Senior Communications Consultant

Support the Defense Health Agency (DHA) in translating scientific knowledge into clinical practice using dissemination and implementation science best practices. This role includes:

• Working with a team of multidisciplinary consultants to support implementation science utilization and adoption for consultation partners and enterprise-wide.
• Leading the communications team to support consultation projects and enterprise-wide spread and scale activities.
• Consultation Projects: Supporting consultation project leads with execution of complex projects involving multiple stakeholder groups within the DHA and the broader community; tasks may include but are not limited to supporting the development and execution of dissemination plans; oversight and development of communications materials (e.g., briefing decks, audience profiles); tracking and monitoring of all communications-related activities; the development and maintenance of communications materials and records.  Develop and execute strategies for continuous improvement. Engage and coordinate effectively with DHA Strategic Communications. 
• Enterprise Spread and Scale: Tasks may include but are not limited to: providing vision and strategy for communications efforts at the enterprise level, incl. stakeholder engagement, mapping, and management; scale and spread of Implementation Science Support and Services materials.

• Lead communications efforts for Implementation Science Support and Services team, including management and oversight of communications activities; format, write, and editing client-facing materials (e.g., client and leadership briefs, presentations, abstracts, and other client-facing materials within the MHS).
• Support dissemination and implementation efforts on consultation projects, responsibilities include:
  • Interpret and translate complex clinical content into user friendly resources written in plain language and relatable to a broad audience.
  • Support development and execution of dissemination plans (e.g., social media campaigns, developing key messages, creating infographics).
  • Work closely with project staff, research and clinical subject matter experts, clinical providers, occupational health and safety professionals, and education and training staff to develop and execute dissemination plans grounded in implementation science best practices.
• Must be self-directed and able to work independently as well as collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to develop processes, manage day-to-day workload and that of the communications team, monitor and meet milestones and deadlines, and provide timely high quality consultative support.

• Experience working in the Military Health System (preferably Defense Health Agency, VA, AHRQ, CDC, SAMSHA or NIH).
• Knowledge of military culture and structure to best support MHS initiatives.
• Strong technical writing skills to clearly, logically, and succinctly communicate project-related information within the MHS, DoD, and other federal agencies at the commensurate comprehension and reading level for the audience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, and have strong oral and written communication abilities, with strong conceptual and systems-thinking abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Solid working knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Office business suite, to include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required to prepare reports, briefings, and products; experience with Adobe Professional and with posting and sharing documents in SharePoint.
• Excellent client-facing consultation skills to include briefing and/or advisement to civilian and uniformed government personnel.
• Must be able to establish and maintain relationships, demonstrate initiative and a high level of engagement, exude a professional presence, focus on results and demonstrate enthusiasm.

• Strong knowledge and/or experience with dissemination and implementation best practices.
• Understanding what is required to communicate across various audiences to develop effective presentations.
• Knowledge and/or experience interpreting and communicating data informed findings/results.
• Background in public health or public policy.
• Preference for individual with graphic design experience (using Piktochart or Canva) and able to develop infographics for social media campaigns.
• Position is remote but preference for individual that is located in the National Capital Region and able to be present at primary client site in Silver Spring, MD as needed as well as additional sites as needed (e.g., Defense Health Headquarters in Falls Church, VA).

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

• Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all eligible employees
• 401k – Vested immediately and 4% match
• Life insurance and disability paid by the company
• AFLAC Available
• Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
• 12 Paid Holidays

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