Change Management Communications Consultant

Guidehouse

. Develop and execute integrated change communication strategies for large-scale modernization, transformation, and technology implementation efforts .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing integrated change communication strategies, stakeholder engagement, and translating complex technical concepts into clear communications. Proficient in utilizing organizational change management frameworks and supporting large-scale modernization and transformation initiatives.

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Strategic CommunicationsChange ManagementStakeholder EngagementExecutive CommunicationOrganizational Readiness

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Hard Skills

Change CommunicationsCommunication PlanningAudience SegmentationMulti-Channel Campaign DevelopmentTechnical TranslationData EvaluationAdoption MeasurementFederal Plain Language StandardsOrganizational Change Management FrameworksDigital Transformation

Soft Skills

Strong WritingEditing SkillsPresentation DevelopmentStorytelling SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

DashboardsReportsFeedback MechanismsLeadership ToolkitsIntranet Content

Certifications & Qualifications

Federal or DoD Public Trust

Industry Keywords

Healthcare TechnologyFederal Transformation InitiativesDepartment of Veterans AffairsOrganizational ChangeStakeholder Impact Assessments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute integrated change communication strategies for large-scale modernization, transformation, and technology implementation efforts
Design communications approaches that increase awareness, stakeholder readiness, user adoption, and sustained behavioral change
Assess stakeholder impacts and communication needs across multiple audiences
Partner with change management, training, technical, and business teams to align communications with implementation milestones and readiness objectives
Develop communication plans covering stakeholder analysis, audience segmentation, key messages, channels, feedback mechanisms, risks, and success measures
Advise executive leaders and translate strategic priorities, decisions, and transformation objectives into impactful communications
Develop leadership messages, talking points, presentations, briefing materials, leadership toolkits, and stakeholder engagement materials
Support executive visibility and sponsorship activities to reinforce commitment, build confidence, and drive adoption
Translate technical concepts, system changes, process redesigns, policy changes, and operational impacts into audience-focused communications
Create newsletters, implementation updates, readiness materials, FAQs, leadership communications, presentations, intranet content, videos, job aids, toolkits, and adoption campaigns
Ensure communications follow federal plain language, accessibility, and usability standards
Support stakeholder engagement strategies, feedback gathering, risk identification, and stakeholder buy-in
Facilitate communication planning sessions, stakeholder workshops, leadership briefings, and readiness discussions
Monitor stakeholder sentiment and communication effectiveness, recommending adjustments
Track communication activities, deliverables, engagement efforts, and adoption metrics
Develop reports and dashboards on readiness, communication effectiveness, stakeholder feedback, and adoption progress
Use quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements
Support business development, internal Guidehouse initiatives, and mentoring of junior team members as appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse
Bachelor's Degree; FOUR (4) years of additional professional experience in lieu of Bachelor's
Minimum of THREE (3) years of experience in strategic communications, organizational change management, change communications, public affairs, communications consulting, public relations, or related fields
Experience supporting modernization, digital transformation, technology implementation, organizational change, or large-scale program initiatives
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical, operational, and organizational changes into clear, compelling communications for diverse stakeholder audiences
Experience developing executive communications and advising leadership on communication strategies related to transformation initiatives
Experience supporting stakeholder engagement, workforce transition, organizational readiness, adoption, and change management activities
Strong writing, editing, presentation development, and storytelling skills
Experience developing multi-channel communication campaigns and adoption-focused communications products
Ability to collaborate effectively with executives, technical teams, program leadership, trainers, and cross-functional stakeholder groups
Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship restrictions apply
Currently reside in the contiguous United States
Experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs modernization programs or other federal transformation initiatives
Experience applying Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter, or other organizational change management frameworks
Experience supporting system implementations, digital health modernization, enterprise technology deployments, or operational transformations
Familiarity with organizational readiness assessments, stakeholder impact assessments, and adoption measurement
Knowledge of federal healthcare operations and healthcare technology environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Flexible benefits package
Up to 10% travel