What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Engagement Specialist position at Team b. Strategy +?
Strategic Engagement Specialist | Washington DC Hybrid
Who we are
We are an agile consulting firm that partners with federal clients to deliver strategic communications, training, and engagement solutions. We’re a collaborative, fast-moving team that thrives on strong relationships — both with our clients and with each other — and are focused on delivering thoughtful, high-quality work that makes an impact.
Role description
We are seeking an experienced Executive Strategic Communications Specialist to lead executive engagement and communications support for senior leadership. This role is ideal for a communications professional who excels at preparing executives for high-profile external engagements, shaping leadership messaging, and managing coordination across internal and external stakeholders.
This role focuses on executive readiness, message development, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring leadership is fully prepared for meetings, speaking engagements, panels, conferences, congressional interactions, industry engagements, and media-facing opportunities.
The ideal candidate possesses exceptional writing and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, critical thinking, and political acuity. We are looking for a strategic and highly organized professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, balances multiple priorities effectively, and demonstrates exceptional attention to detail while supporting high-visibility leadership engagements.
What you’ll be responsible for
- Draft and refine executive communications materials with a strong understanding of tone, audience, strategic intent and client mission and objectives
- Translate complex policy, technical, and organizational information into clear and compelling messaging
- Anticipate sensitive topics, reputational risks, and potential lines of questioning
- Coordinate messaging across communications, policy, legislative affairs, and program teams to ensure consistency and accuracy
- Support development of communication strategies for high-visibility initiatives and engagements
- Act as liaison between Federal leadership offices and external event organizers, conference staff, partner organizations, and government stakeholders
- Coordinate engagement logistics related to executive participation, including agendas, speaker requirements, briefing timelines, and follow-up actions
- Manage communications timelines and ensure all preparation materials are delivered accurately and on schedule
- Maintain executive engagement calendars, preparation trackers, and communications workflows as needed
- Support after-action reporting, lessons learned documentation, and executive follow-up communications
- Provide strategic counsel and recommendations to leadership regarding messaging approaches and stakeholder engagement opportunities
- Assist with onsite executive support and direction to ensure a smooth engagement experience
What you need to apply
- Local to the D.C, Maryland, or Virgina area - this is a hybrid position and requires two days a week in our Washington D.C. office space
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Demonstrated experience preparing senior executives or government leaders for external engagements and high-visibility interactions
- Exceptional writing, editing, and message development skills with the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences
- Strong understanding of executive communications protocols, stakeholder management, and organizational messaging alignment
- Experience coordinating across multiple senior stakeholders in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Ability to synthesize complex information quickly and produce polished executive-ready materials under tight timelines
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Proven ability to independently manage several projects simultaneously and to produce measurable results
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to travel up to 30% when necessary
- Have transferable clearance or ability to acquire a clearance
You’ll get extra credit for
- Experience with government contracts
- Advanced degree or certifications
- Background in energy security, grid resilience and cybersecurity
- Adept at learning several IT programs and software
- Graphic design skills
- Government security clearance
- Section 508 knowledge
What you’ll get in return
- Opportunity to contribute to a growing, energetic, and mission focused company
- Competitive salary
- Medical benefits
- 401k with 5% matching
- Generous paid time off package
- Training and continuing education opportunities
- Hybrid telework environment, requirement to be onsite two days a week
How to apply
- This part is important. Please email your resume to talent@teambstrategy.com. Along with all the usual info, your resume should include information about your background in strategic communication. Please include a cover letter that explains why you’re a good fit for the role.