ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our core values include Embracing Difference; we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces, and hires dimensions of difference.  

  

@ ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world.   

Here’s your chance to join our award-winning agency, ICF Next. We’re changemakers, a community of mission driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists. We’re searching for a Speechwriter. As a Speechwriter, you will:   

Craft speeches, talking points, remarks, briefings, and messages for senior leaders with a large-scale federal government client. 

Develop, write, and edit compelling blogs, op-eds, and other written communications. 

Collaborate with senior leaders on requirements, including content, tone, and style. 

Conduct research, gather data, and analyze information from various sources to ensure accuracy and effective inclusion in written communications. 

Attend on-site meetings and other events in Washington, D.C. as requested (must reside in the Washington, D.C. metro area).    

  

Basic Qualifications:  

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or a related field  

Five years of experience writing speeches for executive and senior leaders 

Able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (federal government background check)  

Must be willing to travel to Washington, D.C. metro area for on-site visits as needed

  

Preferred Skills and Experience:  

Experience writing for senior government officials 

Interest in justice and law enforcement 

Superior written and verbal communication skills 

High attention to detail 

Experience working successfully in a team environment  

Proficiency in the following Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint  

Experience supporting a government or federal agency  

 

Job Location: Remote but may occasionally be requested to be onsite for meetings in D.C.

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 an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. 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 & AA policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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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:

$79,643.00 - $135,392.00

DC Remote Office (DC99)