Change Management

Planning, implementing, and reinforcing changes in processes, technology, or organisational structure to minimise resistance and maximise the benefits of change.

Proficiency Level

Level 1 (Follow)

  • Receives and understands communications about upcoming changes affecting their work.
  • Attends required training sessions for new processes or systems and follows instructions for adoption.
  • Reports any issues or difficulties encountered during the transition according to procedure.

Level 2 (Assist)

  • Assists in drafting basic change communication materials (e.g., FAQs, announcements) based on templates and key messages.
  • Helps track stakeholder feedback, concerns, or readiness assessments related to a change.
  • Supports the logistical arrangement of change-related training or support sessions.

Level 3 (Apply)

  • Implements specific change management activities for a project, such as conducting stakeholder impact assessments for their area.
  • Develops targeted communication or training materials for specific user groups.
  • Monitors adoption rates and gathers feedback from affected users during implementation.

Level 4 (Ensure)

  • Develops comprehensive change management strategies and plans for significant projects or organisational changes.
  • Manages stakeholder engagement, communication campaigns, and resistance management activities.
  • Assesses organisational readiness for change and measures the effectiveness of change initiatives.

Level 5 (Strategise)

  • Develops the organisation's overall change management methodology, framework, and capability.
  • Integrates change management principles into strategic planning and portfolio management.
  • Coaches senior leaders on effectively sponsoring and leading organisational change.