Mid-Level Strategic Communications/ Change Management Specialist

Ignite Digital Federal Services; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and competitive pay

Education stipends and referralBonuses

Work on a U.S. federal government Navy

Volunteer and community engagement

Job summary

Ignite Digital is seeking a MidLevel Strategic Communications and Change Management Specialist to support a U.S. Navy program in the Norfolk, VA area.

This role focuses on leading organizational change, shaping strategic messaging, guiding stakeholders, and driving adoption of new processes and technologies. You will design and execute communication and change management plans for complex Navy initiatives, ensuring alignment, stakeholder engagement, and measurable adoption across mission-focused

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in communications, strategic communications, public affairs, or change management.
• Experience developing and implementing successful communication and change management plans.
• In-depth knowledge of change management methodologies such as Prosci ADKAR or Kotter's 8Step Change Model.
• Strong project management abilities, including planning, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and writing skills.
• Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to lead change management projects in dynamic or mission-oriented environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain strategic communication plans for complex initiatives.
• Lead change management activities using established methodologies (Prosci ADKAR, Kotter).
• Craft clear messaging for diverse audiences including Navy stakeholders and technical teams.
• Provide guidance on communication best practices and engagement techniques.
• Perform stakeholder assessments, impact analyses, readiness evaluations, and risk mitigation planning.
• Facilitate briefings, workshops, and discussions to support adoption and transparency.
• Lead small projects or workstreams and mentor junior team members.
• Collaborate with program leadership and cross-functional staff to align with Navy priorities.
• Track communication metrics and produce progress reports.

Skills

Strategic communications

Change management

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Presentation skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Prosci certification (desirable)

Job description

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.

We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technologyexpertisewith the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies toaccomplishmissionobjectives.

Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.

Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

Ignite Digital is seeking a MidLevel Strategic Communications and Change Management Specialist to support a U.S. Navy program in the Norfolk, VA area. This role is ideal for a communications professional who enjoys leading organizational change efforts, shaping strategic messaging, guiding stakeholders, and driving adoption of new processes, technologies, or organizational structures.

You will play a critical role in designing and executing communication and change management plans for complex Navy initiatives, ensuring alignment, stakeholder engagement, and measurable change adoption across missionfocused environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain strategic communication plans supporting complex organizational, process, or technology initiatives.
• Lead change management activities using established methodologies (e.g., Prosci ADKAR, Kotter's 8Step Change Model).
• Craft clear, effective, and targeted messaging for diverse audiences including Navy stakeholders, leadership, and technical teams.
• Provide expert guidance to teams and stakeholders on communication best practices, change adoption strategies, and engagement techniques.
• Conduct stakeholder assessments, impact analyses, readiness evaluations, and risk mitigation planning.
• Facilitate briefings, workshops, and discussions to support change adoption and transparency.
• Lead small projects or workstreams and mentor junior team members.
• Collaborate closely with program leadership, project managers, and crossfunctional staff to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with Navy priorities.
• Track communication and changerelated metrics and produce clear progress reports.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in communications, strategic communications, public affairs, or change management.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing successful communication and change management plans.
• In-depth knowledge of change management methodologies, such as Prosci ADKAR or Kotter's 8Step Change Model.
• Strong project management abilities, including planning, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and writing skills.
• Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to lead change management projects in dynamic or mission-oriented environments.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Change management certifications (e.g., Prosci) are highly desirable but not required.

Security Clearance

• Active DoW SECRET clearance required.

Salary: $90k+ to align with education and experience.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

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