The Senior Strategic Communications & Outreach Manager leads the development, execution, and oversight of enterprise-wide communication and outreach activities. This role manages the creation, coordination, and dissemination of communication products including newsletters, digital publications, social media content, videos, and other web-based messaging to ensure effective engagement across a large, distributed workforce The manager oversees editorial planning, writing, and quality control for major publications and recurring communication products, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with leadership priorities.
Responsibilities include
- Maintaining and updating websites, digital platforms, and outreach channels to support continuous workforce engagement.
- Coordinating messaging for workforce development and training initiatives, working closely with subject matter experts to translate technical or policy information into clear, accessible communication products.
- Support the planning and execution of high‑visibility events such as executive forums, conferences, and development sessions by preparing communication materials, messaging plans, and logistical support.
- Tracking communication metrics, evaluating user engagement, and providing data-driven recommendations to enhance visibility and improve outreach effectiveness, consistent with marketing and performance requirements.
- Ensures editorial excellence, brand consistency, and compliance with relevant DoW communication, publishing, and digital standards.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications
- Master’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a closely related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, editorial management, or related fields, including experience producing large-scale publications and enterprise-level messaging.
- Experience supporting or working with the Department of Defense or other large federal organizations, with familiarity in DoW communication processes and standards.
- Strong background in editorial standards, brand management, and multi-platform content creation across print, digital, and multimedia environments.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with senior leaders, technical experts, and cross-functional teams to develop and refine messaging.
- Advanced writing, editing, planning, and quality‑control skills appropriate for developing high-visibility communication products.
- Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one (requires US Citizenship)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading communications in federal, defense, or large enterprise environments.
- Background producing newsletters, magazines, or digital communication product.
- Experience supporting major events, executive sessions, or conferences.
- Familiarity with DoD branding, visual information guidelines, accessibility/Section 508 standards, and digital publication compliance.
- Experience with content management systems, SharePoint, web updates, and collaboration platforms used in federal environments.
- Ability to analyze communication metrics, track engagement trends, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of workforce development or training communications.
OverviewExclusively focused on the Government, Kearney & Company provides financial services, including auditing, consulting, and technology services. Our commitment to our employees and clients as well as to dedication and trust, critical values to our Firm, have led to Kearney’s recognition as one of the leading accounting firms in the country. Based on our employees’ feedback, we are also consistently rated a Best Place to Work. Employment at Kearney means a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment. We hope it is your “first easy decision.” Learn more at www.kearneyco.com/careers." ,"
The expected salary range for this position is between $103,000 and $180,000. This range is representative of base pay only and does not include straight time pay for hours worked over 40 per week, company contributions towards paid benefits, and/or bonuses. Actual compensation (meeting or exceeding the range) will bedeterminedbased on specific experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factorspermittedby law. This position is eligible for bonuses (when applicable).
We also offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
- Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances
- Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
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