Strategic Communications Specialist
Description
At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.
Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.
Are you ready to:
- Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
- Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
- Join a company which prides itself on its shared values and inclusive culture?
- Be the difference and make it happen?
Role Summary
In support of this project, MPC is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist with 5 years of experience to support the collection and consolidation of key information. The role will include conducting strategic and operational planning, strategic communications, tech writing, research, and analysis, change management, program and project management support, and general consulting support.
What We Need From You (Required)
- A minimum of 3 years or more of direct experience in federal government strategic or operational planning, strategic communications, or organizational change management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work both independently and on a team to research, review, analyze, write, and present qualitative data
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Active Public Trust required (U.S. Citizenship required - NO EXCEPTIONS)
What You Will Be Doing
- Support organizational planning efforts to produce written strategic plans, communications efforts, artifacts, and other deliverables for a range of strategic planning projects
- Support the development of operating, strategic, and communications plans and performance documentation as well as devise and implement performance measures and related processes
- Develop transformational organizational level plans and strategies that incorporate industry best business practices pertaining to strategic planning and risk management
- Work with various stakeholders and engage with clients, including executives, to capture information and present written and verbal analyses
- Navigate and interpret ambiguous and complex information
Work Location
Arlington, VA and a mix of Hybrid.
Travel
Infrequent (less than 10%)
Education Level
Minimum bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Policy, or related field (Masters Preferred)
Clearance Level
Active Public Trust required (U.S. Citizenship required - NO EXCEPTIONS)
About MetaPhase Consulting
MetaPhase Consulting is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest-growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:
Fastest Growing
● Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
● Washington Technology Fast 50 Award - 2020, 2021
● Financial Times America's Fastest Growing Companies – 2021, 2022, 2023
Best Places to Work
● Washington Post Top Workplaces – 2022, 2023
● Washington's Business Journal’s Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022
● Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023
● Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020
Company & Individual Awards
● 2021 Washington Business Journal Small Business – CEO of the Year
● 2021 FedScoop 50 – Industry Leadership Award Nominee
● 2021, 2023 Moxie Award Finalist
● 2022 SECAF Government Contractor Awards ($27.5 to $50 Million in Revenue)
● 2022 FedScoop Best Bosses Finalist – Brett McLaren
● 2022 Washington Business Journal 40 under 40 – Brett McLaren
● 2022 FedHealth IT and G2XChange Women in in Leadership Awards – Beth Angerman
● 2022 George Mason University Prominent Patriots in Business – Fred Costa
● 2022 TiE DC Capital ELITE Award
● 2023 Elev8 Engage GovCon Finalist
● 2023 Maryland Tech Council ICON Awards Finalist for Government Contracting Company of the Year: Over $50 Million
● 2023 Greater Washington Government Contractor of the Year ($25 to $75 million) Awards Finalist
MetaPhase Consulting is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.