Senior Manager, Strategic Communications & PR
$115,000–$130,000 year
Remote · United States or Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Senior Manager, Strategic Communications & PR at GovExec leads strategic communications and executive positioning to elevate external visibility and market presence across the public sector. The role supports messaging frameworks, media outreach, thought leadership, and cross-functional collaboration with marketing, editorial, research, product, and sales. Responsibilities include developing narratives, preparing talking points and presentations, coordinating media interviews and awards submissions, managing reactive inquiries, and tracking earned media performance. The position requires strong writing and verbal skills, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and experience across government, defense, or public sector audiences. The role offers remote work with hybrid options in DC areas and includes partnerships across corporate communications, crisis management, and analytics to drive external visibility and strategic initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required
- 4 to 7+ years of experience in public relations, strategic communications, media relations, or executive communications
- Experience supporting B2B, media, technology, government, defense, or public sector organizations preferred
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
- 4 to 7+ years of experience in public relations, strategic communications, media relations, or executive communications
- Experience supporting B2B, media, technology, government, defense, or public sector organizations preferred
- Strong writing, editing, messaging, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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