Description

@ ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world.

Here’s your chance to join our award-winning agency, ICF Next. We’re changemakers, a community of mission driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists.

This role is part of our talent pipeline, and while there may not be an immediate opening, we are proactively connecting with qualified candidates for future opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a communications team supporting a government clientProvide counsel to team members with expertise in strategic communications.Coordinate cross-agency material approvals and distributions.Provide insightful and strategic recommendations to clients related to complex, high-profile topicsDelegate and oversee writing assignments that include technical language and requirements.Collaborate with colleagues to create strategic communications plans (30-, 60- and 90-days) that align with the priorities of leadership and allow for tracking of ongoing activities, products, and messaging.Support the development of marketing and communications strategies and plans for key programs and initiatives.Develop outreach materials, including slick sheets, graphics, presentation materials, webinars, talking points, and external affairs guidance, for domestic and international audiences.Track stakeholder engagement information and oversee and facilitate actioning of marketing and outreach opportunities with partner organizations.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or related field.6+ years of experience managing communications programs as a consultant to the government or as a government employee.Ability to obtain a public trust security clearance or higher.2+ years of experience supporting federal agencies such as Veteran Affairs (VA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Defense (DoD), NASA, or FEMA.

Professional Skills:

Excellent communication skills, especially written.Strong project management, leadership and presentation skills.Strong operational planning, research and organizational abilities.Consultancy, corporate or government agency experience preferred.Self-starter, with ability to independently manage and delegate tasks and handle multiple priorities.Experience mentoring and/or supervising communications specialists.  

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. 

 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$98,124.00 - $166,810.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)