LINK · 3 hours ago
Senior Design Strategist, Facilitator
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $151K/yr
10+ years expLINK is a fast-growing Woman Owned Small Business that leverages human-centered design to support strategy and innovation within the federal government and adjacent industry partners. The Senior Design Strategist, Facilitator will collaborate with stakeholders to lead problem-solving workshops and translate outcomes into actionable reports, applying design thinking and creativity to support business growth.
ConsultingData VisualizationPersonal DevelopmentTraining
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plan and facilitate problem-solving workshops using design thinking methods and creative facilitation techniques
Lead multi-day collaborative sessions, client meetings, and visioning discussions that shape project direction
Partner with peers and government stakeholders to frame strategic problems and ensure alignment across teams
Capture and document client missions, visions, goals, and KPIs/OKRs to maintain strategic clarity
Conduct primary and secondary research with high journalistic standards
Analyze and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data to uncover key issues and define problem spaces
Curate workshop findings into clear, actionable reports that inform decision-making
Lead and support visual prototyping to explore and communicate solution concepts
Collaborate with designers to produce data-driven infographics, diagrams, presentations, and other visual deliverables
Build and maintain strong, trust-based client relationships
Work iteratively by seeking and incorporating feedback to improve solutions
Manage project timelines and balance workloads to ensure successful, on-time delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Design, Communication, Sociology/Psychology, or related fields
10+ years of experience in design strategy or related roles, with a strong background in leading and facilitating workshops for diverse stakeholders
Ability and experience in organizing, planning, and facilitating multi-day workshops and events that bring teams together to solve complex challenges
Proven track record of guiding teams through complex problem-solving processes using design thinking and other creative methods
Extensive experience curating workshop outcomes and translating them into actionable reports and insights
Expertise in design thinking methodologies, creative facilitation, and strategic problem-solving techniques
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from peers to senior leaders
A proactive and adaptable mindset with a strong focus on achieving results
Strong problem-solving skills, with a passion for creating innovative and human-centered solutions
Government contracting experience
Security clearance as required by contracts
Benefits
$100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend
LINK sponsored healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision
Company-paid Short Term Disability Insurance
401K with employer contribution of up to 4%
11 Federal Holidays per year
15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
Paid Holiday Time Off (Christmas Eve through the New Year)
Annual bonus plan participation
Annual profit sharing participation
$2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement
Technology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard
Company
LINK
LINK offers consulting services in data visualization and strategic communication to drive organizational change.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Rachel Link
CEO & Founder
Lawson Parker Sivertson
Chief Design Officer
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