Senior Change Management Consultant

Job summary

Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive change management strategies to support organizational modernization. Provide strategic coaching to senior leaders and collaborate with HR and communications to build a resilient change culture.

Job details

Location: Kingston, ON | Hybrid (Minimum 3-4 days per week on-site) Language: Professional proficiency in English (written and verbal) Duration: 2-year term contract About the Opportunity Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on helping people navigate complex organizational transitions? A prominent public sector institution is embarking on a multi-year initiative to modernize its professional services, and we are looking for a Manager of Organizational Change to lead the way. In this role, you will be the bridge between visionary strategy and operational reality, ensuring that staff and faculty are supported, heard, and empowered during a period of significant growth. You will join a dedicated program office where your expertise in change management will directly impact the institute's mission. By working closely with senior leadership and diverse cross-functional teams, you will help foster a culture of continuous improvement and inclusivity. This is a unique opportunity to provide change management leadership for multiple projects across multiple businenss groups. What’s in it for You Impactful Work: Lead high-visibility initiatives that shape the future operating model of a major public institution. Professional Growth: Gain exposure to diverse portfolios, from facilities to information technology, while refining your strategic leadership skills. Collaborative Culture: Work within a supportive team that values mentorship, equity, and inclusion. Work-Life Integration: Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement that balances on-campus collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. Your Responsibilities You’ll lead the development and implementation of comprehensive change management strategies for various professional service functions, ensuring all initiatives align with the broader organizational goals. In this role, you’ll oversee the creation of the "case for change" by conducting impact studies and readiness assessments to identify and support key constituents affected by transitions. You’ll provide strategic coaching and expert advice to senior leaders, helping them increase their effectiveness as sponsors of sustainable change. You’ll collaborate with communications and HR partners to build a robust change culture, increasing change capacity and resilience across the organization. You’ll develop and monitor key metrics to assess the effectiveness of your strategies, recommending iterative improvements based on data-driven insights. Skills and Qualifications 5+ years of progressive experience leading and implementing organizational change management strategies, ideally within the public sector or a complex institution. Expert knowledge of change management methodologies, values, and tools, with a Prosci designation or equivalent professional certification preferred. Proven ability to think strategically and work independently, with the confidence to lead complex projects from assessment through to implementation without constant direction. Exceptional interpersonal skills with a track record of building alignment, trust, and strong relationships with stakeholders at every level of an organization. Experience in HR or Labour Relations is considered a significant asset, particularly when navigating operating model changes and technical implementations. Why Partner with Altis If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

What you’ll do

Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive change management strategies to support organizational modernization. Provide strategic coaching to senior leaders and collaborate with HR and communications to build a resilient change culture.

Requirements

Requires 5+ years of experience in organizational change management, preferably within the public sector. A Prosci designation or equivalent professional certification is preferred, along with strong interpersonal and strategic skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement • Mentorship • Professional growth opportunities

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Change Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Stakeholder Management
• Impact Assessment
• Readiness Assessment
• Executive Coaching
• Organizational Design
• Project Management
• HR Knowledge
• Labour Relations
• Data-Driven Analysis
• Strategic Leadership

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Government & Public Sector
• Human Resources