Transformation Leader at Nation Media Group

Job purpose

We are looking for an intellectual and practical leader of our transformation agenda. You will steer the overall design and direction of change as well as manage the team implementing the plans and participate in specific work streams. You will go high and low. It will never be boring.

You will assemble and manage a team of change agents, both internal and external, to execute what will hopefully result in the most agile company operating in East Africa, transforming our ways of working to reach a global standard.

Taking a media company founded prior to Kenya’s independence and turning into a modern best-in-class technology company is no easy task. It requires passion, vision and a strong sense of what will make an organization successful. Key relationships are with the CEO and the CTIO, who dreamt up the change programme. Access to board members is also available. This has support at the highest level.

The transformation leader may stay with us for the duration of the change programme or could potentially engage us in a conversation as to future roles at Nation they might be interested in here once the change programme is finished. We are flexible as to the long-term.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the transformation team day to day to success
• Architect the change programme with the CEO, CTIO and board members
• Co-create a new culture and ways of working across the organization
• Act as a change evangelist to build awareness and understanding
• Own transformation roadmaps, schedules and timelines

Attributes & Skills

• A track record of achievement in change management including strategy development and implementation.
• Proven ability to engage, influence and manage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Interest to roll up your sleeves and work in a dynamic, fast-changing environment.
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in management consulting would be an advantage.
• Experience in news media is a plus but not a requirement.