Speechwriter

Five Stones Research Corporation (5SRC) is collecting resumes for proposal efforts supporting The National Science Foundation’s Office of Legislative & Public Affairs (OLPA) in Alexandria, VA. We are seeking experienced professionals to join our established and growing Huntsville-headquartered team upon contract award.

Essential Functions

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  Draft speeches, talking points, remarks, messages, internal communications, congressional testimony, and presentations for NSF leadership. 
  
  


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  Synthesize information from internal and external sources into compelling, accurate, and accessible narratives. 
  
  


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  Tailor messaging for varied audiences, including Congress, scientific associations, academic stakeholders, and other NSF audiences. 
  
  


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  Develop communications plans, engagement strategies, and messaging to advance NSF's mission and activities. 
  
  


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  Produce senior-level communications products that articulate and explain complex NSF science programs and research findings. 
  
  


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  Edit materials to conform to voice and style of NSF leadership.  
  
  

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional speech writing experience for different audiences and purposes, including at least 3 years doing speech writing for science-focused organizations. 


• Experience researching and factchecking through interviews with subject-matter experts and program officials. 

What We Offer:

• 401(k) Matching


• Company Events


• Dental Insurance


• Employee Recognition Programs


• Health Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• Parental Leave


• Performance Incentives


• Student Loan Repayment


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Vision Insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.