Lead Communications Specialist

$115,000 - $130,000/Yr

Nira - Washington, DC

Full-time - Senior

Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

NIRA, Inc. is seeking a Lead Communications Specialist to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this role, you will collaborate closely with FAA program managers to develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that effectively engage both internal and external stakeholders. These stakeholders include senior agency leadership, FAA programs/directories, Congressional offices, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and the Government Accountability Office (GAO), as well as industry and academic partners, and internal teams. Your work will be instrumental in clearly articulating the FAA's mission, values, and core capabilities. Additionally, you will ensure the high quality of all deliverables, maintaining both editorial and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies in collaboration with FAA leadership and stakeholders.
• Produce and edit high-quality content, analyzing and synthesizing data for clarity.
• Review and edit various work products, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Oversee the review process for all deliverables to meet high standards of quality.
• Utilize communication tools such as SharePoint and websites to enhance communication efforts.
• Lead meetings, deliver presentations, and manage communications with stakeholders.
• Continuously assess and refine communication strategies to align with FAA priorities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in communications, program management, or technical writing.
• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities, with a track record of effectively engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working independently with minimal supervision.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience supporting Federal Government communications needs.
• Experience using visualization to present data.
• Experience with creating multi-media presentations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching