Sr. Communications Strategist

Koniag Professional Services (KPS), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a highly professional and experienced Senior Communications Strategist to support the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (USW(R&E)) Chief Digital and AI Office (CDAO), Office of Public Affairs in Arlington, VA. To be considered, the candidate must have a CURRENT/ACTIVE SECRET security clearance and be upgradable to TOP SECRET/SCI.    We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.   Responsibilities: Design and develop a change management roadmap, strategic communications plan, and campaigns for Government Customers Provide communications expertise to ensure clear, effective delivery of messages to stakeholders, by assisting in development, execution, and evaluation of strategic communication initiatives by monitoring stakeholder buy-in and engagement Perform stakeholder management and coordination to gather information, perform research and gap analyses, document challenges and opportunities, adjudicate feedback, and provide recommended courses of action, as appropriate Translate the client’s vision into various products to include publications, brochures, facts sheets, reports, presentations, speeches, blogs, web pages, newsletters articles, and other related print/electronic media products Applies innovative storytelling principles and techniques to convey complex technical concepts into an array of communications products, that are visually appealing, for both non-technical and technical targeted audiences Coordinate, track, and manage speaker bureau events including prioritizing events, creating talking points, preparing speaker for event with documents, prep sessions, and communications training as necessary Develop concise and compelling talking points, white papers, executive briefs, leadership messages, announcements, and correspondence Develop content for the client's web site, including blog posts, articles, and leadership messages Ensure all products maintain heritage to prior documents, specifically follow a constant message or explain why there’s a change. Successfully managing consistency of message is a key element of this effort Ensure communication strategy is consistent and reflects the organization’s strategic vision for the program Recommend new and innovative communications tools and tactics to increase visibility and awareness of the client's mission and accomplishments Coordinate, publicize, and host periodic events, including working groups, training sessions, and meetings to highlight programs and initiatives of importance to the client Provide planning and logistical support for meetings, forums, and training, as well as tracking the effectiveness of these events   Requirements 10+ years of experience providing strategic communications support for a large complex organization Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related discipline Experience developing, implementing, and monitoring the effectiveness of change management and strategic communications plans Exceptional interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills Must be a self-starter and able to manage competing demands Strong ability to speak with confidence and energy in public, virtual platforms, and over the phone.  Experience briefing senior executives with little notice and preparation Experience leading disparate teams from different groups and organizations to form consensus Experience writing clearly and succinctly; creating a variety of communication products (including but not limited to brochures, facts sheets, reports, presentations, briefs, white papers, executive talking points, speeches, newsletters articles, blogs ,etc.) that resonate with target audiences; and choosing the optimal communication methods and channels Experience developing and editing presentations, reports, and strategic messages to explain technical information to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge (novice to expert) Experiencer applying innovative storytelling principles and techniques to convey complex technical concepts into an array communications products, that are visually appealing, for both non-technical and technical targeted audiences Advanced MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Google Docs skills   Desired Skills Prior Federal government, professional services or Federal consulting experience Experience supporting an Office of the Secretary of Defense organization   Our Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352