The posting
Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.
We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives.
Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.
Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.
Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:
- Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
- Education stipends and referral bonuses
- Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
- Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
- Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
- Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth
Ignite Digital is seeking a motivated Strategic Communications / Change Management Specialist to support a U.S. Navy project in the Norfolk, VA area. This specialist will play a key role in helping Navy stakeholders understand, adopt, and operationalize organizational initiatives by developing clear communication strategies and supporting structured change management activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development, execution, and refinement of strategic communication plans supporting Navy organizational initiatives.
- Support senior team members in implementing change management activities aligned with project goals and stakeholder needs.
- Create clear, concise written materials including communication plans, leadership messaging, presentations, newsletters, talking points, and briefing content.
- Contribute to change impact assessments, stakeholder analyses, engagement plans, and readiness activities.
- Help coordinate communication efforts across cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment.
- Track communication deliverables, manage documentation, and maintain organized artifacts for project transparency.
- Collaborate in a team-focused environment to support the adoption of new processes, systems, and organizational changes.
- Assist in communication metrics, feedback processes, and continuous improvement activities related to change adoption.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 2+ years of experience in communications, public affairs, organizational change management, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of communication principles, audience segmentation, and message development.
- Familiarity with change management methodologies such as ADKAR, Prosci, or similar frameworks.
- Excellent writing and editing skills with keen attention to detail and clarity.
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment supporting government stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Security Clearance:
- Active DoW SECRET clearance required.
Salary: $75k+ to align with education and experience.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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