Senior Consultant, Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Communications
Guidehouse · Arlington, VA · 1 wk ago
On-siteConsulting$98k–$163k/yrFull-time
Travel Required: Up to 10%. Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
What You Will Do
- Design and execute stakeholder engagement strategies that support federal programs, initiatives, and organizational objectives.
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate webinars, workshops, listening sessions, focus groups, and stakeholder engagement forums.
- Develop strategic communications products, including newsletters, briefing materials, email campaigns, presentations, and outreach materials.
- Translate complex policies, procedures, and technical information into clear, accessible stakeholder-facing communications.
- Support conference participation and external engagement efforts through development of messaging, presentations, and communications strategies.
- Analyze stakeholder feedback and engagement metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Develop dashboards, performance reports, and continuous improvement recommendations that enhance program effectiveness and stakeholder experience.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- 5 years of consulting, communications, stakeholder engagement, public affairs, or program support experience.
- Experience planning and facilitating meetings, workshops, webinars, or stakeholder engagement activities.
- Exceptional written communication and editing skills.
- Experience developing professional communications products for executive, technical, and public-facing audiences.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to derive insights from stakeholder feedback and engagement data.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and interacting directly with clients and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex topics clearly and effectively.
What Would Be Nice To Have
- Experience supporting federal government clients.
- Experience developing communications strategies, outreach campaigns, or stakeholder engagement plans.
- Experience supporting grants programs, technical assistance programs, or public sector initiatives.
- Familiarity with webinar platforms, virtual event management, and adult learning principles.
- Experience developing newsletters, GovDelivery campaigns, or digital communications products.
- Experience using Power BI or similar tools to analyze engagement trends and performance metrics.
- Experience supporting transportation, infrastructure, community development, or human services programs.
- Understanding of change management, customer experience, or human-centered service delivery approaches.
Pay
The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00 - $163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.