Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated strategic communication plans aligned with organizational priorities and program objectives.
• Identify target audiences, develop messaging strategies, and recommend effective communication channels.
• Create and manage communications campaigns across digital platforms, social media, traditional media, internal communications, and presentations.
• Collaborate with leadership and subject matter experts to develop messaging that supports program initiatives and brand objectives.
• Facilitate internal communications to ensure personnel are informed of key initiatives, progress, and achievements.
• Build and maintain relationships with government partners, industry stakeholders, and innovation ecosystem organizations.
• Serve as the Strategic Communications advisor for assigned divisions or programs, providing strategic messaging guidance.
• Ensure all communications align with brand standards, mission priorities, and operational security (OPSEC) requirements.
• Track and analyze communication performance using analytics and reporting tools to evaluate reach, engagement, and effectiveness.
• Provide recommendations to improve communication strategies based on performance metrics and stakeholder feedback.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in communications, program management, public affairs, or a related field.
• Experience developing and executing strategic communications plans and campaigns.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Experience measuring communication effectiveness using analytics and reporting tools.
• Proficiency with digital communication platforms and collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace).
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and highly distributed organization.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support stakeholder engagement and program events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Organizational Management, Strategic Management, Program Management, or a related field preferred.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Organizational Management, Strategic Management, Program Management, or a related field preferred.