Job Title: Strategic Communications Specialist 

Location: 2011 Crystal Drive Suite 1102, Arlington, VA 22202

Type: FTE, 100% onsite role in Arlington 

Position Overview

Trident Maritime Systems is seeking an experienced Strategic Communications Specialist to develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned with IT initiatives and organizational goals. Join us in shaping and delivering impactful communication strategies during this transformative journey.

Responsibilities

Strategy and Planning:

• Formulate communication strategy and plans harmonizing with Organizational Change Management and IT strategy, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
• Spearhead end-to-end management of communication lifecycles, encompassing a comprehensive understanding of organizational objectives, user needs, and behavior. This includes creating communication materials, overseeing communication channels, executing
  communication strategies, and tracking key metrics to ensure strategic alignment and effectiveness.

Project Management:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality communication materials.
• Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and adapt to changing organizational needs.

User Psychology Experience:

• Conduct research to understand user behaviors, preferences, and motivations.
• Utilize psychological insights to develop targeted communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Strategic Communication Development:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather input and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and insights necessary for creating impactful communication materials.
• Develop and execute communication plans that effectively convey key messages to target audiences.

Content Creation:

• Write and edit compelling content for various communication channels, ensuring consistency in messaging and tone.

Graphic Design Proficiency:

• Design visually appealing and cohesive communication materials, including infographics, flyers, brochures, presentations, and other collateral.
• Ensure all designs align with brand guidelines and effectively convey the intended message.

Metrics and Reporting:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for communication efforts and regularly report on the success and areas for improvement.
• Use data-driven insights to optimize future communication strategies.

Market Research:

• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging communication technologies.
• Integrate relevant findings into communication strategies to maintain a competitive edge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a strategic communications role, with a focus on IT or digital transformation.
• Strong portfolio showcasing previous communication materials.
• Proven ability to develop and execute communication strategies that support organizational change initiatives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and accessible manner.
• Experience with various communication channels and tools, including social media, internal portals, and collaboration platforms.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with change management principles and methodologies.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift to 25