Communication Strategist

Position Overview:

The Communication Strategist – Associate/Intermediate will support the U.S. Army Office of the Chief of Public Affairs (OCPA) remotely by contributing to the development, coordination, and implementation of strategic communication plans, messaging frameworks, and outreach initiatives. This role serves as a mid-level contributor, providing direct support to senior communication strategists, program managers, and Army leadership on a variety of mission-critical projects.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strong writing skills, campaign planning knowledge, and familiarity with military communication environments. The strategist will be expected to develop messaging tailored to target audiences, support multi-platform communication efforts, and contribute to stakeholder engagement strategies that align with Army values and priorities.

Core Responsibilities:

Strategic Communication Support

• Assist in the development of short-, mid-, and long-term communication plans aligned with OCPA objectives and Army priorities
• Draft messaging frameworks, key messages, and audience segmentation strategies for internal and external campaigns
• Support synchronization of communication efforts across multiple OCPA divisions and Army stakeholders
  
  

Campaign Planning & Execution

• Provide tactical support for Army communication campaigns, including planning documents, content calendars, and campaign briefs
• Help identify opportunities for message amplification across traditional, digital, and community engagement platforms
• Coordinate with writers, designers, and digital teams to align content with strategic messaging objectives
  
  

Research & Analysis

• Conduct background research on Army programs, initiatives, and audience segments to inform planning efforts
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment to identify messaging opportunities and challenges
• Support campaign performance analysis and recommendations for refinement
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Assist in developing communication materials and talking points for Army leaders and public-facing events
• Support outreach to key stakeholders such as community organizations, veterans groups, military families, and partner agencies
  
  

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, Political Science, or related field
  
  

Experience:

• 3–6 years of experience in communication planning, campaign support, or public affairs, preferably within a military, federal, or public sector environment
• Experience supporting strategic messaging or audience engagement for large-scale organizations
  
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt messages to diverse audiences
• Familiarity with Army structure, values, and communication protocols preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of collaboration tools such as Teams, SharePoint, or Asana
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
  
  

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience working on military or federal communications initiatives
• Understanding of Army strategic priorities such as modernization, readiness, and integrated deterrence
• Familiarity with social media platforms, digital content planning, and communication metrics
  
  

Key Outcomes:

• Timely, accurate, and effective support for Army communication plans and messaging strategies
• Well-developed messaging content and campaign materials that reflect Army values and mission
• Aligned, synchronized communication outputs that contribute to Army OCPA’s strategic impact across audiences
  
  

Location: Remote (with occasional in-person meetings at the direction of OCPA)

Clearance Required: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)

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