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Speech Writer — National Science Foundation. We are seeking outside-the-box thinkers who are technically skilled and customer focused. Join us as we expand our team to transform complex, technical information into compelling stories and clear messages for a wide range of audiences. Summary Role Summary: As a Speech Writer for the National Science Foundation, your primary mission is to transform complex, technical information into compelling stories and clear messages that resonate with a wide range of audiences. This means: Crafting Speeches & Presentations: Write speeches, congressional testimony, talking points, and leadership presentations that inform, inspire, and persuade. Communicate the agency's mission, achievements, and priorities to Congress, scientific organizations, and the public. Tailoring Content for the Audience: Customize each speech or presentation for its audience—lawmakers, scientists, or community stakeholders—explaining technical details in plain language for non-experts. Translating Technical Content: distill briefings, program summaries, and research findings into clear, memorable narratives that highlight impact and importance. Supporting Leadership: Equip the Director and senior leaders with tools to advocate for the agency, respond to questions, and represent its interests in high-profile settings. Driving Engagement: Build trust and understanding between the agency and stakeholders, ensuring key messages are communicated effectively and leave a lasting impression. Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities Draft and revise speeches, testimonies, remarks, and talking points for the Director and senior leadership. Synthesize technical briefings, program summaries, and research findings into clear messages aligned with agency priorities. Coordinate with program subject-matter experts (SMEs), Government Affairs, and Legal for accuracy and clearance. Create annotated speaking notes and Q&A decks to support engagements. Support rapid-response needs outside normal hours when events or inquiries arise. Qualifications
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Policy, English, Science Communication, or related field. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly. 5+ years of professional speechwriting or senior communications experience with complex technical content, including translating intricate scientific or policy information for diverse audiences. Mastery of AP style and Plain Language standards; ability to apply AP style and plain language principles to written materials. Proven ability to synthesize technical material for congressional and executive audiences. Excellent audio/visual briefing and PowerPoint skills; adept at creating engaging presentations and briefings. Preferred Qualifications Experience with federal agencies or congressional offices; knowledge of science policy is a plus. Advanced degree in a STEM field or science communication. Deliverables
Draft Speeches: Initial versions tailored to audiences and occasions, incorporating agency priorities and messaging goals. Final Approved Scripts: Refined texts ready for delivery after stakeholder review and clearance. Talking-Point Memoranda: Concise bullet-point summaries for meetings, briefings, or interviews. Q&A Sets: Comprehensive lists of anticipated questions with recommended answers for testimonies, interviews, or engagements. Annotated Briefing Briefs: Detailed briefing documents with background, notes, and context for engagements. Location & Hours
Primarily at the headquarters in Alexandria, VA; availability for nights/weekends. Performance Measures
Timeliness: Deliver materials within established deadlines to ensure leadership is prepared. Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback regarding clarity, relevance, and impact of materials. Clearance Error Rate: Low rate of corrections during review and clearance. Uptake and Use: Materials adopted and used in external engagements by leadership. This position is contingent upon contract award and will become available upon award receipt.
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Speech Writer — National Science Foundation. We are seeking outside-the-box thinkers who are technically skilled and customer focused. Join us as we expand our team to transform complex, technical information into compelling stories and clear messages for a wide range of audiences. Summary Role Summary: As a Speech Writer for the National Science Foundation, your primary mission is to transform complex, technical information into compelling stories and clear messages that resonate with a wide range of audiences. This means: Crafting Speeches & Presentations: Write speeches, congressional testimony, talking points, and leadership presentations that inform, inspire, and persuade. Communicate the agency's mission, achievements, and priorities to Congress, scientific organizations, and the public. Tailoring Content for the Audience: Customize each speech or presentation for its audience—lawmakers, scientists, or community stakeholders—explaining technical details in plain language for non-experts. Translating Technical Content: distill briefings, program summaries, and research findings into clear, memorable narratives that highlight impact and importance. Supporting Leadership: Equip the Director and senior leaders with tools to advocate for the agency, respond to questions, and represent its interests in high-profile settings. Driving Engagement: Build trust and understanding between the agency and stakeholders, ensuring key messages are communicated effectively and leave a lasting impression. Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities Draft and revise speeches, testimonies, remarks, and talking points for the Director and senior leadership. Synthesize technical briefings, program summaries, and research findings into clear messages aligned with agency priorities. Coordinate with program subject-matter experts (SMEs), Government Affairs, and Legal for accuracy and clearance. Create annotated speaking notes and Q&A decks to support engagements. Support rapid-response needs outside normal hours when events or inquiries arise. Qualifications
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Policy, English, Science Communication, or related field. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly. 5+ years of professional speechwriting or senior communications experience with complex technical content, including translating intricate scientific or policy information for diverse audiences. Mastery of AP style and Plain Language standards; ability to apply AP style and plain language principles to written materials. Proven ability to synthesize technical material for congressional and executive audiences. Excellent audio/visual briefing and PowerPoint skills; adept at creating engaging presentations and briefings. Preferred Qualifications Experience with federal agencies or congressional offices; knowledge of science policy is a plus. Advanced degree in a STEM field or science communication. Deliverables
Draft Speeches: Initial versions tailored to audiences and occasions, incorporating agency priorities and messaging goals. Final Approved Scripts: Refined texts ready for delivery after stakeholder review and clearance. Talking-Point Memoranda: Concise bullet-point summaries for meetings, briefings, or interviews. Q&A Sets: Comprehensive lists of anticipated questions with recommended answers for testimonies, interviews, or engagements. Annotated Briefing Briefs: Detailed briefing documents with background, notes, and context for engagements. Location & Hours
Primarily at the headquarters in Alexandria, VA; availability for nights/weekends. Performance Measures
Timeliness: Deliver materials within established deadlines to ensure leadership is prepared. Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback regarding clarity, relevance, and impact of materials. Clearance Error Rate: Low rate of corrections during review and clearance. Uptake and Use: Materials adopted and used in external engagements by leadership. This position is contingent upon contract award and will become available upon award receipt.
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