Communications Director jobs in District of Columbia

DCG Communications (DCG) is seeking a motivated Program Manager (Director) to join our anticipated client team that will provide project management and communications activities on behalf of the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Office of Nursing Services (ONS). You will lead a team developing and editing content on behalf of VA’s Nursing Workforce Strategic Plan planning and implementation efforts. You will oversee a diverse team providing communications and technical writing and editing support, project managers each responsible for a unique workstream, as well as technical staff (web and SharePoint) and a subject matter expert (SME). 

The Program Manager will be responsible for providing comprehensive support services to the Project Management Office (PMO) and related project-level activities.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Develop a Project Management Plan (PMP) showcasing our approach, timeline, and deliverables to be used in the execution of the contract, and in compliance with the client's guidelines and best practices.
• Assist the Government in implementing disciplined, comprehensive, and flexible program and project management processes, including monitoring of project metrics, rigorous risk management, and prompt reporting on Government-approved cost, schedule, performance, and risk baseline. 
• Conduct an initial Maturity Assessment of the overall project; reconduct the assessment every six (6) months
• Maintain (or re-develop if appropriate) existing roadmap and update monthly.
• Maintain and update Key Performance Indicator (KPI) dashboard and identify new metrics as applicable.

Location: At DCG the majority of our team members, including this role, are remote. With over 100 employees based in 28 states (and counting!), DCG is committed to hiring talented employees across the United States. The selected candidate will work during DCG’s core Eastern Standard Time business hours. 

Position Requirements:

• Master’s degree
• PMP certification
• 10 years of  Project Management experience supporting a large corporation or government agency.
• 2 years' experience in clinical operations, preferably in the nursing field.  
• Proven experience autonomously overseeing a large federal program with the ability to effectively manage contract financials. 
• Proven ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams toward shared objectives through clear communication, and strategic planning, while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment
• Excels at building strong client relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

What’s in it for you? 

DCG prides itself on having a unique and flexible culture. We value hard-working, self-motivated and dedicated employees and are committed to providing an opportunity for tremendous career growth and earning potential. 

Learn more about our unique culture here:

• DCG Life Medium Blog: https://medium.com/dcg-life
• DCG Life Instagram: @dcglife

Why you’ll love it here: 

• Market competitive pay.
• A variety of rich healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as group life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement with 4% corporate match and immediate vesting upon enrollment.
• Annual monetary supplement toward mental and physical wellbeing, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 100% Paid Family Bonding for all new parents (including adoption), short-term, and long-term disability. Family planning benefit towards fertility planning and treatment, adoption, and surrogacy.
• Generous paid time off including 11 paid federal holidays 
• DCG offers a wide variety of growth and development opportunities such as internal learning & development programs and professional development for those seeking to further their professional growth. Additionally, this spring marks our 7th annual Mentorship Program where team members are thoughtfully paired up for three months to learn or expand their skills and apply them on the job. 
• Check out our blog that highlights the benefits we offer to our employees and their families; dive in further to the blog to get a better sense of DCG company culture!

About us: 

DCG Communications (DCG) is a specialized communications consultancy focused on developing influential communications programs to help clients build their brands and enhance their reputations. A majority of our work is with the federal government and we currently support a number of long-term projects with the following agencies: Departments of Veterans Affairs, Defense, State, Homeland Security, Housing & Urban Development, Small Business Administration, U.S. Coast Guard, BBG, and more. 

DCG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.