Senior Communications Writer/Editor at ANSER in Bethesda, Maryland

Job Description:

Company Overview:

Analytic Services, Inc. (ANSER) enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service

Position Overview:

The Senior Communications Writer / Editor will lead the creation and distribution of newsletters tailored to diverse audiences, including general organizational stakeholders, government officials, and leadership.

Day to day responsibilities:

• Create newsletters for different audiences, ensuring each is tailored to their specific communication needs with the appropriate level of detail and frequency.
• Develop and implement communication strategies based on stakeholder input. Recommend timelines and delivery methods, ensuring accessibility and alignment with organizational standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather insights and tailor content to meet audience expectations and requirements.
• Produce and deliver digital newsletters in accessible formats, such as PDF or Word files, ensuring content is appropriately classified and visually appealing.
• Oversee the design and visualization aspects of newsletters, ensuring that graphics, layouts, and visual elements enhance the overall communication and engagement.
• Develop and manage a project schedule outlining deliverables and timelines, ensuring high standards of professionalism and quality.
• Review and edit communication products for accuracy, consistency, and clarity, maintaining a polished and professional tone.
• Provide ongoing communication support, including the preparation and dissemination of newsletters for different audiences.
• Utilize tools such as MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and collaboration platforms to effectively create, manage, and distribute content.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 18 years' progressive relevant experience. Will consider 10 years of relevant and progressive experience with a master's degree or 24 years' relevant and progressive experience with no degree.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Demonstrated experience in developing and editing communication products, with a focus on newsletters and audience engagement.
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing the design and visual elements of communication products to ensure they are engaging and effective.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with stakeholders to tailor communication strategies.
• Proven ability to manage communication projects from inception to delivery, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outputs.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and collaboration tools for content creation and distribution.

Disclaimer:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail Recruiting@anser.org.

ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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