Business Change Management Consultant

Skills

Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Business Change Management Consultant to support our organizations transition to a new Data Classification standard. The consultant will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful adoption of the Microsoft Data Classification and its related Data Classification Policy/Standard, contributing with their expertise and lessons learned from previous implementations in organizations like Alcoa. This is a temporary position for the duration of the project.

Responsibilities

• Change Management Strategy:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive change management strategy to support the implementation of the Microsoft Data Classification project.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and identify potential resistance points and change impacts.
• Create a communication plan to effectively convey the benefits and importance of the Data Classification to employees at all levels.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Engage with key stakeholders from several functional areas and countries (different time zones), including senior management, project team members, and end-users, to build awareness and support for the Data Classification initiative.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather feedback, address concerns, and foster collaboration.
• Training and Education:
• Assess training needs and develop a training program for employees on data classification principles, processes, and tools.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to create training materials, user guides, and FAQs to support user adoption.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to ensure stakeholders have a solid understanding of the new Data Classification standard and how/why to use the Data Classification labelling function.
• Change Impact Assessment:
• Identify and assess the impact of the Data Classification initiative on existing processes, systems, and workflows.
• Work closely with functional areas (E.g., R&D, HR, Finance, etc.) to understand their specific requirements and tailor the implementation approach accordingly.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on process improvements to align with the Data Classification standard.