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Job Title : Senior Communications Specialist
Job Summary :
FedWriters is seeking an experienced Communications Specialist to support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)'s Prevention Research Centers (PRC) Program in various promotional and communication activities, including the media campaign around the PRC's 40th anniversary in 2026.
The PRCs are academic research centers in the United States that are university-based and serve a vital role within the public health system.
Responsibilities Include :
- Supporting the PRC's 40th Anniversary in 2026 by assisting with the launch of various 40th anniversary promotion activities and a communication campaign
- Conducting planning and assessment activities to help inform communication strategies for the PRC Program
- Developing an audience segmentation and channel analysis matrix to understand PRC Program audiences and the communication channels and products best suited to reach them
- Developing a plan that outlines elements to develop the audience / channel matrix
- Developing new or updating existing communication products for the PRC Program
- Updating fact sheets and infographics from the previous 2019 - 2024 funding cycle
- Developing a profile on each of the 20 PRCs funded in the 2024-2029 funding cycle
- Identifying and compiling information on five (5) of the current / recent PRC partners
- Developing communication products to hire to highlight PRCs' work and accomplishments
- Developing a production schedule for topic-based communication products
- Leading the process, development, and dissemination of the bi-monthly Prevention Research Matters (PRM) Newsletter and monthly digest for PRCs and partners
- Developing a newsletter production calendar
- Developing monthly social media content to promote the PRC Program and PRC projects
- Developing a process document that outlines coordination points of contact and any processes that need to be adhered to complete the products
Required Qualifications and Skills :
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
- 5 years of relevant experience
Desired :
- Master's degree in a relevant field
- The ability to travel to occasional in-person meetings, locations TBD
Work Setting and Environment :
- Monday - Friday, normal working hours
- Work is to be performed remotely
How FedWriters Will Compensate and Appreciate You :
FedWriters offers team members the opportunity to gain a lasting impression in this fast-growing small business.
FedWriters provides a competitive package of salary and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a matching 401(k) program;
generous Paid Time Off (PTO); STD; LTD; life insurance; and more!
FedWriters abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
FedWriters is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and / or mental disabilities.
- We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race; ethnicity;
physical or mental disabilities; political affiliation; genetic information; status as a protected veteran; or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are interested in applying for employment with FedWriters and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for the position, please call (703) 872-7848.
Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis. FedWriters is a federal contractor seeking veteran referrals.
Last updated : 2024-05-19
