Communications Specialist III

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.•Remote, DC

1d•$81,800 - $120,000

About The Position

The Communications Specialist III assists with writing and communication projects that support a cohesive federal communications strategy, including workforce communications for civilian and military audiences and external public affairs. The role plans and implements communications strategies and supports outreach and engagement for the Tribal Healthcare Data, Research, and Quality Initiative. It works with Tribal stakeholders and communities, AHRQ staff, Tribal leaders, Urban Indian Organizations, and Tribal health programs, while maintaining Tribal data sovereignty and incorporating Tribal input into project planning. The position also supports public and internal engagements, media relations, knowledge management, and efforts to preserve the agency’s history. Work is primarily performed in an office environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and five to seven years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain the customer clearance required for access to systems, facilities, equipment, and property.
Possess the appropriate level of certifications required for the position under the contract.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate cultural competence when engaging Tribal stakeholders and communities.
Facilitate stakeholder outreach, engagement, and partnerships for the Initiative.
Organize and conduct stakeholder workgroup meetings in person and virtually.
Summarize stakeholder meeting discussions and recommendations and help AHRQ staff understand Tribal priorities and needs.
Participate in reviewing and shaping the Tribal Healthcare Data, Research, and Quality Initiative Roadmap.
Coordinate with Tribal leaders, Urban Indian Organizations, and Tribal health programs.
Encourage robust interaction among participants and incorporate Tribal input into project planning.
Maintain Tribal data sovereignty and consult with Tribal Nations on data initiatives.
Support cohesive communications strategies across social media, media relations, email campaigns, and related channels.
Coach and mentor other communications professionals on the team.
Create and implement communications materials that deliver consistent key messages to target audiences through appropriate channels and align with branding, messaging, and digital strategies.
Communicate effectively and professionally with project stakeholders in writing and orally, and prepare quality client deliverables.
Support public engagements, internal engagements, agency event planning and execution, media relations, knowledge management, and preservation of the agency’s history.
Increase brand awareness through events, social media, and other communication channels.