Anika Systems is a fast-growing, woman-owned small business that specializes in providing innovative IT solutions for federal government agencies. Our expertise lies in accelerating delivery in Data and Analytics, Intelligent Automation, Application Development, and IT Modernization. We are currently expanding our federal team and are looking for a Strategic Communications Specialist. This opportunity is 100% remote.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a government suitability clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Communication Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive communication plans aligned with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
- Messaging Development: Create, develop, and implement a variety of communications materials, including senior leader briefings, talking points, presentations, news and information articles, marketing and branding content, and events such as town halls, brown bags, and information sessions.
- Media Relations: Manage media inquiries, build strong relationships with journalists, and secure positive media coverage.
- Internal Communications: Develop and execute effective internal communication strategies to keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with the organization’s vision.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, investors, regulators, and industry partners.
- Crisis Communication: Develop and implement crisis communication plans and protocols to effectively manage potential reputational risks.
- Content Creation: Create high-quality content, including press releases, articles, blog posts, presentations, and social media posts.
- Digital Communications: Manage the organization’s digital presence, including website, social media channels, and other digital platforms.
- Visual Coordination: Coordinate with graphic artists and web designers to provide visually appealing products that are consistent with client branding.
- Marketing Support: Develop, update, and maintain marketing materials for organizational strategic initiatives.
- Policy Analysis: Analyze and help develop and/or improve policies and procedures for various programs and operational needs.
- Collaboration: Work closely with teams, senior leadership, and customers to aid in the development and implementation of various communications approaches, methodologies, and frameworks.
- Complex Concept Articulation: Articulate complex concepts in a compelling manner using written, visual, and verbal methods.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- 5+ years’ experience creating marketing, training, and/or communications materials for government agencies.
- Proficiency with the MS-Office suite and graphic design tools like Adobe Illustrator, MS Publisher, or InDesign.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proactive, reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
