Transformation Unit Change Manager at ALX

ABOUT THE JOB 

The mission of the Transformation Unit Change Manager  job is to serve as a key link between vision, strategy and execution enabling us to move as quickly and efficiently as possible as a cohesive organisation to realize our strategic vision. The goals of the Transformation Unit Change Manager job are:

• To connect the dots between the BIG ideas and day to day implementation of complex org-wide initiatives; driving projects to completion in an agile manner
• To be the Champions of Change and articulate the benefit of each  initiative and the value it  will bring to the organisation
• To establish the right levels of discipline and governance to provide a framework that enables our culture of rapid change and experimentation to flourish
• To provide an org-wide roadmap of key initiatives; ensuring alignment of all stakeholders; evolving over time with a continuous learning and feedback loop
• To unify the Mega Tribes by establishing clear communications channels, cross-functional visibility and consistent and efficient working rhythms
• To introduce org-wide systems and processes that will enable our organization to grow

The main activities of this role will be:

• To establish clear visibility into our progress towards our moonshot & accountability with our outcomes by maintaining the roadmap with all org-wide key initiatives
• To develop the strategy and delivery plan for key initiatives; utilizing Change Management methodologies and best practices, working with stakeholders to ensure alignment of objectives, resources, scope and outcomes
• To empower the organization to autonomously achieve their objectives by facilitating cross-functional communications (formal and informal), removing roadblocks addressing inter-dependencies
• To ensure the org-wide initiatives evolve as needed to reflect changes in overall strategic objectives and business priorities
• To provide consistent communications and regular updates from the TU to internal and external stakeholders
• To motivate, encourage and inspire the development of a strong, efficient and effective leadership team.

YOUR SUPERPOWERS

JOB SKILLS, MINDSETS & BACKGROUND

• You have very strong organisational communication skills
• You have an ability to translate strategic goals into actionable initiatives
• Change Management: You have exceptional change management techniques and practice
• You have an ability to coordinate complex stakeholders and projects
• Interpersonal Skills: You have an ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organisation
• Collaborative Spirit: You are a great team player who can collaborate effectively
• Strategic Thinking: Your thought process is focused on the analysis of critical factors and variables that will influence the long-term success
• Drive to Completion: You are goal driven and see things through to completion.
• Problem Solving: You enjoy problem solving and you can come up with solutions to day to day problems

 REQUIRED BACKGROUND

• You have extensive experience with change management and transformation initiatives
• You have proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and interact effectively with all levels of management

YOU WILL THRIVE IN THIS JOB IF...

• Initiative & Courage: You have an owners’ approach and  you are proactive with what needs to be done; you also embrace risks and failure
• Humility & Adaptability: You have a beginners’ mindset and you always seek to learn; you are also flexible and embrace pivoting
• Possibility & Adventure: You are passionate about life, you have a growth mindset and you can thrive on uncertain circumstances and uncharted territory
• Resilience: You tackle difficult situations with a can-do attitude and are relentless in the pursuit of your goals 
• Emergent Leadership: You are aware, and can manage, your emotions and those of others very well, you also have an empathetic, collaborative approach to leadership and you love working with others