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Communications Strategist

INSPYR, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032

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Title:

Communications Strategist

Location:

Vienna, VA or Pensacola, FL

Duration:

6 months (potential to extend)

Work Requirements:

US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

We are seeking a seasoned communications professional with demonstrated experience writing for executive audiences, including developing compelling talking points, speeches, and high‑profile internal communications. This role requires a strategic thinker who can support and elevate executive‑level events and initiatives, apply a strong strategic lens to new ideas, and proactively bring forward recommendations. Success in this role depends on close collaboration with communications partners, cross‑departmental teams, and enterprise stakeholders to ensure alignment, consistency, and impact. The ideal candidate excels at translating complex information into clear, engaging, and accessible messages, using a storytelling approach that informs, inspires, and reinforces leadership intent while advancing organizational strategy and voice. The Communications Strategist’s purpose is to share the many ways that senior leadership cares about our people, whether it’s through our training, recognition, engagement, diversity and inclusion efforts, or other programs and philosophies. This role will promote a unified communications strategy grounded in quality, value, and standards. Maintain department‑wide voice and branding while customizing communications for executive leadership. Collaborate with Communications management to optimize execution of events, programs, communications, executive communications, script writing and campaigns. Work on assignments that are complex in nature, requiring judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations. Excellent crisis communications, communications strategy, content and storytelling development and executive communication skills are crucial.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Develop cohesive communication strategies for important initiatives to produce effective and timely deliverables

Consult and collaborate with clients and stakeholders across the organization to build relationships and provide guidance to effectively plan, compose and manage the preparation, design, production, and distribution of a wide variety of communications

Research, write and support the development of talking points, scripts, emails and speeches for internal communications for executive leadership while taking advantage of an executive’s unique voice

Develop communication plans to ensure that project and campaign deliverables are met as well as align communications throughout credit union

Provide creative solutions for high level internal campaigns and strategies and other initiatives

Provide consultative editorial/development services to ensure appropriate copy solutions are used, ensure content accuracy and grammar consistency in style and image

Analyze quality of work through review of Adobe Analytics summaries/metrics to determine if copy materials/methodologies are effective and produce the desired results, or need to be changed

Tailor communications by channel and according to strategy

Provide input and/or makes recommendations for communications initiatives

Lead large scale projects

Perform other duties as assigned

Significant experience developing and executing large- and small-scale communication campaigns

Demonstrated executive maturity and an ability to work effectively with senior executives

Working knowledge of change management principles and practices

Ability to deal tactfully with all levels of the work force and management to include Executive Leaders

Work independently and lead projects with significant impact

Ability to work in a fast‑paced business environment and manage multiple projects concurrently and meet changing requirements and priorities to accomplish goals

Expert knowledge of project lifecycles, project management methodologies, and business requirements analysis

Expert interpersonal, verbal, and written communications

Working knowledge of word processing, presentation/project management and spreadsheet software

Expert skill to successfully influence, lead and/or guide others towards goals

Desired - Experience as a speechwriter for high level executives

Desired - Working knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies, and procedures

Desired - Working knowledge of Navy Federal’s functions, philosophy, operations, and organizational objectives

Significant experience in organizational, time management and problem‑solving skills

Significant experience in research, analytics, organization, and problem‑solving skills

Expert copywriting, editing and proofreading skills, including extensive print and online writing and editorial experience

Effective relationship‑building skills

Effective presentation skills

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism or related field or the equivalent combination of experience, education, and training

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Competitive pay

401(k) retirement plan

…and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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