CGI is hiring for a Strategic Communication Specialist. This position supports the Defense Civilian Training Corps (DCTC) pilot program, managed by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (A&S) / Defense Pricing, Contracting and Acquisition Policy (DPCAP) office.
DCTC is an “ROTC-like” program to recruit and prepare undergraduate students for DoD civilian careers. The pilot program targets critical skills gaps by preparing students for Department of Defense (DoD) careers relating to acquisition, digital technologies, critical technologies, science, engineering, finance, and other civilian occupations.
The DCTC Strategic Communications Specialist will lead coordination, implementation, and management of DCTC communication efforts. This project must keep pace with leadership priorities and ensure proper senior leader coordination and engagement across OSD, the Military Departments, and others.
This position is located in our Washington, DC office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable within the NCR.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
•Shape communication strategies and approaches for engaging DoD stakeholders and leadership.
•Prepare briefings in a way that promotes consistent messaging to A&S leadership.
Prepare materials needed by DCTC leadership for conferences and speaking engagements, including graphics, slide decks, and talking points.
•Draft the weekly activity report (WAR), a weekly update that highlights program accomplishments for A&S leadership.
•Aid in the development of strategic communications, DCTC branding, and internal/external outreach materials.
•Coordinate strategic leadership engagements and maintain a comprehensive stakeholder inventory.
•Maintain the official DCTC website to ensure information is accurate and up to date. Create and maintain DCTC graphics as needed.
•Respond to external inquiries received to the official DCTC email box.
•Support planning, coordination, and logistics for the annual DCTC scholar research review in July (Washington, DC).
•Identify opportunities to increase DCTC visibility, both within the Department and externally.
•Continuously review DCTC briefings and marketing materials for inaccuracies, out-of-date information, and opportunities to refine messaging.
•Maintain awareness of laws, regulations, and policies, including DCTC Congressionally mandated reports and senior leadership (USD(A&S)) updates.
•Assist with additional or ad hoc strategic efforts as needed.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
•10 years related experience supporting the DoD, Uniformed Services, or Fourth Estate (Defense Agencies, Field Activities, etc.).
•Experience interacting on-site with federal government clients and senior leadership. Ability to effectively interface with senior DoD SES staff, academia, and industry in meetings, workshops, and forums.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•Proficiency in Adobe suite or other design tools.
•Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
Experience supporting OSD(A&S), OSD Research and Engineering (R&E), or OSD Personnel and Readiness (P&R).
•Experience with ROTC at an accredited college or university is a plus.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and license and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $57,100.00 - $121,900.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs
Due to the nature of this government contract, US Citizenship is required.
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•Shape communication strategies and approaches for engaging DoD stakeholders and leadership.
•Prepare briefings in a way that promotes consistent messaging to A&S leadership.
Prepare materials needed by DCTC leadership for conferences and speaking engagements, including graphics, slide decks, and talking points.
•Draft the weekly activity report (WAR), a weekly update that highlights program accomplishments for A&S leadership.
•Aid in the development of strategic communications, DCTC branding, and internal/external outreach materials.
•Coordinate strategic leadership engagements and maintain a comprehensive stakeholder inventory.
•Maintain the official DCTC website to ensure information is accurate and up to date. Create and maintain DCTC graphics as needed.
•Respond to external inquiries received to the official DCTC email box.
•Support planning, coordination, and logistics for the annual DCTC scholar research review in July (Washington, DC).
•Identify opportunities to increase DCTC visibility, both within the Department and externally.
•Continuously review DCTC briefings and marketing materials for inaccuracies, out-of-date information, and opportunities to refine messaging.
•Maintain awareness of laws, regulations, and policies, including DCTC Congressionally mandated reports and senior leadership (USD(A&S)) updates.
•Assist with additional or ad hoc strategic efforts as needed.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
•10 years related experience supporting the DoD, Uniformed Services, or Fourth Estate (Defense Agencies, Field Activities, etc.).
•Experience interacting on-site with federal government clients and senior leadership. Ability to effectively interface with senior DoD SES staff, academia, and industry in meetings, workshops, and forums.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•Proficiency in Adobe suite or other design tools.
•Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
Experience supporting OSD(A&S), OSD Research and Engineering (R&E), or OSD Personnel and Readiness (P&R).
•Experience with ROTC at an accredited college or university is a plus.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and license and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $57,100.00 - $121,900.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs
Due to the nature of this government contract, US Citizenship is required.
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•10 years related experience supporting the DoD, Uniformed Services, or Fourth Estate (Defense Agencies, Field Activities, etc.).
•Experience interacting on-site with federal government clients and senior leadership. Ability to effectively interface with senior DoD SES staff, academia, and industry in meetings, workshops, and forums.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•Proficiency in Adobe suite or other design tools.
•Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
Experience supporting OSD(A&S), OSD Research and Engineering (R&E), or OSD Personnel and Readiness (P&R).
•Experience with ROTC at an accredited college or university is a plus.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and license and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $57,100.00 - $121,900.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs
Due to the nature of this government contract, US Citizenship is required.
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#8b2a931b
#ClearanceJobs
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