STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

DEPARTMENT: STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

Aptive is seeking a full-time Senior Strategic Communications Specialist with six to eight years of experience uncovering insights and providing data-driven recommendations that improve the content, presentation, functionality, and dissemination of high-profile products. Experience writing about research and development and/or science and engineering topics is highly preferred.

The candidate must have strong writing, communication and organizational skills to support a federal client. S/he needs to be comfortable with client-facing responsibilities and have the ability to contribute to both immediate and long-term projects with competing priorities. Daily responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to, writing reports, conducting stakeholder interviews, fact-checking information, mining databases and research publications for insights, presenting data in both written and visual formats, and creating an array of communications materials designed for the scientific community.

This position requires a strategic mindset and a clear understanding of writing and research best practices. A successful candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and motivated to succeed. S/he should be able to work comfortably both independently and as part of a larger team, and will be expected to contribute to finding innovative solutions to complex problems.

This full-time position is located at the Aptive Resources offices in Alexandria, VA. Opportunities for telework are also available. Aptive is currently working remotely due to COVID-19.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

• Six to eight years of strategic communications experience.
• Demonstrative experience developing content for print, digital, and social platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, or related field.
• Strong organization, time-management, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment carrying out multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Interest in interacting with stakeholders and presenting information to clients.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

DESIRED SKILLS.

• Writing experience within science and engineering related domains.
• Graphic design and data visualization experience.
• Experience in performing and analyzing primary and secondary research efforts.

JOB DUTIES.

• Conduct interviews, perform daily research, and collect data that contributes to broader recommendations on communication products, dissemination campaigns, and other integrated marketing efforts.
• Develop a wide range of written and visual communications artifacts.
• Establish and nurture meaningful relationships with clients, partners, subject matter experts, industry leaders, and other highly prominent stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and execute communications requirements, review content, fact-check insights, and gather feedback.

ABOUT THE CLIENT.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent agency of the United States government that supports fundamental research and education in all non-medical fields within science and engineering.

ABOUT APTIVE

Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We're advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.

We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge.

Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.

What's in it for you?

· Competitive compensation

· Health, vision, dental and disability plans with company contributions

· 401K plan with immediate vesting and a competitive company match

· Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules

· Flexible savings accounts

· Commuter benefits

· Company-sponsored professional education and training opportunities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.

This position supports a federal government contract and is subject to compliance with Executive Order 14042, requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated for the COVID 19 virus or be granted an approved medical or religious accommodation. Proof of vaccination or an adjudicated accommodation is requirement of employment for this position.