Communications Consultant (Jr.) â U.S. Citizenship Required

Job Overview
Communications Consultant (Jr.) – U.S. Citizenship Required

Category: Business Analysis (functional and technical)

Location: Fairfax, Virginia, United States

Job Description
CGI is seeking a Communications Consultant to support a large‑scale SAP S/4HANA financial management system implementation for a federal government client. The candidate will assist with the development and execution of program communications, manage the tactical communications calendar, and produce high‑quality communications materials including presentations, fact sheets, and digital content. The role works closely with the Organizational Change Management (OCM) and Communications Lead and client stakeholders to ensure consistent, timely, and professional communications throughout the program lifecycle.

The position is located in one of CGI Federal’s offices in Fairfax, VA, Lebanon, VA, Lafayette, LA, or Knoxville, TN; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. The employee will be required to work in a CGI Federal office two days per week.

Responsibilities

Participate in the development and execution of program‑level communications under the strategic direction of the OCM and Communications Lead.

Develop, maintain, and update the tactical communications calendar and tracker, ensuring all activities are planned, coordinated, and delivered on schedule.

Assist with creating and maintaining the program branding kit, messaging templates, email templates, talking points, and fact sheets.

Design and produce high‑quality visual communications materials including presentations, infographics, newsletters, and digital content.

Manage and maintain the program SharePoint communications hub, ensuring content is current and accessible to all stakeholders.

Assist in planning and executing program‑wide engagement events including AMA sessions, all‑hands meetings, and stakeholder briefings.

Prepare executive briefing materials and program status updates for senior leadership and governance bodies.

Develop and deliver implementation communications for impacted federal agency employees.

Coordinate communications activities with the OCM team to ensure messaging is aligned with change‑management strategy.

Support the development and distribution of training communications in coordination with the training team.

Maintain the communications resource log documenting all communications distributed throughout the program.

Required Qualifications

U.S. citizenship and successful completion of a CGI background check are required prior to the start of work; the candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD/Public Trust clearance.

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, marketing, or a related field.

Up to 3 years of communications experience, with federal government communications preferred.

Strong knowledge of communications principles, strategies, and best practice.

Strong writing, editing, and plain language communication skills.

Experience developing and managing communications calendars and editorial workflows.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired Qualifications

Experience developing and executing communications strategies and plans to support successful user adoption.

Graphic design proficiency with Canva, PowerPoint, or Adobe Creative Suite.

SharePoint content management experience.

Experience planning and executing town halls, all‑hands meetings, or large stakeholder engagement events.

Proficiency in SharePoint and Jira.

PROSCI certification or equivalent change‑management certification.

SAP OCM experience.

Compensation
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 licensure and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $79,600.00 – $194,000.00.

Benefits

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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