Speechwriter

DCG • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

DCG is seeking an experienced Speechwriter to support the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA). The Speechwriter will draft and edit speeches, remarks, talking points, and briefing materials for NSF leadership tailored to diverse audiences and policy contexts. This position will collaborate with communications and leadership staff at the organization to support timely, high-visibility engagement content that aligns with NSF priorities, tone, and messaging standards.
Note: This position is currently contingent on contract award

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
• 5+ years of professional speech writing experience for different audiences and purposes, including at least 3 years doing speech writing for science-focused organizations.
• Experience researching and fact-checking through interviews with subject-matter experts and program officials.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines
• Writing samples will be required for selected candidates

Responsibilities

• Draft speeches, talking points, remarks, messages, internal communications, congressional testimony, and presentations for NSF leadership.
• Synthesize information from internal and external sources into compelling, accurate, and accessible narratives.
• Tailor messaging for varied audiences, including Congress, scientific associations, academic stakeholders, and other NSF audiences.
• Develop communications plans, engagement strategies, and messaging to advance NSF's mission and activities.
• Produce senior-level communications products that articulate and explain complex NSF science programs and research findings.
• Edit materials to conform to voice and style of NSF leadership.

Benefits

• A range of comprehensive healthcare plans, encompassing medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with group life coverage. The firm covers 60% of the premium cost for employees and all dependents.
• Generous paid time off including paid federal holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Wellness programs and activities, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Family Bonding for new parents, with 50% cost sharing for Short-Term Disability
• $1,000 family expansion benefit to offset costs often uncovered with medical plans: fertility treatment, adoption, and surrogacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level