Location: Hybrid – Vienna, VA
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Work type: Full-time
Compensation: DOE
Location: Hybrid – Vienna, VA
This role influences culture, drives transformation, and ensures employees are informed, inspired, and equipped to adapt to change. The Director leads the internal communication and change management functions, setting direction, managing resources, and mentoring team members. Responsibilities include crisis communication planning, change communication strategies, and executive visibility programs. This position has a specialized skill set and proficiency with procedures and analysis techniques and generally reports to AVP or other functional executive.
**Responsibilities**
Define and lead communications and change strategies aligned with business priorities. Advise executive leadership on communication and change management best practices and messaging. Establish KPIs for communication and change effectiveness. Lead enterprise wide change and transformation communication initiatives. Oversee communication governance, tools, and platforms. Manage budgets, vendors, and cross functional communication teams. Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, and stretch assignments to build technical and leadership bench strength. Champion a culture of continuous change readiness and support change management initiatives.
**Qualifications**
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Organization Development, Business, or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience. College/University degree and 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in communications, change management, organizational effectiveness, or a related field, including 8+ years of people leadership experience; or equivalent experience as a recognized subject matter expert leading enterprise wide communications and change initiatives. Proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving cultural alignment. Expertise in developing communication and change management strategies that encompass governance, quality, and accessibility to drive change management initiatives. Advanced understanding of communication and change management metrics, tools, and technologies. Exceptional leadership, storytelling, and strategic planning capabilities. Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage diverse teams, fostering a collaborative culture. Exceptional ability to present complex analytical findings to senior executives and key stakeholders in a clear and impactful way. Ability to develop, implement, and assess long term strategies that align with organizational goals. Strong analytical thinking and problem solving capabilities to address complex business challenges. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with executives, stakeholders, and teams. Expertise in leading teams through organizational change while maintaining productivity, morale, and employee engagement. Ability to make informed, timely decisions that consider short and long term impacts on the organization. Proven ability to coach and develop team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
**Desired Qualifications**
Master's degree in Communications, Organization Development, Business, or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
**Hours**
Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30PM
Compensation: DOE