We’re excited to share an upcoming opportunity pending contract award. The contract award decision is anticipated by the end of April. While the role is contingent upon the award, we will begin the hiring process in advance and extend contingent offers to selected candidates. Senior Communications Specialists (Senior Account Executives) run work and projects, especially focused on the research, strategy, and execution phases; contribute substantively to solution design; ensure quality work product of more junior team member; and contribute meaningfully to the teams they are on. They manage up, down, and across teams. Senior Account Executives help sustain client relationships at the appropriate level, as well as discrete projects and assignments that require analysis, research, and trends. What You'll Do - Contribute substantively to planning, research, writing, and strategy development - Consistently produce high-quality correspondence, communication materials, reports, and other types of materials for internal audiences and clients - Communicate directly with clients and external partners to implement strategies and tactics - Develop/review project plans and track project activities, timelines, and quality reviews - Manage social, paid, and traditional media outreach, including strategy, content development, and analytics - Contribute substantively to content creation by communicating ideas and working with integrated project teams of designers, writers, and digital strategists to develop creative and digital assets, including videos, websites, infographics, and more - Provide client service support with regular monitoring and reporting, managing timelines, proofreading, and client touchpoints - Ensure quality work product of more junior team members - Collaborate with other team members to address challenges and solve problems proactively - Attend and contribute substantively to meetings, including taking actionable notes in both internal and external meetings; assist with scheduling and logistics - Participate in new business process including research and proposal preparation - Contribute to organic growth What You'll Bring - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills - Ability to work collaboratively on a team and with key stakeholders and clients - Action-oriented, organized, proactive, and adaptable approach to project management - Proven ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously - Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to customer service Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in communications, public health, or related field - 2+ years of experience in communications role(s); health focus required - Government contracting and/or agency experience strongly preferred - Media relations experience is a plus - A Ph.D. may be substituted for 3 years of required experience with a master’s degree or 4 years with a bachelor’s degree Work Eligibility & Requirements - Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available. - All work must be performed within the continental U.S. for the duration of employment, unless required by contract. - Ability to work core hours aligned with Eastern Time, unless otherwise approved by your manager. - Remote employees must maintain a dedicated, ergonomically appropriate workspace free from distractions, with reliable internet and a mobile device that supports efficient work. Where You'll Work - Remote (with occasional in-person collaboration days) - If you’re near one of our offices (Arlington, VA; Silver Spring, MD; or Novi, MI), you’ll join us in person one day every other month (6 times per year) for a fun, purpose-driven Collaboration Day. These days are filled with creative energy, meaningful connection, and team brainstorming! - Non-local employees may be asked to join us on these days at an approved co-working space. $67,700 - $82,332.60 a year At Altarum, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors and rely on market indicators to get it right. Individual compensation packages are based on numerous factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. This salary range is not a guarantee of compensation, as the final offer amount will vary based on these factors. In addition to base salary compensation, Altarum Enterprise employees enjoy the following benefits: - Competitive Medical, Dental and Optical plans - Generous Paid Time Off, 8 Company observed holidays plus 3 floating holidays - Tuition Assistance - 401K Plan (3% employer contribution plus opportunity for gainsharing) - Life, AD&D & Disability coverage - A flexible work environment and more! Altarum is a nonprofit organization focused on improving the health of individuals with fewer financial resources and populations disenfranchised by the health care system. We work primarily on behalf of federal and state governments to design and implement solutions that achieve measurable results. We combine our expertise in public health and health care delivery with technology development and implementation, practice transformation, training and technical assistance, quality improvement, data analytics, and applied research and evaluation. Our innovative solutions and proven processes lead to better value and health for all. Altarum is an equal opportunity employer that provides employment and opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

• Contribute substantively to planning, research, writing, and strategy development • Consistently produce high-quality correspondence, communication materials, reports, and other types of materials for internal audiences and clients • Communicate directly with clients and external partners to implement strategies and tactics • Develop/review project plans and track project activities, timelines, and quality reviews • Manage social, paid, and traditional media outreach, including strategy, content development, and analytics • Contribute substantively to content creation by communicating ideas and working with integrated project teams of designers, writers, and digital strategists to develop creative and digital assets, including videos, websites, infographics, and more • Provide client service support with regular monitoring and reporting, managing timelines, proofreading, and client touchpoints • Ensure quality work product of more junior team members • Collaborate with other team members to address challenges and solve problems proactively • Attend and contribute substantively to meetings, including taking actionable notes in both internal and external meetings; assist with scheduling and logistics • Participate in new business process including research and proposal preparation • Contribute to organic growth

• Manage planning, research, content, and strategy development • Lead work and projects from the conceptual phase to execution and completion, ensuring quality work product • Develop project plans and track project activities, timelines, and quality reviews • Manage and implement day-to-day client activities across a variety of work streams • Be a trusted advisor to clients and external partners who touch the client’s business, as well as with internal project teams • Lead content creation by communicating ideas and working with integrated project teams of designers, writers, and digital strategists to develop assets • Research and analyze industry and competitor trends and provide insightful recommendations • Participate in new business process including research and proposal preparation • Contribute to organic growth • Able to prioritize and delegate tasks as needed • Model and encourage company values • Influence decisions and support change • Are capable of designing and implementing process improvement efforts

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Join our Global Internal Communications team focused on informing, engaging, and motivating our employees through effective communications experiences that help shape Akamai's strategic vision and mission critical goals. The team works cross-functionally with various organizations to build, support, and execute internal communications plans and employee engagement initiatives. As a Senior Corporate Communications Manager, you will be responsible for: - Partnering with HR and global communications stakeholders to create, execute, and lead internal HR communications strategy - Creating various types of content for the HR organization - Managing internal communications channels for the entire HR organization - Participating in our Global Internal Communications teams initiatives and strategy planning Qualifications - 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent - Demonstrated success with internal communications, employee engagement, human resources, and/or change management - Ability to simultaneously manage projects, coordinate resources, and execute multiple initiatives within tight timelines - Experience developing and producing original, creative, and compelling communications - Propensity to take initiative and the confidence to bring ideas forward and stretch existing processes - Experience building effective networks across teams and international regions, as well as demonstrate global acumen Benefits - Opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things - Benefits surrounding all aspects of your life including health, finances, family, and work-life balance - Industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, and family-friendly benefits including parental leave - Employee assistance program focusing on mental and financial wellness Company Description Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences, helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform—from cloud to edge—we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.