Change Manager (with Strong Project Management Expertise)

Change ManagerSunshine Enterprise USA is retained by our valued client to search and recruit for the following executive opening:Job Description: Change Manager (with Strong Project Management Expertise) Position Type: Contract Location: Tampa FL Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of extension) Hours/Week: 40 Shift: Day (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST)Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Change Manager with strong Project Management capabilities to lead and manage organizational change initiatives across programs and systems. The ideal candidate will ensure change is effectively planned, communicated, adopted, and sustained, while maintaining overall program health and delivery success.Key Responsibilities:Change Management & StrategyLead change management initiatives using recognized frameworks (ADKAR, Prosci, CCMP, ITIL, Agile Change Management, etc.)Define change success criteria, impact, and outcomes at both project and organizational levelsDevelop and communicate a clear change approach and framework aligned with business objectivesEnsure change adoption, sustainability, and long-term value realizationProject & Program ManagementApply strong project management expertise to support overall program delivery and healthDefine, communicate, and manage success metrics for projects and programs with a change management lensPlan, execute, monitor, and adapt change action plans in line with project milestonesTrack performance and manage risks, dependencies, and impactsStakeholder & Communication ManagementLead stakeholder engagement and management across functional and technical teamsDesign and execute effective communication strategies tailored to different audiencesProvide leadership and guidance to project teams through change transitionsHighlight and promote new ways of working for both functional and technical teamsPerformance Measurement & AdoptionMeasure change success based on: Framework adherence Performance indicators Adoption and readiness metrics (key KPIs)Review performance using established change management frameworksIdentify gaps in adoption and implement corrective actionsSustainability & Ownership TransferDevelop clear actions, roles, responsibilities, and timelines to support change deliveryEnsure successful transfer of ownership to business units, departments, and end usersEmbed change practices to support system and program sustainabilityRequired Skills & Competencies:Strong knowledge of: Communication Leadership Stakeholder ManagementStrategic mindset with strong problem-solving and analytical capabilitiesAbility to define, communicate, and manage change successProven ability to plan, act, track, and adapt change initiativesQualifications & Certifications:Certification in one or more of the following: ADKAR / Prosci CCMP CMS / CMI ITIL Agile Change ManagementStrong background in Project Management (PMP or similar is an advantage)Preferred Experience:Experience leading large-scale system or program transformationsExperience working with both functional and technical teamsDemonstrated success in driving adoption and sustainable changeSunshine Enterprise USA is an "Equal Opportunity Employer—Minorities, Females, Veterans and Disabled Persons"SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.