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Protagonist · 4 months ago

Strategic Communications Director

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$124K/yr - $190K/yr

7+ years exp

Protagonist is a company that combines rigorous analysis with innovative technology to deliver strategic communication solutions. They are seeking a Strategic Communications Director to lead teams in developing high-impact communications for U.S. Government clients, focusing on creating effective communication plans and managing multidisciplinary teams.

AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceConsultingMachine LearningNatural Language Processing

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a strategic communications capability for a DoD organization, leading and managing teams of analysts and senior analysts in designing, developing, and maintaining communication initiatives (e.g., communication and branding strategies, communication plans for key events, etc.)

Develop a deep understanding of our clients' communication challenges and provide guidance and recommendations based on their mission and objectives

Partner with internal and external executive leadership, building strategic relationships throughout relevant communities

Mentor, coach, and train team members to achieve their full potential and support their professional growth

Manage complex, high-profile research and analysis projects, including client/stakeholder relationships and expectations, proposing new research areas, and presenting findings

Support company growth by identifying opportunities to promote development and expansion of capabilities

Collaborate closely across all departments and participate in ad hoc projects and initiatives

Qualification

DoD experienceData analysisStrategic communicationsProject managementStakeholder engagementCommunication plansLeadership experienceAnalytical skillsCollaborationCreative thinkingOrganizational skillsAttention to detailProblem-solvingActive listeningMentoring

Required

Active TS/SCI security clearance is required

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of work experience or advanced degree with 7+ years of work experience in communication, marketing, psychology, political science, or other social science fields

Proven leadership experience with a minimum of 5 years managing and mentoring teams of analysts, researchers, or similar professionals

Demonstrated experience in engaging a wide range of stakeholders, including senior executives, government officials, media representatives, and the public

Stellar business communication skills, including the ability to actively listen, articulate complex concepts, and provide constructive feedback

Proven experience in using theoretical frameworks to analyze communication challenges and opportunities, designing interventions, and measuring the impact of communication efforts

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to meet or exceed business expectations

Exceptional project management skills, organizational abilities, problem-solving proficiencies, and attention to detail

Experience in managing large-scale projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs, and coordinating with other departments

Strong analytic and critical-thinking skills, with a track record of conducting data-driven analysis (quantitative and qualitative) and effectively communicating findings

Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn about complex, highly technical topics

Preferred

Experience working in and with the U.S. Dept. of Defense, especially with OSDP, Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs, or Space Force

Extensive experience working in and with the U.S. Dept. of Defense (either as uniformed military, civilian DoD and/or direct industry supplier to DoD) with a corresponding robust network of contacts in these communities

Demonstrated professional experience in the Space and/or defense domain (e.g., space operations, satellite technology, or related fields within the space industry)

Knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force and Space Force, processes and procedures as it relates to their functional responsibility

Knowledge of space acquisition processes, Congress and other relevant government organizations that impact acquisition program offices

Knowledge of the PPBE process, Congress, legislation, policies, regulations and acquisition related communication documents

PMP or Advanced degree in Program/Project Management