Principal Consultant, Strategic Communications

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Consultant, Strategic Communications based in United States.

As a Principal Consultant, Strategic Communications, you will lead high-impact program management and strategic communications initiatives supporting innovative technology evaluation programs within a federal environment. In this remote role, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders, facilitate executive-level meetings and workshops, and help shape strategic planning efforts across complex, multi-organizational initiatives. Your expertise in program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and executive communications will drive informed decision-making and successful program execution. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced consultant who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative settings and enjoys translating complex technical information into clear, actionable insights. This position is contingent upon contract award.

• Lead strategic planning, program coordination, and facilitation activities for complex, multi-stakeholder technology evaluation initiatives.
• Plan and facilitate executive meetings, technical committee sessions, innovation workshops, and strategic planning events, ensuring productive collaboration and alignment among stakeholders.
• Develop executive-ready briefings, strategic communications, meeting summaries, and reports that clearly communicate program progress, outcomes, and recommendations.
• Support technology evaluation and selection processes by coordinating vendor presentations and facilitating structured decision-making activities.
• Oversee project closeout activities by verifying completion of deliverables, organizing documentation, and capturing lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
• Prepare and manage recurring program reports, providing leadership with timely updates on milestones, budgets, risks, and upcoming priorities.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration across federal agencies, technical experts, and program leadership to ensure consistent program execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale programs and providing strategic oversight within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Proven background supporting federal programs and coordinating with government agencies, national laboratories, or similar organizations.
• Strong facilitation skills with experience leading executive meetings, workshops, strategic planning sessions, and stakeholder engagements.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, executive-level materials.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, including managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while maintaining exceptional communication and accountability.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.
• Competitive and negotiable compensation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Recognition and employee rewards programs.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.