Director Communications & Change Management Strategy

Navy Federal Credit Union; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking a senior leader to direct internal communications and enterprise change management. The role drives transformation, informs employees, and partners with executives to align with corporate priorities and culture.

The position requires 12+ years in communications/change management with strong leadership, stakeholder influence, and data-driven practices. Location in Vienna, VA with multiple US sites; focused on governance, metrics, and talent development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Organization Development, Business, or related field.
• 12+ years in communications/change management with 8+ years in people leadership.
• Proven track record influencing senior stakeholders and driving cultural alignment.
• Expertise in governance, quality, and accessibility of change management strategies.
• Advanced understanding of metrics, tools, and technologies for communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead communications and change strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Advise executive leadership on communication and change management best practices and messaging.
• Establish KPIs for communication and change effectiveness.
• Lead enterprise-wide change and transformation communication initiatives.
• Oversee communication governance, tools, and platforms.
• Manage budgets, vendors, and cross-functional communication teams.
• Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, and stretch assignments to build leadership bench strength.
• Champion a culture of continuous change readiness and support change initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder influence

Leadership

Change management

Strategic storytelling

KPIs and analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Organization Development/Business

Master’s degree (desired)

Job description

Overview

Sets the enterprise strategic direction for internal communications and change management, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and culture and long term business objectives. Influences culture, drives transformation, and ensures employees are informed, inspired, and equipped to adapt to change. Leads the internal communication and change management functions, setting direction, managing resources, and mentoring team members. Responsible for crisis communication planning, change communication strategies, and executive visibility programs. Has specialized skill set and proficiency with procedures and analysis techniques. Generally, reports to AVP or other functional executive. *Restricted Use / Additional Review Required. Designated for restricted use due to its highly specialized and critical scope; it is intended for limited deployment across the organization and only where business need is clearly established.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead communications and change strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Advise executive leadership on communication and change management best practices and messaging.
• Establish KPIs for communication and change effectiveness.
• Lead enterprise-wide change, transformation communication initiatives.
• Oversee communication governance, tools, and platforms.
• Manage budgets, vendors, and cross-functional communication teams.
• Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, and stretch assignments to build technical and leadership bench strength.
• Champion a culture of continuous change readiness and support change management initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Organization Development, Business, or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• College/University degree and 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in communications, change management, organizational effectiveness, or a related field, including 8+ years of people leadership experience; or equivalent experience as a recognized subject matter expert leading enterprise-wide communications and change initiatives.
• Proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving cultural alignment.
• Expertise in developing communication and change management strategies that encompass governance, quality, and accessibility to drive change management initiatives.
• Advanced understanding of communication and change management metrics, tools, and technologies.
• Exceptional leadership, storytelling, and strategic planning capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage diverse teams, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Exceptional ability to present complex analytical findings to senior executives and key stakeholders in a clear and impactful way.
• Ability to develop, implement, and assess long-term strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities to address complex business challenges.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with executives, stakeholders, and teams.
• Expertise in leading teams through organizational change while maintaining productivity, morale, and employee engagement.
• Ability to make informed, timely decisions that consider short- and long-term impacts on the organization.
• Proven ability to coach and develop team members to enhance their skills and career growth.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communications, Organization Development, Business, or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience.

Hours

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location

• 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
• 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
• 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

About Us

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