Communications Specialist

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Job Description

The Communications Specialist is responsible for supporting all aspects of visual information-sharing products. This includes online news magazines, articles, news releases, speeches, scripts, and more. The role involves monitoring and administering the client's social media platforms and website presence, aiming to educate and often persuade diverse audiences regarding client functions and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write informational materials and presentations to educate and persuade diverse audiences
• Manage internal communications using both modern and traditional mechanisms
• Analyze and develop effective methods and mediums for information dissemination, ensuring accuracy and quality
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of communication efforts to increase customer awareness
• Develop corporate communication strategies to engage with stakeholders
• Assist in developing messages and strategies from Senior Leadership
• Work cross-functionally to define key themes and objectives for effective communication
• Assist in developing external communications
• Coordinate with relevant offices and staff to maintain communication standards

Here's What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for education
• Minimum of 2+ years working with digital communications; 4+ years preferred
• Knowledge of communication principles and methods, including legal guidelines like libel and copyright laws
• Proficiency in software applications for web design, content creation, and communication products
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong writing and grammar proficiency
• Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and maintain attention to detail

Security Requirements

• TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance required

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed Final date to receive applications.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$115,200 - $214,400 USD

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