Change Manager, Unification Management Office (Term Contract)

Presbyterian Mission Agency - Louisville, KY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Louisville, KY

251-500 employees

About the position

The Change Manager for the Unification Management Office will lead the change management efforts for the unification of the Office of the General Assembly and the Presbyterian Mission Agency. This full-time, two-year term contract position is based in Louisville, KY, but allows for remote work. The role involves developing and implementing change management strategies, managing communications, and building relationships with key stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition during the unification process.

Responsibilities

• Define change management strategy for the Unification Program.
• Develop a detailed change management plan for each phase of unification.
• Manage the implementation and assess progress against the change management plan.
• Work with the UMO Program Manager and Program Management Analyst to sync the change management plan with the program plan.
• Develop change management materials.
• Create and follow approval/sign-off processes for change management materials.
• Build key relationships with the Unification Commission, OGA, and PMA.
• Manage the Strategic Communications Lead.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Masters level or above very helpful.
• 7+ years' previous experience with significant organizational change management.
• Experience with strategic communications planning and delivery.
• Experience working in a faith-based or non-profit organization.
• Supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to plan, manage and implement change management strategies leading to organizational transformation.
• Ability to develop and implement a strategic communications strategy and plan.
• Ability to develop and deliver training that supports change.
• Proficiency in interacting with stakeholders at various levels.
• Expertise in influencing others to support change.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Competency with project management and planning skills.
• Understanding of risk mitigation tactics.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; competence with program/project management software.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the work of the Office of the General Assembly and the Presbyterian Mission Agency.
• Ability to speak one or more languages other than English very helpful.
• Knowledge of organizational design and development and/or organizational mergers.
• Have a deep understanding and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays