Strategic Communications & Change Lead

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 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