Description ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our core values include Embracing Difference; we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces, and hires dimensions of difference. @ ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo. We’re currently hiring a Senior Communications Specialist to provide communications and outreach support for client(s) SBIR/STTR program(s). The ICF team provides communications and marketing support to various federal agencies. Our work includes message development, collateral development, social media, stakeholder engagement, email marketing, and ongoing evaluation of efforts. The SBIR program is a congressionally mandated set-aside program for domestic small business concerns to engage in Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) that has the potential for commercialization. ***Hybrid work arrangement*** **Key Responsibilities:** + Research and maintain a comprehensive contact database of local and regional stakeholders. + Cultivate and maintain bidirectional relationships with key stakeholders including state bio associations, small business accelerators, etc. to share best practices and lessons learned and ensure community needs are met + Lead the development of innovative strategies and solutions to foster interactive collaboration and communications with the biotech community on critical issues for success + Build and manage a private online community to engage with key stakeholders, facilitate peer learning, and foster positive relationships + Develop and execute biomedical research marketing and communication plans and strategies. + Ensure communication tasks are delivered in a strategic way to benefit the client and intended audiences. + Ensure all projects meet internal and external deadlines. + Manage and track client deliverables and deadlines using SharePoint, Trello, Teams, and other project management tools. + Review and approve agendas, briefings, presentations, and other communications tools. + Effectively organize and communicate ideas for maximum impact. + Provide subject matter expertise in the area of communications and messaging. + Employ the full range of communications tools including digital, web, social, visual, presentations, and videos. **Required Qualifications:** + 10+ years experience in communications + 5+ years experience in project management + 1+ year of experience in SBIR Programs, STTR, or incubator and/or accelerator coordinator experience **Preferred Qualifications:** + Federal government/public health experience **Professional Skills:** + Excellent oral and written communication skills + High-level of organization and attention to detail + Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams as well as digital platforms including WebEx, Drupal, GovDelivery, Slack, etc. **Working at ICF** ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  Read more about  workplace discrimination righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the  Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. **Candidate AI Usage Policy** At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  candidateaccommodation@icf.com . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.   **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: $89,203.00 - $151,646.00 Maryland Client Office (MD88)