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Digital Communications Strategist

ECU Communications, Washington, DC, United States


Job Summary We are currently seeking a highly motivated Digital Communications Strategist with a minimum of 6 years’ experience to support a Federal Government contract. Must pass a background check for security clearance, be a U.S. citizen, and must be able to work on site in Washington, DC. Job Duties / Responsibilities Lead development of digital communications campaigns and associated deliverables. Brief senior leadership on approach strategy, implementation, and measures for success. Develop and execute digital components of strategic communication action plans and action plans. Maintain an understanding of current events relating to the client and their work while analyzing and developing appropriate and effective responses to those events. Build and maintain a trusting relationship with the client. Understand the client’s priorities and provide creative ideas and strategic thought to support their mission. Coordinate scheduling, agendas, materials, participant lists and action items for multiple working groups and councils. Facilitate client meetings. Own all aspects of meeting coordination, keep meetings on time and on agenda and follow up on action items. Develop and maintain program organizational charts and stakeholder outreach matrices. Coordinate with internal offices to produce multimedia products including but not limited to infographics and video. Coordinates, develop and track responses to requests for information from other government agencies. Lead and support communications focused projects and initiatives. Lead and facilitate client meetings and exercises. Skills & Requirements A bachelor’s degree in business, communications, marketing, digital media, or a related field, and at least six (6) years of relevant experience, or At least four (4) years of experience with a Master’s degree or higher in business, communications, marketing, digital media, or a related field. Ability to plan and develop strategic digital communications strategy and provide implementation and management consulting to commercial or Federal clientele. Ability to communicate comfortably and effectively with a range of stakeholders both orally and in email. Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills are a must. This is a full‑time, on‑site position located at the client’s facility in Washington DC. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must pass background check for security clearance. Benefits Disability insurance Life insurance Paid holidays 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr