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VMD Corp · 4 days ago

Speech Writer

Alexandria, Virginia

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

VMD Corp is a company focused on delivering solutions that protect American citizens and critical infrastructure. They are seeking a Speech Writer to draft and tailor communications for NSF leadership, synthesizing complex information into compelling narratives for various audiences.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyService Industry

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Draft speeches, talking points, remarks, messages, internal communications, congressional testimony, and presentations for NSF leadership

Synthesize information from internal and external sources into compelling, accurate, and accessible narratives

Tailor messaging for varied audiences, including Congress, scientific associations, academic stakeholders, and other NSF audiences

Develop communications plans, engagement strategies, and messaging to advance NSF's mission and activities

Produce senior-level communications products that articulate and explain complex NSF science programs and research findings

Edit materials to conform to voice and style of NSF leadership

Qualification

Speech writingResearchingFact-checkingCommunications planningAudience tailoringBachelor’s degreeProfessional certificate

Required

Minimum 5 years of professional speech writing experience for different audiences and purposes, including at least 3 years doing speech writing for science-focused organizations

Experience researching and fact-checking through interviews with subject-matter experts and program officials

Submit two writing samples

Bachelor's degree required

No additional years of experience can substitute for degree

Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5

Public Trust clearance required

US Citizen or Permanent Resident work status allowable

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Desired Certification: Professional certificate in speechwriting, strategic communications certificate, executive communications or leadership communications training, Science Communication Certificate, Public Policy Analysis Certificate, Technical Writing Certificate

Company

VMD Corp

About VMD VMD, now a part of Xcelerate Solutions, is a leading defense and national security company, delivering integrated solutions in enterprise security, strategic consulting, and digital transformation.

Founded in 2002

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees