Director, Health Communications

Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award. At ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo. We are hiring a seasoned Director, Health Communications to work with our federal health clients on critical public health projects. The role involves working closely with senior management and a multidisciplinary team. The Project Manager must have at least twelve years of experience managing large communications and campaign contracts, focusing on schedule, budget, quality, outcomes, and deadlines. This hybrid position requires coordination in Atlanta, GA and Washington, DC with team members in various locations nationally. Responsibilities include overseeing project phases, budget management, developing workflows, leading teams, mitigating risks, and providing technical assistance. Experience with Federal government processes, industry stakeholders and guiding teams to high standards is essential. Location: Hybrid in the Washington, DC area with commute as needed to client and ICF offices. Required travel to Atlanta, GA area for meetings and presentations when needed. As a Director, Health Communications, you will: Lead and manage the day-to-day execution of the campaign, ensuring all tasks and milestones are completed on time. Coordinate cross-functional teams (e.g., creative, marketing, sales, and external agencies) to ensure alignment with campaign goals. Oversee campaign planning in a system like Smartsheet, and ensure all activities and timelines are updated in real time. Work with clients, stakeholders, and senior leadership to develop campaign objectives and strategies. Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Work in close coordination as part of the team leadership (strategy, senior project director, campaign director) to develop, align, and activate a large, integrated team of specialists and partners. Conduct meetings with staff and contractors, deliver meeting notes within 24 hours, develop document templates, initiate workflows, and assist with production. Launch and monitor campaigns across multiple channels, including digital marketing, social media, paid media, and public relations. Provide regular updates to stakeholders, including team members, clients, or management, on campaign progress and key performance indicators. Prepare post-campaign reports, including detailed analysis of results, lessons learned, and recommendations for future campaigns. Basic Qualifications: Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance U.S. Citizenship required (required by federal government for the position) Bachelor’s degree in communications, public health, health communication, health education, marketing, public relations, social sciences, or equivalent. 12+ years of experience in consulting project management 3+ years of experience managing large (> $10-50MM Annually) programs Preferred Qualifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certifications Master’s degree in communications, public health, social sciences, business, or associated disciplines a plus Experience with HHS and/or CDC programs Experience with private and public marketing programs highly preferred. Experience managing large-scale health promotion campaigns Demonstrated leadership role in the delivery of communication programs. Experience with media buying and paid social strategies. Experience working in a federal government environment and working directly with marketing agencies. Knowledge and experience with public health behavior change campaigns preferred. Experience with chronic disease marketing and communications preferred. Prior award-winning campaign experience a plus Ability to grow and foster new business Professional Skills: Strong project management skills, including planning, organization, and multitasking. Excellent interpersonal (verbal, written), active listening, and organizational skills Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheets, Asana, Trello, Monday.com) and MS Office Suite. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and attention to detail Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to work collaboratively and establish strong working relationships with colleagues and clients Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer . Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted . This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected] . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is : $143,756.00 - $244,385.00 DC Remote Office (DC99)