Job Title: Change SpecialistJob Description The Change Specialist ensures that project and organizational changes for a targeted IT initiative transition smoothly by managing the impacts of change, promoting collaboration between departments, and aligning outcomes with operational goals. This role supports project-related change initiatives, including impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, training, and ownership of key change management activities. The Change Specialist collaborates closely with Project Team members to develop and implement organizational change management plans that support project objectives and achieve established adoption metrics. Responsibilities Leverage established change management frameworks and methodologies to manage transitions and ensure successful adoption of changes in policies, processes, technologies, and organizational structures. Work with stakeholders to assess change impacts and develop comprehensive plans that promote successful adoption and sustainment of project-related changes. Guide multiple stakeholder groups through change by ensuring proper adoption of new policies, processes, organizational structure changes, and technologies, using project reporting, KPIs, and other adoption metrics. Increase cross-departmental collaboration by consulting with business units to align project goals with operational priorities and ensure that changes integrate effectively into business operations. Act as a role model for change within the organization and help develop and support leadership’s capabilities in leading change. Track the effectiveness of change adoption initiatives using reporting and KPIs to identify emerging trends, and provide recommendations to enhance adoption and mitigate resistance. Provide support to individuals adjusting to change by coordinating communications, training, and other change-related activities to reduce resistance to changes in policies, processes, and technologies. Collaborate with the Project Team to develop comprehensive plans for post-project and ongoing organizational change support, ensuring that changes remain effective and embedded in day-to-day business practices. Follow up with leaders and stakeholders during business transitions to ensure change adoption is sustained and to identify any required adjustments. Investigate and identify any regression from desired change adoption levels and develop incremental plans to improve adoption and achieve targeted change metrics. Report regularly on progress, KPIs, and other change adoption measures to keep stakeholders informed and engaged. Proactively identify risks and issues related to change adoption and recommend mitigation strategies. Essential Skills Minimum of 3 years of experience in change management, organizational development, or project management, implementing change initiatives in a corporate environment. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Management Information Systems (MIS), Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Certificate in Change Management or Change Practitioner Certification. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using change management software and tools. Strong understanding of change management principles, practices, and frameworks. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization. Ability to make creative recommendations and improvements based on evaluation data and change adoption metrics. Demonstrated ability to guide stakeholders through organizational, process, and technology changes. Additional Skills & Qualifications Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. High attention to detail and the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously. Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment. Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team setting and independently with minimal supervision. Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to managing timelines and delivering on commitments. Comfort interpreting KPIs and other metrics to inform decisions and continuous improvement. Experience supporting leadership in developing and strengthening their change leadership capabilities. Experience working on IT or technology-driven projects is an asset. Work Environment This role operates within a corporate project environment focused on IT and organizational change initiatives. The Change Specialist collaborates closely with Project Team members, business units, and stakeholders across the organization, often working in a cross-functional, matrixed setting. The position relies heavily on the use of Microsoft Office Suite and specialized change management software for planning, reporting, and tracking adoption metrics. Work typically follows standard business hours, with flexibility required at times to meet project deadlines and support key change milestones. The environment emphasizes collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement, with a culture that values proactive problem-solving, structured methodologies, and sustained adoption of new processes and technologies. Dress expectations align with a professional office setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of North Vancouver, BC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in North Vancouver,BC. À propos d'Aston Carter Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, les achats, la chaine d’approvisionnement, et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l’industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre vaste réseau pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500. 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Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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