ICF Next

Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

ICF Next$74K — $125K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in partner engagement or operations
  • U.S. citizenship is required for this position
  • Active DOD security clearance is necessary
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
  • Experience with federal government clients, especially DHS or national security agencies

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary contact for partner and stakeholder engagement
  • Maintain relationships with private sector partners
  • Manage communications with partners including inquiries and requests
  • Coordinate information-sharing activities and updates
  • Monitor and track partner engagement requests
  • Collaborate with internal teams for operational planning
  • Assist in developing partner communications and materials

Benefits

  • In-person work on client site in Arlington, VA
  • Opportunity to engage with federal and private sector partnerships
  • Support for professional development within a mission-driven environment
  • Dynamic work environment requiring frequent coordination with stakeholders
  • Potential for career advancement in stakeholder engagement or program management
Full Job Description
The Stakeholder Engagement Specialist will support relationship management and operational coordination with public and private sector partners. The role focuses on maintaining partner communications, facilitating information sharing, supporting operational engagement activities, and ensuring timely coordination across internal teams and external stakeholders. The position also supports daily operations management, partner outreach, and program management duties as needed.

Work Location

In-person work will be conducted on the client site in Arlington, VA. Candidates must be located in the National Capital Region and able to work in person up to several times per week.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serves as a primary point of contact for partner engagement and stakeholder coordination activities
  • Supports ongoing relationships with private sector partners
  • Manages partner communications, including inbox monitoring, responding to inquiries, and routing requests to appropriate internal teams
  • Coordinates information-sharing activities, including partner notifications, updates, and operational messaging
  • Tracks partner engagement activities, requests, and follow-ups to ensure timely responses and continuity of operations
  • Collaborates with internal teams to support operational planning, stakeholder briefings, and engagement events
  • Assists with the development, coordination, and dissemination of partner-facing products, communications, and materials


What You Will Need
  • 5+ years of related professional experience in partner engagement, stakeholder management, operations, or program support
  • U.S. citizenship (as required by the federal government for this position)
  • Active DOD security clearance required


Preferred Skills/Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Experience supporting a federal government client
  • Background in stakeholder engagement, partner coordination, or program operations
  • Experience working in a mission-driven, operational environment


Successful Candidates Will Have
  • High attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage professionally with senior-level stakeholders
  • Experience supporting federal government partners, with preference for DHS or other national security agencies
  • Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple partner requests simultaneously
  • A customer service orientation with strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
  • The ability to work effectively with government and contractor team members in a hybrid environment
  • Experience managing partner communications, engagement tracking, and operational coordination efforts
  • Comfortable working across varied workstreams and the ability to proactively identify needs, anticipate challenges, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment


Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$74,090.00 - $125,954.00

Virginia Client Office (VA88)

About ICF Next

ICF Next is a global marketing and communications agency that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including healthcare, energy, and transportation. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia. ICF Next offers a comprehensive suite of services, including branding, digital marketing, public relations, and social media management. The company has a strong reputation for delivering innovative and effective solutions that help its clients achieve their business objectives. ICF Next is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and it has received numerous awards for its work in these areas.
Learn more about ICF Next
Size
8,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$54.9 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+5.6%
Revenue
$1.5 billion
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