Lead, Change Management & Agile Transformation

About UsRhizome Consulting is a management consulting firm with a focus on organisational development, human capital solutions and market entry services. Our mission is to drive transformative projects that empower organisations and enhance operational effectiveness by emphasising creativity, integrity, and collaboration. Rhizome is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position below;Job Title: Lead, Change Management & Agile TransformationLocation: Abuja, Nigeria) THE PROJECT OVERVIEW: 3-Year Strategic Consulting ProjectWe are leading a three-year initiative to drive operational excellence and system transformation. This requires a rapid, profound shift from traditional, siloed operations to a culture of cross-functional agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Job SummaryAs the Lead, Change Management & Agile Transformation, you are the cultural architect of this client project. You will rewire our operational DNA and champion a comprehensive cultural and methodological shift across key client departments. This pivotal role will shape strategies, frameworks, and execution plans to embed agile principles and accelerate sustainable organisational change.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement holistic change management frameworks tailored to client needs, integrating agile methodologies and best-in-class strategies.Engage and educate leaders, managers, and teams on the benefits of agile adoption, ensuring buy-in across diverse stakeholders.Develop and facilitate dynamic workshops, training sessions, and communications to drive culture change and knowledge transfer.Assess organisational readiness, barriers to change, and create actionable improvement roadmaps.Lead cross-functional transformation teams; mentor and coach department leads through adaptive cycles of change.Utilise people analytics to measure progress, identify risks, and calibrate interventions for sustained impact.Collaborate closely with project sponsors and executive leadership to align transformation initiatives with strategic goals.Promote continuous improvement, encourage innovation, and ensure best practices are embedded throughout project lifecycle.Track, monitor, and report change metrics, employee engagement scores, and transformation ROI.Educational RequirementsA degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., PROSCI Change Management, ACMP, Agile Leadership Certification) is required. A postgraduate degree is an added advantage.Knowledge, Skills, & Experience.At least 10 years experience in organisational development and complex transformations, with at least 3 years in a clear leadership role where you were the primary architect of a major change initiative.Certified expert in formal change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci/ADKAR, Kotter) and can articulate their business value, not just the theory.Deep, practical knowledge of scaling Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, Scrum@Scale) far beyond a single team. You understand how to apply Agile principles to non-technical departments.Demonstrated success in designing and delivering large-scale organisational transformations.Exceptional ability to influence, communicate, and build trust at all levels, including C-suite executives.Proficiency in stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and process optimisation.Analytical mindset: skilled in data-driven decision making and performance tracking.Proven track record of fostering a culture of creativity, adaptability, and operational excellence.How To ApplyInterested candidates should submit their CV along with references from relevant projects. Please highlight your leadership experience and notable achievements in change management or agile transformation.APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2025.