Strategic Communications/ Change Management Specialist

Ignite Digital is seeking a motivated Strategic Communications / Change Management Specialist to support a U.S. Navy project in the Norfolk, VA area. This specialist will play a key role in helping Navy stakeholders understand, adopt, and operationalize organizational initiatives by developing clear communication strategies and supporting structured change management activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, execution, and refinement of strategic communication plans supporting Navy organizational initiatives.
• Support senior team members in implementing change management activities aligned with project goals and stakeholder needs.
• Create clear, concise written materials including communication plans, leadership messaging, presentations, newsletters, talking points, and briefing content.
• Contribute to change impact assessments, stakeholder analyses, engagement plans, and readiness activities.
• Help coordinate communication efforts across cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment.
• Track communication deliverables, manage documentation, and maintain organized artifacts for project transparency.
• Collaborate in a team-focused environment to support the adoption of new processes, systems, and organizational changes.
• Assist in communication metrics, feedback processes, and continuous improvement activities related to change adoption.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in communications, public affairs, organizational change management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of communication principles, audience segmentation, and message development.
• Familiarity with change management methodologies such as ADKAR, Prosci, or similar frameworks.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with keen attention to detail and clarity.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment supporting government stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Security Clearance:

• Active DoW SECRET clearance required.

Salary: $75k+ to align with education and experience.