Aptive is seeking a full-time Writer with demonstrated experience writing and editing engaging content for large-scale federal programs. This candidate will be responsible for developing effective key messages and technical writing for the VA's Office of Enterprise Integration related to their governance efforts.

This individual will be responsible for developing effective content as well as creating collateral materials that align with OEI's overarching communication goals. The Writer uses communications consulting, research, interviews, journalistic skills and storytelling to advance OEI goals and objectives. The candidate will need to standardize messaging across various platforms to promote a unified communications approach.

To be successful in this position, the Writer/Editor will need to have strong customer interaction skills and a demonstrated ability to work with various stakeholders across multiple tasks. Experience developing and delivering compelling, informative and well written prose is a requirement. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, proactive problem-solver and action-oriented team player with previous experience translating complex information into plain language. He/she must be committed to providing superior service, poised in a fast-paced environment and have a positive and flexible attitude.

This mid-level, full-time position is located on the client site in Washington, DC

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

• 10+ years of experience writing in a communications, journalism or media capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English or a related field.
• Expert in the use of AP style.
• Experience supporting VA, ideally in a governance-related field
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

JOB DUTIES.

• Assist in developing a variety of documents and literature reviews on topics related to the VA's OEI and its related governance activities.
• Translate complex research into professional engagement campaigns.
• Research, write, edit and manage a broad range of communications materials (e.g., articles, e-blasts, abstracts, presentations, posters, complimentary materials for industry engagement conferences) under tight deadlines.
• Develop content to be shared on VA and partner social media channels.
• Produce high-quality and creative educational materials and products such as toolkits, brochures, infographics and web-based resources.
• Employ plain language principles to ensure materials are easy to read, understand and use.
• Work with other writers to interview sources, develop content that conveys critical information reflecting key messages, fact check copy and edit material for distribution.
• Develop themes, concepts, messaging and distribution tactics for marketing materials.
• Plan, generate and deliver client-ready materials for stakeholders, including OEI leadership.
• Create and implement content calendars.
• Write, review and edit content in compliance with AP style and other OEI guidelines.
• Support OEI internal communication efforts.

DESIRED SKILLS.

• 10+ years of experience writing in a communications, journalism or media capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English or a related field.
• Expert in the use of AP style.
• Experience supporting VA writing in a governance-related position

ABOUT THE CLIENT

The Office of Enterprise Integration strengthens the operational capabilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs executing across its Administrations and Offices.

Vision: Optimize the Department's resources including human capital, processes and technology to anticipate and rapidly adapt to the needs of our nation's Veterans their families and caregivers.

Who We Are

OEI's service areas provide complementary capabilities to enhance VA's operations, inform decision making and policy, and integrate initiatives within the Department and with other agencies.

What We Do

Planning and Performance Management: leads the Department's strategic future foresight and assessment; coordinates business strategy development; integrates mission requirements; conducts forward-thinking strategic planning to address long-range issues; and ensures integration of business requirements and aligning the planning and execution activities of the Department's programs and initiatives.

Data Governance and Analytics: provides predictive analysis, actuarial services, and data-driven forecasting to inform decision-making and serves as the authoritative clearinghouse for the collection, analysis, and dissemination of statistics about Veterans and VA programs.

Policy and Interagency Collaboration: provides policy management, research and support functions for VA while leading collaboration efforts with federal agencies and other stakeholders.

Enterprise Program Integration Office: The Enterprise Program Integration Office serves as VA's integrator for major transformational efforts providing cross-organizational synchronization to ensure consistent, positive outcomes for the improvement of services to our stakeholders.

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.