Job description
Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.
At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.
About the Position
Dexis is recruiting a highly qualified Strategic Communications Lead to support the Joint Program Manager for CBRN Sensors. This individual will lead efforts to shape and deliver messaging that effectively conveys the importance of CBRN sensor technologies to internal and external stakeholders, including the Department of Defense, Congress, and the public.
This position is based in Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (hybrid) and is contingent upon contract award. Secret Clearance is required.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of strategic messaging that communicates the mission, impact, and priorities of the JPM CBRN Sensors office.
- Draft speeches, talking points, video scripts, letters, awards, and other outreach materials tailored for senior leadership and varied audiences.
- Conduct in-depth research to identify communications gaps and ensure alignment and synchronization across DoD strategic messaging.
- Translate complex technical initiatives into accessible content suitable for both expert and non-expert stakeholders.
- Collaborate with graphic designers, subject matter experts, and program leadership to support outreach campaigns, stakeholder briefings, and public engagements.
- Review and edit a wide range of communications materials to ensure consistency, clarity, and impact.
- Provide communications support for special events, exhibits, and conferences; assist with strategic planning and content development.
Qualifications
- 15 years or more of experience working in the DoD CBRND organizations.
- At least 5 years supporting a 2-star level command.
- Secret Clearance
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
- PMP Certification
- Documented senior executive service experience planning, implementing, and analyzing strategic communication and outreach activities for a DoD acquisition program.
- Numerous years of experience developing, managing, and facilitating outreach events such as conferences
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree
Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?
If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!
Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.
As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.
If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.
