Who We Are

DCG is a specialized, evidence-based communications and research firm focused on supporting federal clients with strategic public relations, marketing, outreach, and research and analysis services. With more than 14 years of experience dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in support of federal government campaigns, our focus is to deliver comprehensive communications services through cutting-edge technologies that enrich the lives of Americans. Our mission-driven work has covered critical topics like human trafficking awareness, mental health stigma reduction, suicide prevention, ending homelessness, veteran health, transportation safety, small business resources, and public diplomacy, to name a few. We believe smart communications has the power to change lives and this work is our passion.

Position Overview

DCG is seeking an experienced Strategic Communications professional to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Digital Health Office (DHO) and its initiatives to provide innovative health solutions for Veterans and their care teams. This is a unique opportunity to directly improve the efficacy of healthcare delivery to our nation's Veterans, and requires a person who is deeply committed to transforming federal programs through strategic communications and change initiatives. This executive-level communicator will facilitate crisis communication and field engagement support for the DHO, playing a key role in both internal and external deliverables.

Location

This is a hybrid role with a strong preference for candidates located within the Washington, DC Metro area who can attend in-person meetings as needed.

Responsibilities

Manage communications associated with major change initiatives
Collaborate with senior and executive-level federal leadership to calibrate project requirements, present plans, share status updates, and earn trust in providing strategic communications support
Develop and execute integrated communications plans through digital and traditional media, including planning timelines, determining relevant deliverables, and identifying measurements of success
Contribute as needed to key deliverables such as press releases, presentations, social media, talking points, newsletters, web copy, and fact sheets
Ensure continuity of messaging across initiatives and in alignment with Department style guides
This role may require some domestic travel

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in relevant field
6 years' experience in stakeholder assessment and field engagement and execution at the executive level, including exceptional written communication skills
Demonstrated VA field experience, along with internal and external communication experience in VA health care (EHRM, MAHSO, ICR, DHO)
Knowledge and experience delivering executive communications for VHA programs
Experience in healthcare innovation related activities with knowledge of project operations and developing procedures, planning and direct execution of the technical, programming, maintenance and administrative support efforts
Experience with managing healthcare innovation projects with a focus on clinical and operational outcomes
Knowledge of human centered design and digital product management
Ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously while effectively managing deadlines and communicating across internal and external teams
Change management communication and strategy experience strongly desired, to include familiarity with ADKAR methodology

Culture at DCG

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Benefits Snapshot

A range of comprehensive healthcare plans, encompassing medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with group life coverage. The firm covers 60% of the premium cost for employees and all dependents.
401(k) retirement plan with a fully vested 4% corporate match
Annual monetary supplement toward mental and physical wellbeing, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
100% Paid Family Bonding for all new parents (including adoption), in addition to STD/LTD
$1,000 family expansion benefit to offset costs often uncovered with medical plans: fertility treatment, adoption, and surrogacy.
Generous paid time off including paid federal holidays.
Annual $1,600 professional development stipend
$300 annual cash benefit to be used on a variety of wellness perks such as massage, gym memberships, equipment, and more.

*Note that the above benefits are available only to full-time employees of DCG*

All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without regard to personal characteristics or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local law to include Veteran or disability status. DCG does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind in the workplace, and we are committed to fostering a corporate culture that respects and values differences of thought informed by unique experiences.

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