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 Overview
The 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 Associates
EDJ 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.
Skills, Tools, and Experience
- 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