Senior Communications Manager, EHRM-IO Strategic CommunicationsDynamic Integrated Services (DIS) is seeking a Senior Communications Management Lead to oversee strategic communications operations in support of the Federal Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM-IO) initiative at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a senior, enterprise-facing leadership role. The successful candidate will help drive the operational management of the EHRM-IO communications portfolio, collaborate on strategic direction across workstreams, and ensure the team's output is coordinated, compliant, and aligned to VA and VHA priorities.
This position is hybrid (3+ days/week onsite), based in Washington, DC, with travel as needed.
What a DIS Team Member Looks Like- A strategic operator who can see across an enterprise-wide portfolio and set direction, not just execute individual deliverables.
- A convergent thinker who solves complex problems and manages ambiguity under pressure.
- A proven leader who can run day-to-day operations for a communications function, including reporting cadence, cross-team coordination, and quality control.
- A curious, policy-literate professional who understands how EHR implementations move through a large federal health system.
- A confident advisor who can engage stakeholders across the full hierarchy, from frontline program staff to senior VA and VHA leadership.
Essential DutiesStrategic and enterprise-wide leadership- Serve as a co-lead for EHRM-IO communications, collaborating on strategic direction across all active workstreams and ensuring alignment with VA and VHA enterprise priorities.
- Own operations management for the EHRM-IO communications function, including reporting cadence, work intake, prioritization, and cross-team coordination.
- Advise senior government stakeholders on communications strategy for EHR implementation and adoption at national scale.
- Identify risks to campaign execution and drive resolution before they affect delivery.
Program and project management- Manage the full lifecycle of EHRM-IO communications products, from planning through delivery, across multiple concurrent workstreams.
- Maintain and improve operational infrastructure, including status reporting, work logs, and dashboards used to track team output and progress.
- Coordinate across internal teams and government points of contact to keep deliverables on schedule and within scope.
- Collaborate on implementation and enforcement of quality standards and editorial consistency across all EHRM-IO communications products.
Communications execution and oversight- Develop and oversee execution of strategic communications plans supporting EHR implementation and EHRM adoption.
- Guide development of communications materials, including plans, fact sheets, talking points, web content, and campaign assets, ensuring consistency with branding and compliance standards.
- Direct research and data analysis efforts (qualitative and quantitative) to inform communications strategy and measure effectiveness.
- Lead internal team and client meetings and serve as a primary point of contact for communications operations discussions.
Required Experience and Qualifications- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred, in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
- 10+ years of professional communications experience, including demonstrated leadership managing teams or complex communications portfolios.
- Direct experience supporting EHR (Electronic Health Records) or EHRM (Electronic Health Records Modernization) initiatives.
- Direct experience working with or supporting VA or the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
- Demonstrated strong project management skills, with a track record of managing multiple concurrent workstreams and deliverables against deadlines.
- Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US for any employer; sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Preference given to qualified Veteran candidates.
Preferred Experience and Qualifications- Prior experience at a federal government contractor, consulting firm, or PR/marketing agency supporting VA or another federal health agency.
- Direct experience supporting strategic communications efforts across VA or one of its three administrations.
- Change Management certification or PMP (Project Management Professional).
- Experience building or managing reporting infrastructure (dashboards, communications logs, status tracking systems).
Physical and Cognitive RequirementsReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
**Physical**- Frequently required to sit and work at a desk/computer for extended periods, up to 8 hours a day.
- Required to talk and hear while performing job responsibilities.
- Repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement for computer and office equipment use.
- Close vision required.
**Cognitive**- Ability to learn new tasks quickly.
- Ability to maintain focus and complete tasks independently.
- Ability to retain and apply complex processes.
- Ability to complete tasks under speed or productivity quotas.
Salary is commensurate with experience. 
