Strategic Communications Coordinator

Imagine One Technology & Management Ltd•Lexington Park, MD

About The Position

Imagine One Technology & Management is currently hiring a Strategic Communications Coordinator who will support PMA-201. This candidate will report to the Director of Operations and will be responsible for the day-to-day operations within the Precision Strike Weapons Program Office and additional administrative tasking as required.

Requirements

At least two (2) years of experience in a communication or writing field.
Command of writing stories, captions and other products in Associated Press style preferred.
Experience in creating and executing internal or externally focused mass communications plans desired.
Skilled in various social networking platforms.
Competent in working in Windows, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe computing environment.
BS or BA degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Marketing, or a related writing intensive field. ALLOWABLE SUBSTITUTION: High School Diploma and five (5) years of experience.
U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Candidate must have an ACTIVE secret clearance or have the ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to media relations and working in or knowledge of Naval aviation acquisition environment desired.
Experience with Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology and Life Cycle Management Framework is preferred.
Prior experience supporting NAVAIR Public Affairs Office and distinguished visitor and dignitary protocol.

Responsibilities

Serve as the Strategic Communications Coordinator for the PMA-201 Program Management team.
Prepares written materials for proactive release externally to attract print, broadcast and social media coverage and internally to educate, inform and motivate the workforce. Materials integrate broad themes from the Secretary of the Navy, Chief of Naval Operations, Commandant of the Marine Corps, Chief of Information, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and other relevant commands.
Captures strategic planning, development and coordination of PMA communications to formulate consistent message of PMA-201 program plans, strategy, both technical and financial, to stakeholders.
Coordinates and plans special events and ceremonies as appropriate.
Leads development of news releases, fact sheets, talking points and other material to stimulate internal and external interest in command accomplishments and enhance understanding of the command, its workforce, mission, and contribution to the national defense.
Identifies opportunities for the creation of compelling photographs and video footage, coordinating closely with the VI organization to create, storyboard and script products as needed.
May assist in preparation of speeches and presentations for senior command leaders and advises on delivery. Speeches and presentations may encompass aspects of technical, programmatic, budgetary, policy and ceremonial issues and may be delivered to a broad range of audiences representing defense, Congressional, industry and the general public. Ensures that speeches are closely coordinated with necessary outside organizations.
Extract pertinent news clips from internal and external sources and disseminate to appropriate personnel.