Team Lead, Communications Strategy – Account Management

International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC)

. Lead a portfolio of contracts, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and ensuring contractual requirements are met .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeSilver Spring • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic communications and account management within federal health contexts, with a strong focus on client relationship building, project execution, and budget management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver high-quality communications strategies aligned with client objectives.

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Strategic CommunicationsFederal Health ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementBudget ManagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

BudgetingForecastingCost TrackingStrategic PlanningHealth CommunicationsProject ManagementResearch CommunicationDeliverable CreationQuality ControlProposal Development

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCustomer-Focused ApproachMultitaskingSolutions-Oriented Attitude

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealth EducationFederal Public Health ProgramsCommunications StrategyClient LiaisonProfessional GrowthInclusive CultureRisk ManagementReputation ManagementFormative Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a portfolio of contracts, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and ensuring contractual requirements are met
Ensure successful communications project execution and high-quality deliverables
Develop strategic communications plans and products aligned with client goals and objectives
Act as direct client liaison on assigned projects
Build strong client and colleague relationships through a customer-focused, collaborative approach
Ensure client satisfaction and complete execution of strategies, deliverables, and tasks
Communicate research findings and recommendations to clients verbally and in writing
Guide internal team members in strategic planning and communications strategies
Develop work plans and timelines, create deliverables, and coordinate contributors and specialists
Manage assignments, workflow, deliverables, and quality control for communications tasks and projects
Supervise and coach team members, fostering professional growth and an inclusive culture
Take responsibility for strategy, execution, and budgets for projects within the portfolio
Advise clients as a public health and science strategic communications subject matter expert
Contribute to corporate-level new business strategy and lead proposal responses
Cultivate client relationships and identify opportunities to expand and grow contracts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior federal health experience
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public health, health education, or a related field
Master’s degree is a plus
Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive strategic communications and account management experience
Experience with federal public health programs and agencies
Ability to lead cross-functional teams, including strategists, writers, designers, digital professionals, and vendors
Experience managing utilization and advising senior management of risks and opportunities
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Expertise working directly with clients and developing and delivering strategies and recommendations clearly and persuasively
Experience managing budgets, offering strategic counsel, and building strong client relationships
Ability to advise senior leadership on risks and opportunities related to reputation and public perception
Experience in all aspects of health communications work, from formative research to execution and evaluation
Knowledge of public health and communication strategy best practices
Excellent attention to detail, multitasking, prioritizing, and independent working abilities
Positive, solutions-oriented attitude adaptable to various tasks