Change Management Associate Director

Guidehouse•Tysons Corner, VA

About The Position

Do you enjoy helping clients thrive in times of change and adapt to new, improved ways of doing things? Do you want to lead teams that solve complex problems for the FDA and other global public health agencies? Are you a fantastic communicator who is ready to engage with impact across broad audiences? We are an idea incubator, consistently looking beyond the horizon to help bring new concepts to life, merging teams of technologists and process experts from commercial and public sectors. In this role, you will: Lead a portfolio of change management initiatives to help FDA clients and other public health agencies adopt new technologies and innovative ways of working. Partner with cross-functional teams of technologists and process experts to design and implement strategies that drive adoption and minimize resistance. Develop and execute change strategies specifically for technology development, deployment, and rollout, ensuring smooth integration into client operations. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through organizational change and transformation efforts. Generate new business based on client priorities aligned with Guidehouse capabilities.

Requirements

Proven experience in change management, organizational development, or related fields.
Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR) and their practical application.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain necessary clearances for FDA-related work.
Experience managing change in technology-driven environments, including software implementation or digital transformation projects. This requires a general understanding of software development lifecycles (e.g., SDLC or EPLC) and experience supporting requirements gathering and user acceptance testing (UAT).
Project management skills including leadership of workplan formation, staffing allocation and supervision, and budget
Demonstrated success in supervising and mentoring junior level staff as well as ownership of career development coaching
Proven ability selling new work or expanding existing contracts.
8+ years of Professional experience
BA/BS degree

Nice To Haves

Experience working with federal agencies, particularly the FDA or other public health organizations.
Familiarity with emerging technologies and digital transformation initiatives.
ACMP, Prosci, or similar change management certification.
CCMP or PMP Project Management certification.

Responsibilities

Lead a portfolio of change management initiatives to help FDA clients and other public health agencies adopt new technologies and innovative ways of working.
Partner with cross-functional teams of technologists and process experts to design and implement strategies that drive adoption and minimize resistance.
Develop and execute change strategies specifically for technology development, deployment, and rollout, ensuring smooth integration into client operations.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through organizational change and transformation efforts.
Generate new business based on client priorities aligned with Guidehouse capabilities.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend