Change Management Strategist

🔹 Engagement Type: Contract (1099) | Flexible, Project-Based
🔹 Location: Remote (U.S.-based) with potential travel as needed

Who We Are

At Ascend Strategic Advisory, we partner with organizations to align strategy with execution, ensuring transformational initiatives are successfully implemented and adopted. Our tailored approach to change management, strategic alignment, and leadership development helps businesses navigate complex change and drive sustainable growth.

We are seeking a Change Management Strategist to develop and execute change strategies that enhance adoption, minimize resistance, and maximize business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

As a Change Management Strategist, you will:
✅ Develop Change Strategy – Partner with leadership to define a tailored change management approach aligned with project objectives and organizational culture.
✅ Lead Execution – Implement change strategies, including stakeholder engagement, communications, and training programs.
✅ Stakeholder Engagement – Identify key stakeholders, assess impacts, and create targeted engagement plans to build alignment.
✅ Communication & Messaging – Develop and deliver clear, compelling change communications that drive awareness and adoption.
✅ Training & Enablement – Design and facilitate training sessions to equip employees with the knowledge and skills needed for successful change adoption.
✅ Monitor & Measure Success – Track adoption metrics, conduct change readiness assessments, and adjust strategies as needed.
✅ Coach Leaders & Teams – Provide coaching and support to business leaders and teams to embed change resilience and sustain transformation.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in change management, organizational development, or a related field.
• Expertise in PROSCI, ADKAR, Kotter’s Change Model, or other change management frameworks.
• Strong ability to translate strategy into action and drive execution in complex environments.
  Experience leading business transformation or organizational change initiatives.
• Proven ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, Monday.com, or Microsoft Project) and strong Microsoft Office/Google Suite skills.
• Preferred: Prosci, CCMP, or similar change management certification.
• Bonus: Experience with digital transformations, M&A integrations, or people-focused transformation work.

Engagement Details

This is a 1099 independent contractor role, offering flexibility and autonomy. Engagements are project-based, and hours may vary depending on client needs. While this role is not a full-time salaried position, there is potential for ongoing collaboration on multiple client engagements.

Why Join Ascend?

🚀 Work on high-impact projects with industry-leading clients.
🌍 Engage in meaningful, strategy-driven change initiatives.
📈 Expand your network within a high-caliber consulting team.
📆 Enjoy flexible, project-based work aligned with your expertise.

🔹 Ready to help organizations ascend to new heights? Apply today and let’s start the conversation.