Strategic Communications Lead
M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to 27 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers across 41 states nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.
M9 Solutions is seeking a Strategic Communications Lead to work on a government contract for a client located in Washington, DC. An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.
Responsibilities
- Support the Change Management and leadership team through strategic communications development, refinement, and implementation.
- Work with product teams to identify communication requirements, establish standard procedures for messaging, and reduce communication gaps across teams through regular engagement.
- Support developing creative communications materials and content for senior leadership and external customers to garner stakeholder support.
- Support implementation of the organizational strategic communication plan.
- Work with product teams, identifying communication requirements, establish standard procedures for messaging, and reduce communication gaps across teams.
- Identify and analyze key stakeholders, understanding their needs, concerns, and communication preferences.
- Craft clear and compelling messages aligned with organizational goals and values.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and relevance of messaging.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Work Authorization: US Citizenship is required.
- An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.
- Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of experience, associate degree with 6+ years of experience, master’s degree with 2+ years of experience, or 8+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
- Familiarity with digital communications platforms and social media.
- Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, presentations, reporting, change management, communications, strategic planning and analysis, strategic communications planning, communications planning, requirements communication, and strategic communications.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
- Proven experience in strategic communications, with a focus on analysis and planning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- 2 years of experience serving in a strategic communications role and advising, building, and managing client relationships.
- Mastery of core consulting skills especially content creating and visual presentation skills.
- Experience with Adobe Creative, a similar graphic design software, or strong desire to get proficient with new software.
- Experience working in a Kanban based task/team structure.
- Experience with experience management and customer experience.
- Familiarity and experience with the intelligence community and the intel cycle.
Full-Time Employee Compensation
- M9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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M9 Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled.
M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. M9 is subject to Executive Order 11246, which requires government contractors to take affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of their employment. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to hr@m9solutions.com. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact M9’s Human Resources Department at hr@m9solutions.com or at 703-936-0880.
With 14+ years of proven delivery and steady growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diversity in driving the vision of the company.
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