Communications Specialist - Department of State

Censeo Consulting Group•Washington, DC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking driven, thoughtful candidates with experience in communications, policy, and publications to support impactful initiatives for our Federal clients at the U.S. Department of State (DOS). As a Communications Specialist with Censeo, you will lead stakeholder outreach for a key Department of State program. You will work closely with DOS teams to translate economic and performance findings into policy recommendations and public-facing communications to support the Department’s global mission.

Requirements

BA/BS required in Communications, Political Science, Economics, Public Policy, or a closely related field
5-10+ years of experience with strategic communications, performance reporting, policy communications, or federal program support
Demonstrated experience supporting or working with Federal agencies (Department of State strongly preferred)
Experience managing communications and reporting for complex, data‑driven programs
Strong ability to translate complex economic and performance data into clear, concise briefings, executive‑ready presentations, and public‑facing digital content
Experience working across organizational boundaries to develop realistic, innovative solutions to complex policy and operational challenges
Ability to position findings effectively for public visibility while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and policy alignment
Comfort coordinating with communications teams, leadership, and subject‑matter experts on external messaging
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to synthesize complex information
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

Create briefings and presentations for Department of State staff to deliver to other government agencies, Congress, and private sector partners
Develop custom economic impact reports for different audiences (government, industry, academia, public policy groups)
Produce the Annual Performance Plan and Report, along with Annual Strategic Reviews detailing performance outcomes, evaluation insights, and forward-looking recommendations
Issue quarterly and monthly performance briefs to keep all stakeholders informed of progress and emerging issues
Generate tailored reports and digital content that translate complex data into actionable insights for policymakers, industry partners, and the public
Integrate findings into SelectUSA, Commerce, Labor, and workforce development conversations
Offer media and communication support to showcase findings via press releases, webinars, and conferences
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop realistic, innovative solutions to complex challenges
Build and maintain strong client relationships, proactively identifying and mitigating delivery risks