The Role
The Speechwriter drafts and edits speeches and communications for NSF leadership, translating complex scientific information into clear narratives tailored for diverse audiences.
Summary Generated by Built In
CONTINGENT HIRE NOTICE: This position is a contingent hire. Employment is contingent upon EDJ Associates, Inc. receiving a contract/task order award from the National Science Foundation (NSF). This position is performed primarily on-site at NSF headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
Position OverviewThe Speech Writer supports the NSF Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA) by developing senior-level speeches, remarks, talking points, and written communications for NSF leadership. This role requires the ability to translate complex scientific and policy information into clear, compelling narratives tailored to diverse audiences.
Why EDJ AssociatesEDJ Associates, Inc. is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) providing trusted communications, writing, digital, and program support services to federal agencies. EDJ supports nationally significant science and public engagement initiatives and offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting the U.S. National Science Foundation.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft speeches, talking points, remarks, internal communications, congressional testimony, and presentations for NSF leadership.
- Synthesize complex scientific, technical, and policy information into clear, compelling narratives.
- Tailor messaging for diverse audiences including Congress, scientific associations, academic stakeholders, and the public.
- Develop communications plans and messaging strategies supporting NSF leadership engagement.
- Edit and revise materials to conform to NSF leadership voice, tone, and style.
- Conduct research and fact-checking through interviews with subject-matter experts and program officials.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent professional experience acceptable.
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional speechwriting experience, including at least three (3) years supporting science-focused organizations.
- Experience writing for senior executives or leadership audiences.
- Strong research, interviewing, and fact-checking skills.
- Ability to distill complex scientific concepts into accessible language.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
- Tools and Technologies:
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
- SharePoint and Microsoft Teams
About
We are a woman-owned small business providing management consulting and technical services based in Herndon, Virginia. Founded in 1999, we’ve established a solid track record of success in the planning, design, and implementation of a wide range of projects in the areas of administrative and peer review support, event planning, logistics management, and information management. Our clients include Federal agencies, state and local units of government, private companies, and nonprofit organizations.
Skills Required
- Minimum of five years of professional speechwriting experience
- At least three years supporting science-focused organizations
- Experience writing for senior executives or leadership audiences
- Strong research, interviewing, and fact-checking skills
- Ability to distill complex scientific concepts into accessible language
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
- Bachelor's degree (preferred)
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The Company
What We Do
EDJ Associates, Inc. is a woman-owned small business providing professional and technical services, including consulting, digital, design, and communications support, to federal, private, and nonprofit clients. They specialize in areas such as clinical trial support, data management, and event planning.
