Strategic Communications Specialist, Health Services Portfolio (Remote) - GovCIO
Govcio • United States
No Relocation
Posted: August 1, 2026
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Responsibilities
- Assess and route communications requests by reviewing incoming needs, recommending appropriate communications strategies, facilitating discussion with requestors, and driving actions through completion.
- Develop and distribute clear, concise, plain-language communications tailored to stakeholder needs across internal and external audiences.
- Produce executive-level content such as slide decks, emails, newsletters, video scripts, talking points, and key messages that support leadership objectives.
- Create a wide range of digital content including newsletters, weekly emails, videos, infographics, presentations, SharePoint pages, and Microsoft Teams posts.
- Design and analyze communications surveys, assisting in the creation, distribution, and analysis of annual surveys to inform messaging and improve effectiveness.
- Coordinate and support executive engagements, including Town Halls, Executive Briefings, and Monthly Syncs, by preparing materials, ensuring objectives are met, and facilitating a smooth experience for participants.
- Maintain and enhance SharePoint sites by updating content, improving usability, creating new pages, and retiring outdated materials to keep information organized and accessible.
- Contribute to organizational storytelling by reinforcing the Health Services narrative consistently across communication channels.
- Monitor trends and best practices in internal communications to recommend improvements to tools, processes, and strategies.
- Ensure compliance and brand consistency, confirming all content adheres to VA and OIT branding guidelines and complies with Section 508 accessibility requirements.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Resource Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related field, and 5–7 years of related experience.
- An additional 8–10 years of relevant experience may be substituted for education.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment within government, consulting, or a large organization.
- Demonstrated ability to develop communication plans that support organizational priorities, change management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to anticipate and assess communication needs, identify gaps, and propose actionable strategies.
- Experience supporting leadership or executives with communications materials.
- Experience translating complex or technical information into accessible, plain-language messaging.
- Proven ability to create compelling digital content such as graphics, videos, and SharePoint pages.
- Strong facilitation, coordination, and meeting-support skills.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Experience
- Familiarity with VA and OIT branding guidelines and Section 508 accessibility requirements.
- Proficiency with communications and collaboration tooling (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, email distribution platforms, survey tools, and graphic/video production software).
- Experience supporting internal communications and employee engagement programs in a federal health IT environment, such as VA, DoD, HHS, or CMS.
- Experience designing, distributing, and analyzing communications surveys to measure effectiveness.
If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:
- During the Interview Process
- Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team Camera must be on A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
During the Interview Process
- Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
- Camera must be on
- A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
During the Interview Process Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team Camera must be on A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
- During the Hiring Process
- Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening Background check, to include: Criminal history (past 7 years) Verification of your highest level of education Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
During the Hiring Process
- Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
- Background check, to include:
- Criminal history (past 7 years) Verification of your highest level of education Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
Background check, to include:
- Criminal history (past 7 years)
- Verification of your highest level of education
- Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate Discounts
- Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
- Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
- Referral Bonus Program
- Internal Mobility Program
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible Work Environment