Ignite Digital is seeking a highly experienced Senior Strategic Communications/Change Management Specialist to lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide communication and change management strategies supporting a major U.S. Navy initiative in the Norfolk, VA area. The Senior Specialist will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, guiding the organization through large-scale change efforts and ensuring consistent, effective communication across all levels. The role also includes oversight of a team of communications and change management professionals, ensuring quality, alignment, and strategic coherence across all deliverables.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the development and execution of strategic communication and change management strategies across the organization.
- Provide expert counsel to senior Navy leadership and program stakeholders on communication approaches, change management strategies, and organizational impacts.
- Oversee, manage, and mentor a team of communication and change management professionals, ensuring high-quality outputs aligned with project goals.
- Guide the planning, creation, and dissemination of communication products to inform, engage, and support stakeholders throughout complex transformation initiatives.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure communication and change management activities complement technical, operational, and organizational objectives.
- Drive stakeholder engagement and adoption strategies for large-scale change initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience:- 10+ years of experience in strategic communications and/or change management.
- Proven experience leading large-scale organizational change initiatives.
- Demonstrated experience managing teams of communication and change professionals.
- Expert-level knowledge of communications principles and change management methodologies.
- Extensive experience designing and implementing successful enterprise communication and change management strategies within large organizations.
- Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire, influence, and persuade senior leaders.
- Excellent executive communication abilities, including briefing senior stakeholders and crafting strategic messaging.
Education & Certifications:- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
Security Clearance:- Active DoW SECRET clearance required.
Salary: $120k+ to align with education and experience.
