Executive Speech Writer - Active Secret Clearance Required

Executive Speech Writer

Secret clearance - will be upgraded to TS/SCI

Falls Church, VA, Hybrid

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ALTA IT is seeking an Executive Speech Writer with a current/active Secret clearance and be upgradable TS/SCI to support our government customer in Falls Church, VA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Speech Writing for Speaking Events:
• Draft, edit, and finalize speeches for CDAO, PDCDO and Executive Director for various events such as conferences, ceremonies, and public addresses.
• Ensure speeches are tailored to the audience, occasion, and strategic objectives of the CDAO.
• Support for Senior Leaders Engagements:
• Prepare remarks and talking points for senior leaders engagements, including dinners, office calls, and international meetings.
• Develop content for informal and formal settings, ensuring consistency in messaging and tone.
• Research and Analysis:
• Conduct thorough research on relevant topics, current events, and audience demographics to inform speech content.
• Analyze feedback and outcomes from previous speeches to continuously improve the quality and impact of communications.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
• Work closely with senior leaders, CDAO Strategic Engagement Lead, Public Affairs Officer, and other stakeholders to gather input and ensure alignment with CDAO priorities.
• Coordinate with event organizers to understand the context and requirements of each engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated research, critical thinking, and oral and written communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively on teams contributing to multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-intensity, team-oriented environment.
• Strong facilitation skills and the ability to build relationships and interface with senior-level leaders across the organization.
• Positive can-do attitude, willingness to take initiative, and ability to quickly adapt to the evolving needs of the team.
• Strong proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook application skills.
• Desired Skills:
• Prior federal government, professional services, or federal contracting experience
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science concepts, methodology, and techniques.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor s degree in a relevant field, such as public policy, economics, statistics, business, data science, or industrial/organizational psychology (master s degree in in related field preferred)
• Security Pre-Requisite:
• To be considered, must have a CURRENT/ACTIVE TOP SECRET security clearance and be upgradable to TOP SECRET/SCI.

OFFICE LOCATION AND TRAVEL:

• Hybrid Remote with an office in Falls Church or Arlington, VA
• Travel on an as-needed and as-required basis to fulfill mission objectives
• Minimum travel as scheduled for team-related activities and status updates (Falls Church or Arlington, VA or Pentagon)

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