Navy Federal Credit Union · 13 hours ago
Communications Strategist I (Branch Operations)
Vienna, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$68K/yr - $107K/yr
5+ years expNavy Federal Credit Union is seeking a Communications Strategist I to act as a trusted communications partner for Branch Operations. This role involves developing cohesive communication strategies, managing internal communications, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective messaging and branding.
AssociationFinancial ServicesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Subject matter expert within business area/specialization with understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
Significant knowledge and understanding of risk-based auditing techniques and methodologies
Significant knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
Significant experience managing multi-faceted projects simultaneously that have cross-departmental impact
Develop cohesive communication strategies for important initiatives to produce effective and timely deliverables
Supports planning and execution of executive and strategy communications
Consult and collaborate with clients and stakeholders across the organization to build relationships and provide guidance to effectively plan, compose and manage the preparation, design, production, and distribution of a wide variety of communications
Research, write, and support the development of talking points, scripts, emails, and speeches, presentations for internal and external communications for leadership
Assist in creating effective and compelling presentations, including PowerPoint development, scripting and talking points
Develop communication plans to ensure that project and campaign deliverables are met as well as align communications throughout credit union
Support planning and execution of executive-level engagement events, including business unit town halls, employee forums, and other leadership communications initiatives
Provide creative solutions for routine to moderately complex internal campaigns, strategies, and other initiatives
Ensure content accuracy and grammar consistency in style and image
Tailor communications by channel and according to strategy
Collaborate and assist with content recommendations input and/or makes recommendations for communications initiatives
Lead small to medium-scale projects
Assist with leading large-scale projects
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Experience in drafting and editing small to medium-scale communication campaigns
Demonstrated executive maturity and an ability to work effectively with senior executives
Familiar with change management principles and practices
Ability to collaborate tactfully with all levels of the work force and management to include Executive Leaders
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and co-lead projects with significant impact
Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment and manage multiple projects concurrently and meet changing requirements and priorities to accomplish goals
Working knowledge of project lifecycles, project management methodologies, and business requirements analysis
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communications
Working knowledge of word processing, presentation/project management and spreadsheet software
Experience in organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
Experience in research, analytics, organization, and problem-solving skills
Effective copywriting, editing and proofreading skills, including extensive print and online writing and editorial experience
Effective relationship-building skills
Effective presentation skills
Effective skill to successfully influence, lead and/or guide others towards goals
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism or related field or the equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Required tool/system experience: Microsoft suite of tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Years of experience required: 5-7 years of experience
Preferred
Experience as a speechwriter for high level executives
Working knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies, and procedures
Working knowledge of Navy Federal's functions, philosophy, operations, and organizational objectives
Benefits
Highly competitive pay
Generous benefits and perks
Company
Navy Federal Credit Union
Since 1933, Navy Federal has grown from seven members to over 4 million members. And since that time, their vision statement has remained
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Dietrich Kuhlmann
President & CEO
Kara Cardona
Chief Operating Officer
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