Knowledge Management Consultant - Houston job in USA
Rate
Type
Contract
Location
USA
Region
Houston
Required Residency
Posted By
Swift Technical (US)
Date Posted
01 Sep 2010
Expiry Date
Job Reference
38592_16591swift_Kno
Job Description
Duration: 6 months
Location: Houston, TX
Schedule: 9/80
Start Date: ASAP
Responsibilities
- Leading learning workshops, including lessons capture workshops and knowledge management planning sessions, of varying size groups as needed
- Coaching and enabling client personnel to ensure that Knowledge Management tools and practices are effectively utilized, specifically including the tools and practices related to lessons capture
- Conducting gap assessments and working with the client to set meaningful Knowledge Management goals and targets, as needed
- Support of Communities of Practice / Networks and Question and Answer Forums as needed; including the definition and development of Best Practices
- Maintenance and administration of centralized lessons capture application, to support lessons capture work for all teams
- Support of an Internal Yellow Pages as needed
A Knowledge Management Consultant will in part be assessed by the extent to which:
- Strong willingness is shown to effectively understand the client's Knowledge Management practices and the application of those practices to specific needs of the client
- An understanding and awareness of the client's organization, deliverables and knowledge needs is built
- Involvement in client's Knowledge Management goals and target setting is demonstrated
- Service delivery is in line with targets set in conjunction with the client's Knowledge Management Authority
Experience & Knowledge
- Strong communication and presentation skills. Experience in meeting facilitation absolutely essential.
- 5-7 years experience, preferably in a Fortune 500 company.
- A bachelor degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Engineering. MBA preferred.
Swift provides free medical, dental & vision insurance with a 401k plan.
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree or equivalent


