Strategic Communications Specialist with Security Clearance
Company: Eccalon, LLC
Location: Hanover
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Position: Mentor Prot--g-- Program Strategic Response Cell
Strategic Communications
Specialist
Type: Full Time
Active Clearance: Secret
Location: Hybrid (2-3 Days per week at MoveAmerica HQ, Hanover, MD)
About MoveAmerica: MoveAmerica is a non-profit organization that
not only employs but deploys the world's leading experts
in science and technology to provide industry leaders and
policymakers with sound guidance, proficient
expertise, and practical solutionsOur mission is to enhance
national security and economic
competitiveness through our expertise in three main pillars,
research and development in cutting-edge
technical areas, consortia development and management building
innovative networks, and business
intelligence and assessments providing insights to decision
makersVisit our website hereWhy Join MoveAmerica? MoveAmerica's
Executives foster a supportive work environment allowing our teams
to thrive in a
community highlighted by fierce dedication to innovation, security,
and peopleOur culture is built on
inclusion, teamwork, trust, and commitment to career advancement
opportunities for all employees.
MoveAmerica encourages a healthy and balanced lifestyle as we offer
an extensive benefits package to
support the wellness of our employees and their familiesYou will be
joining a team of innovators,
working with cutting edge technologiesAPPLY TODAY TO ADVANCE YOUR
CAREER! Job Description: MoveAmerica is seeking a skilled and
versatile strategic communications professional to join our team
in
a writing and editing focused roleThe primary responsibility of
this role is to provide expert writing and
editing services in the areas of external and marketing
communications, public affairs, congressional and
legislative affairs, policy, and technical documentationThe
Strategic Communications Specialist will play
a crucial role in supporting government initiatives and ensuring
effective communication across various
channelsResponsibilities: --- Create engaging and persuasive
content for a variety of communication channels, including press
releases, speeches, newsletters, social media posts, and website
contentMaintain consistent messaging and tone to effectively convey
key information to the target audience.
--- Develop content for public relations campaigns, public
information initiatives, and outreach effortsWrite press releases,
media advisories, fact sheets, brochures, and other materials to
inform and engage the public about government programs, policies,
and events.
--- Work with SMEs to prepare responses to inquiries and provide
report writing and editing support,--- Collaborate with subject
matter experts and stakeholders to gather necessary information and
provide writing and editing support for policy documents,
guidelines, and regulationsEnsure clarity accuracy, and alignment
to policy objectives are met through clear communication.
--- Create clear and concise technical documentation, including
manuals, guides, reports, and proceduresTransform complex
information into easily understandable content for specific target
audiencesCollaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy
and technical correctness.
--- Work closely with the Strategic Communications Lead, subject
matter experts, government officials, policy analysts, and other
team members to gather information, obtain feedback, and ensure the
accuracy and effectiveness of written materialsCollaborate on
cross-functional projects and provide writing support as
neededRequired Qualifications: --- Bachelor's degree in English,
Communications, Public Policy, or a related field.
--- Five plus years proven experience as a writer in the federal
government or a similar environment, with a strong focus on
external communications and marketing, public affairs,
congressional and legislative affairs, policy, and technical
writing.
--- Excellent writing skills with the ability to adapt writing
styles to different purposes and target audiences.
--- Strong research and analytical skills to gather information
from diverse sources and translate complex concepts into clear and
concise content.
--- Proficiency in using standard office software and tools,
including Microsoft Office suite and website content management
systems.
--- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment,
meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities
effectively.
--- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively
interact with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and government
officials.
--- Adherence to DoD security protocols and compliance with all
regulations and policies governing the handling of sensitive
information.
--- Flexible to occasionally work evenings and weekends to meet
project deadlines.
--- U.SCitizenship and eligibility for a security clearance Desired
Qualifications and Skills: --- Master's degree in English,
Communications, Public Policy, or a related field.
--- Experience and familiarity with Federal government operations,
processes, policies, and regulations, and the ability to understand
and interpret complex information.
--- Experience on a Federal government headquarters staff.
--- Proficiency with delivering client-ready content in AP style,
and experience following organizational style guidelines to ensure
accuracy and consistency in written materials.
--- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance,Equal Employment
Opportunity (EEO) Policy: MoveAmerica provides equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,
protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state, or local lawsThis policy applies to
all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,
hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation, and trainingEEO is
the law.
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