Remote Communications Associate, Federal Programs

ICF; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Communications Associate to support a portfolio of government-focused projects, including websites, innovation programs, research initiatives, meetings, and events. You will help develop and execute communications strategies that raise awareness and engagement across federal programs while translating complex technical content into clear messaging for diverse audiences.

In this role, you will collaborate with technical experts, program managers, and government stakeholders,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in communications, strategic communications, public affairs, marketing communications, or related disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain strategic communications plan that support government initiatives.
• Create and disseminate internal and external communications products, including press releases, briefing materials, peer-reviewed publications, poster presentations, and meeting presentations.
• Develop and maintain program communications resources, including Confluence spaces, SharePoint sites, and other collaboration platforms, ensuring content remains current, accurate, and engaging.
• Collaborate with technical, scientific, and program teams to identify accomplishments, lessons learned, and success stories, and communicate program impact to internal and external audiences.
• Create visually engaging presentations, infographics, and other communications assets that comply with federal communications standards, plain language principles, accessibility requirements (Section 508), and organizational branding guidelines.
• Coordinate and support a knowledge-sharing community or similar collaborative learning forum, including developing and managing content calendars, creating communications and promotional materials, facilitating knowledge-sharing activities, and co-facilitating meetings and events.

Skills

Public trust clearance

Strong written and oral communication

Ability to translate technical info

Self-driven and flexible

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Teams

SharePoint

Confluence (classic)

Mural

Job description

ICF is seeking a Communications Associate to support a portfolio of government-focused projects, including websites, innovation programs, research initiatives, meetings, and events. You will help develop and execute communications strategies that raise awareness and engagement across federal programs while translating complex technical content into clear messaging for diverse audiences.

In this role, you will collaborate with technical experts, program managers, and government stakeholders,