The Stakeholder Engagement Specialist will support relationship management and operational coordination with public and private sector partners. The role focuses on maintaining partner communications, facilitating information sharing, supporting operational engagement activities, and ensuring timely coordination across internal teams and external stakeholders. The position also supports daily operations management, partner outreach, and program management duties as needed.
Work Location
In-person work will be conducted on the client site in Arlington, VA. Candidates must be located in the National Capital Region and able to work in person up to several times per week.
Key Responsibilities
Serves as a primary point of contact for partner engagement and stakeholder coordination activities
Supports ongoing relationships with private sector partners
Manages partner communications, including inbox monitoring, responding to inquiries, and routing requests to appropriate internal teams
Coordinates information-sharing activities, including partner notifications, updates, and operational messaging
Tracks partner engagement activities, requests, and follow-ups to ensure timely responses and continuity of operations
Collaborates with internal teams to support operational planning, stakeholder briefings, and engagement events
Assists with the development, coordination, and dissemination of partner-facing products, communications, and materials
What You Will Need
5+ years of related professional experience in partner engagement, stakeholder management, operations, or program support
U.S. citizenship (as required by the federal government for this position)
Active DOD security clearance required
Preferred Skills/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Experience supporting a federal government client
Background in stakeholder engagement, partner coordination, or program operations
Experience working in a mission-driven, operational environment
Successful Candidates Will Have
High attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage professionally with senior-level stakeholders
Experience supporting federal government partners, with preference for DHS or other national security agencies
Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple partner requests simultaneously
A customer service orientation with strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
The ability to work effectively with government and contractor team members in a hybrid environment
Experience managing partner communications, engagement tracking, and operational coordination efforts
Comfortable working across varied workstreams and the ability to proactively identify needs, anticipate challenges, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
Bot and Third-Party Applications
Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact [email protected] for assistance.
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.
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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:
$74,090.00 - $125,954.00Virginia Client Office (VA88)Skills Required
- 5+ years of related professional experience in partner engagement, stakeholder management, operations, or program support
- U.S. citizenship
- Active DoD security clearance
- Located in the National Capital Region and able to work in person at the Arlington, VA client site several times per week
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Experience supporting a federal government client (preferred DHS or national security agencies)
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ICF and has not been reviewed or approved by ICF.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan choices (UHC PPO/HDHP and Kaiser in some areas) come with employer HSA/HRA funding and wellness incentives, with dental and vision included. Mental-health access is emphasized via Modern Health, offering up to 10 therapy and 10 coaching sessions annually.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-building resources include Maven support on UHC plans, $10,000 lifetime fertility/surrogacy reimbursement, and $5,000 for adoption, milk-shipping, and clinician-led programs. Caregiver and 24/7 resources are also available through the EAP.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 5% discount is broadly available and regularly highlighted in postings. This adds a straightforward path for employees to build ownership alongside salary and benefits.
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