Command Information and Engagements Manager

Job Description

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Contracting Resources Group, Inc. (CRG) is a mid-sized woman-owned business supporting federal mission priorities through program execution, performance measurement, strategic communications, acquisition support, and digital transformation. Since 2002, CRG has provided high-quality solutions with a focus on reliability, agility, and operational excellence. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and have been recognized for our strong workplace culture through awards such as Best Places to Work and the Department of Labors HireVets Platinum Medallion.

Description: CRG is seeking a full-time Command Information and Engagement Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of high-profile visits, engagements, and strategic communications initiatives on behalf of a new DOD client at Ft. Detrick, MD. This role also serves as the onsite team lead, and will work closely with senior leaders, internal and external stakeholders, and subject matter experts to organize events, support distinguished visitor visits, and monitor execution of a strategic communications operation.

Duties and Tasks:

• Organize requests and invitations, in collaboration with Public Affairs Office and other command leadership, for command visits from senior military, Government Congressional personnel, and private-sector partner targets.
• Design visits, secure post locations, and create an agenda outline for the specific programs and products to be showcased during the visit.
• Research relevant issues, solicit input from appropriate sources, conduct strategic analyses, and propose and implement solutions and initiatives to achieve identified objectives and goals.
• Develop command taskers and serve as a point of contact on the tasking system.
• Manage communication between customers and appropriate subject matter experts (SMEs); conduct initial correspondence, monitor and track linkage between customer and SME to final outcome.
• Distribute official event correspondence to staff and/or SMEs / participants, to include invitations and agendas, all registration forms, hotel reservations and confirmation numbers and reminders pertaining to any event.
• Manage and coordinate various meetings to include, but not limited to, securing meeting space or demo space for SMEs, serving as the Point of Contact (POC) for all attendee communications, scheduling required vendors, and on-site management including registration, check-in, and protocol.
• Conduct pre-visit preparation and day-of-event set up and break down.
• Developing talking points for experts and, in collaboration with PAO, developing and clearing new presentation material.
• Maintain the ability to quickly draft social media posts/short blurbs on visits/engagements.
• Assist with invite creation and invite lists for large events.
• Assist with additional visit duties to include lunches/coffee, name tags, take away packets, etc.
• Provide support for Conferences and trade shows.
• Maintain a visit calendar and update an after-action (lessons learned) file.
• Generate and develop original content, based on DHA R&D-MRDC projects and announcements and share via social media channels to present a coherent, militarily relevant and consistent message as required.
• Serve as on-site supervisor and manager for contract communications team.
• Support Protocol functions as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Marketing, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in government public affairs and communication.
• Proven experience in event planning, protocol, or senior-level engagement management.
• Effective organizational and communication skills as well as excellent writing and editing skills.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, familiarity with event management tools a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and virtual environment both independently and as a team.

Preferred but not required:

• Masters degree in communication or marketing.
• Experience supporting Military Health System or the U.S. Army
• DINFOS trained.

Location: Ft. Detrick, MD