CMCC Position cod. 12657 Organization, Process & Change Specialist Deadline: January, 22th 2025 WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field? We are seeking an Organization, Process & Change (OPC) Specialist, who can effectively support the OPC Manager with specific projects implementation and organizational design and development, including organizational strategy definition, process reengineering and improvement. The OPC team has the mission to support the Chief of Staff and Executive Leadership, by ensuring that the Foundation's organizational and operational structure is in line with the strategic ambitions and priorities. ABOUT US CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling. CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel. At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed. Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC's global position in climate change research…Together ROLE The role of Organization, Process & Change (OPC) Specialist is crucial in supporting the OPC Manager and the Chief of Staff in implementing projects and organizational development. The mission involves ensuring the Foundation's organizational structure aligns with strategic ambitions and priorities. Responsibilities include supporting the definition of organizational strategies, process reengineering, and operational improvements. Specialists will work closely with internal stakeholders to support business strategy, analyze and implement changes, define new role profiles, and facilitate cross-functional discussions. Additionally, they will manage project portfolios, track progress, ensure timely deliverables, and identify process gaps. RESPONSIBILITIES Support the OPC manager in the definition and realization of the organizational development initiatives with regards to organizational structures, processes, operational models, improvement and transformation initiatives. Be actively involved with internal stakeholders in the definition of operations processes that best support the business strategy while ensuring consistent organizational design. Play an important role during the analysis and design phase as much as along the implementation of the changes agreed with the foundation divisions/functions. Define processes and supporting tools for the to be scenario. Identify gaps in key processes, based both on new reorganizations and on critical existing situations/processes. Support the OPC Manager in the cross-functional discussion and balance trade-offs between different stakeholders. Define new role profiles and skills needed to support change. Support operations projects as well as the coordination of assigned projects tracking program/project progress and ensure timely completion of deliverables. Manage project portfolio, providing updates and supporting the OPC Manager to deal with issues and prioritization. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering or Economics 3-5 years of proven experience in similar roles Strong methodological and analytical skills Flexibility & adaptability Problem solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Time management and prioritization Previous experience in management consulting companies and/or in no-profit or public context as a plus Ability to relate at different levels, from operative profiles to top management Ability to provide leadership to multiple disciplines in a complex matrix organization Proactive attitude, result-oriented, curious to learn, able to balance and execute on many initiatives Certification or training in business process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, or Agile as a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Proficient in Project management tools Fluent in Italian and English, any other language a plus DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally. The Managers will be based in Lecce CMCC office. Contract and gross annual salary will be based on qualifications and working experience. Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract. Flexible working time as per internal policies. Support during the immigration process, if needed. PROTECTED CATEGORY Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition. Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners). CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory. 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