Senior Communications Specialist

NetImpact Strategies Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 88.000 - 115.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Zusammenfassung

NetImpact Strategies seeks a Senior Communications professional to support federal client initiatives, ensuring clear messaging across stakeholders. The role emphasizes communications planning, stakeholder engagement, and change management for mission-critical transformations.

The position requires on-site presence 3 days a week near Scott AFB, IL and residence within 50 miles. A Secret Clearance is eligible and the candidate will lead diverse content and social media efforts.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in communications or PR with a track record of leading initiatives.
• Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear messaging.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• US Citizenship and eligibility for Secret Clearance.
• Must reside within 50 miles of Scott AFB, IL.

Aufgaben

• Serve as a representative aligning with organizational priorities through effective communication and relationship management.
• Understand client needs and preferences to enhance customer experience and expand services.
• Develop storytelling and editorial direction for communication artifacts and ensure consistency in messaging.
• Use visual storytelling to communicate complex changes and help stakeholders adopt new processes.
• Craft messages aligning with brand and strategic goals, ensuring clarity and engagement for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with OCM specialists, graphic designers, and client to align with assessments and insights.
• Supervise design and creation of graphics and digital media for change communications across formats.
• Develop and implement social media strategies to increase engagement and reach among stakeholders.
• Monitor social media trends and ensure consistent messaging across channels.

Kenntnisse

Strong writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

OCM knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

NetImpact Strategies is seeking a Senior Communications to join our team. This role supports strategic communications initiatives for a federal client, ensuring clear, consistent, and effective messaging across stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring experience in communications planning, stakeholder engagement, and organizational change management (OCM) to support mission-critical transformation efforts.

This position requires candidates to reside within a 50-mile radius of Scott Air Force Base (Scott AFB), IL, as you will be required on-site 3 days a week for recurring meetings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key representative, aligning with organizational priorities through effective communication and relationship management to ensure superior service delivery and positive customer connection
• Understand client needs and preferences, addressing concerns promptly to enhance customer experience and expand service offerings
• Develop compelling storytelling and editorial direction for communication artifacts ensuring consistency in messaging
• Use visual storytelling techniques to communicate complex changes in an accessible way, helping stakeholders adopt new processes and transition smoothly to the future state
• Craft and refine messages to align with the organization's brand and strategic goals, ensuring communications are clear, concise, and engaging for stakeholders
• Collaborate with OCM specialists, graphic designers, and the client to create content that aligns with OCM assessments and stakeholder management insights
• Supervise the design and creation of graphics, digital media, and visual content for change effort communications across a diversity of formats (e.g., briefings, newsletters, flyers, posters, fact sheets, websites, social media, news and announcements, trifolds, and branding materials)
• Develop and implement social media strategies for clients to increase engagement and reach among stakeholders, coordinating with web designers, and content creators
• Monitor social media trends, respond to stakeholder inquiries, and ensure consistent messaging across all digital communication channels
• Leads the refinement of a seamless customer experience across all communication touchpoints, such as conference content, briefings, and social media
• Ensure all communication materials adhere to copyright regulations, brand guidelines, and organizational values
• Develop comprehensive communication strategies and engagement plans to support the client program
• Define clear communication goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts
• Track and analyze communication effectiveness using metrics such as audience reach, engagement, and sentiment analysis to inform adjustments to strategies and tactics
• Work closely with program offices, graphic designers, and other communication teams to ensure consistent and coordinated messaging across all communication channels

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
• At least 3-6 years of experience in communications, public relations, or related fields, with a strong track record of leading communication initiatives
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, concise messaging
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of OCM theories and models (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter's 8-step Model, Lewin's Change Management Model)
• U.S. Citizenship
• Must reside within 50 miles of Scott AFB, IL
• Eligible for Secret Clearance
• #LI-Hybrid
• Advanced certification in Communications, Public Relations, or equivalent fields is a plus
• Additional certifications in leadership or strategic communication are advantageous
• Expertise in visual storytelling, graphic design, and the creation of digital media
• Advanced proficiency in communication tools, social media platforms, and content management systems
• Experience with digital communications tools (e.g., SharePoint, web content platforms, email marketing tools)

About Us

At NetImpact Strategies, we post salary ranges in compliance with the specific labor laws and regulations of each county and state, ensuring transparency and fairness in our hiring practices. This approach reflects our commitment to adhering to legal requirements and promoting equitable pay standards across all regions where we operate. The posted salary range for this role is $88,000-115,000. The posted salary range is not an exact indication of the actual compensation offered and is instead a range of what NetImpact, in good faith, could compensate at the lowest and most high end of the salary market. In general, NetImpact may not pay the