Workday Federal - Change Management Lead

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As part of our Workday Practice, you’ll be working with an energized team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology. From initial assessments to entire transformations, you’ll deliver Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions, equipping organizations with best-in-class enterprise solutions to support our clients’ mission and enable transformative growth.

As a Workday Federal Change Management Lead, you will be responsible for guiding clients through the organizational change journey associated with Workday implementations. You’ll bring deep expertise in change management strategies, stakeholder engagement, and communications to help federal clients adopt new ways of working. Your role will be pivotal in aligning people, processes, and technology to achieve successful outcomes and long‑term value.

• Creating and implementing change management strategies and communications, drafting communication materials, developing and delivering training, facilitating sponsor and stakeholder meetings, and developing change management deliverables specific to a Workday implementation.
• Support and lead the development of change management, communication, and training strategies.
• Support the development of communication plans and collateral with a wide array of stakeholders.
• Measure the effectiveness of change strategies and activities.
• Utilize and align to Workday methodology and leading practices.
• Prepare for and lead internal and external stakeholder discussions, client meetings, and leadership briefings.
• Develop approaches to increase awareness and adoption of Workday including training resources and tools.
• Develop documents that support the implementation of Workday.
• From initial training needs assessments to developing and delivering training, you’ll be equipping organizations with the training knowledge, resources, and support to successfully deploy Workday.
• Obtain Workday certifications necessary for this role.

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication prior to onboarding.
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five (5) years of change management experience with Workday; OR a Master’s degree with a minimum of three (3) years of change management experience with Workday; or no degree with a minimum of nine (9) years of experience.
• Workday Certification in HCM, Financials, Project Management, etc.
• Experience developing and delivering training using various modalities.
• Experience and knowledge of Workday.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver and facilitate effective training programs.
• Strong project management skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed, up to 50%.

• Proficiency in using instructional design methods and development tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate, Storyline).
• Workday Learning or People Experience certification.
• Prior Workday experience as subject matter expert and/or consultant.
• Prosci, CCMP, or other similar Change Management certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to develop and cultivate relationships with internal team, clients, and partners.
• Experience with ERP implementations such as Workday, SAP, Oracle, UKG, or similar applications.
• Previous experience with the operations and culture of government organizations.
• Experience working in Federal Government Human Capital Management (HCM) environments with an understanding of the issues facing agencies today.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• 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)…