Director of Strategic Communications & Government ProgramsLocation: Dublin, Ga / Remote (Periodic Travel Required)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
What You Will DoAs Director of Strategic Communications & Government Programs, you will:
- Develop and lead strategic communications, branding, marketing, and outreach initiatives.
- Serve as the organization's subject matter expert on government socioeconomic programs, including SBA 8(a), HUBZone, SAM registration, and related certifications.
- Advise executive leadership on government contracting strategies, procurement opportunities, regulatory requirements, and market trends.
- Build and strengthen relationships with government agencies, contracting officials, tribal organizations, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders.
- Support business development, capture planning, and proposal strategy through executive-level guidance and strategic recommendations.
- Represent the organization at conferences, industry events, outreach activities, and government engagement opportunities.
- Help position GovStrive for continued growth and success across government markets.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in communications, government programs, government contracting, marketing, business development, or a related field.
- Knowledge of SBA 8(a), HUBZone, SAM registration, and other government socioeconomic programs.
- Understanding of government procurement processes and business development practices.
- Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and relationship management skills.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience managing SBA certifications or government small business programs.
- Experience supporting federal business development, capture planning, or proposal efforts.
- Knowledge of Native American communities, tribal governments, and tribal economic development initiatives.
- Experience working in or supporting government contracting environments.
What Success Looks Like- Successful candidates will help strengthen GovStrive's market presence, maintain compliance with critical government programs and certifications, foster strategic partnerships, and provide executive leadership with actionable insights that drive organizational growth and long-term success.
