Chief, Communications Officer

At Credence, we support our clients’ mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for war-fighters and secure our nation for a better future.

We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.

Credence has an upcoming need for a Chief Communication's Officer to be head of communications will lead and manage Biomedical and Healthcare communication strategies, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission to advance scientific knowledge and public health. This role involves overseeing internal and external communications, public relations, and media interactions to effectively convey federal initiatives and research outcomes to diverse audiences, including policymakers, scientists, healthcare professionals, and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communication Leadership Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that promote federal agency mission, research advancements, and public health initiatives.
• Media Relations Serve as the primary spokesperson for, fostering relationships with media outlets to ensure accurate and widespread coverage of agencies work.
• Content Development Oversee the creation of press releases, speeches, reports, and digital content that effectively communicate complex scientific information to the public and key stakeholders.
• Crisis Communication The Lead Communications person should response during public health emergencies, ensuring timely and transparent dissemination of critical information.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Coordinate with federal agencies, Congress, the White House, and other government institutions to support agency initiatives and maintain intergovernmental collaboration.
• Engage with the Senate, House committees, and other policymakers to effectively communicate the research priorities and policy recommendations.
• Foster partnerships with scientific and public health organizations, advocacy groups, and international health agencies to enhance global impact.
• Internal Communications Ensure clear, consistent, and effective communication to strengthen employee engagement and alignment with agency goals

Internal Communications Ensure clear, consistent, and effective communication to strengthen employee engagement and alignment with agency goals

• Strategic Communication Leadership Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that promotes the biomedical mission, research advancements, and public health initiatives.
• Media Relations Serve as the primary spokesperson fostering relationships with media outlets to ensure accurate and widespread coverage.
• Content Development Oversee the creation of press releases, speeches, reports, and digital content that effectively communicate complex scientific information to the public and key stakeholders.
• Crisis Communication Lead communication response professional during public health emergencies, ensuring timely and transparent dissemination of critical information.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Coordinate with federal agencies, Congress, the White House, and other government institutions to support federal client initiatives and maintain intergovernmental collaboration.
• Engage with the Senate, House committees, and other policymakers to effectively communicate research priorities and policy recommendations.
• Foster partnerships with scientific and public health organizations, advocacy groups, and international health agencies to enhance global impact.

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 10years of demonstrated experience in communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a government health agency, research institution, or similar organization.
• Skills
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have expertise in digital media platforms and emerging communication technologies.
• Must have demonstrated and proven experience in crisis communication management.
• Strong ability to simplify and convey complex scientific and public health information to broad audiences.
• Experience engaging with policymakers and federal agencies on health-related communications.
• Preferred A strong understanding of biomedical research, public health policies, and the operational dynamics of federal health agencies.