IT Communication SME w/writing, presentations, technology

LIS is a leading Technology Company specializing in IT Consulting, Staffing and Enterprise Solutions. We offer a flexible and friendly work environment that enables career growth and opportunities.

Our organization is looking for an experienced IT Communications SME for a (1-3) years contract position in Remote.

Candidates must be either a US Citizen or Green Card (Permanent Residence).

Candidates must have lived in the US for at least (5) years and can’t have been outside the US in the last (5) years more than (6) months cumulative. This requirement is for the security clearance.

1. Job Title: IT Communications SME

2. Location: Remote

3. Job Duration: 1-3 years

4. Assignment Type: 1099, C2C

5. Pay Rate: Negotiable

6. Special Skills: 7+ years exp., bs/ba, communications, writing, presentations, information technology

Our Client is seeking to augment their team with an Information Technology – Written and Visual Communications Specialist, who will be responsible for serving as the primary point of contact (POC) and subject matter expert (SME).

Required Skills:

· Writing Skills: possesses strong writing skills, including the ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively, in a variety of styles (e.g., descriptive, narrative, etc.) and formats (e.g., Associated Press (AP), American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMS), etc), for audiences of varied levels of knowledge and presentation requirements (e.g., C-Suite, executives, technical staff, etc.).

· Technical Writing: Technical writing knowledge and experience, and be able to create technical documents and templates, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Knowledge Bases (KBs), that are written commensurate with target audience(s).

· Business Writing: knowledge of and experience with writing and proofing business-specific documents, such as Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Statements of Work (SOWs), that may have multiple and varied purposes (e.g., persuasive; concise and informative; multi-faceted; etc.) .

· Presentation Skills: knowledge of and experience with creating visually appealing and engaging presentations designed to convey complex ideas in a simple, easy-to-understand formats and flows.

· Editing and Proofreading Skills: experienced performing detailed editing and proofing of various document types, to ensure materials are error-free and consistently written (e.g., spelling, grammar, narrative consistency, etc.).

· Graphics and Graphic Design: experience creating visuals designed to enhance written and verbal communications, including but not limited to: infographics, diagrams, workflows, and charts.

· Communication and Design Applications: knowledge of and experience with commonly used communication platforms for written and visual communications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Canva, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, etc.)

· Presentation and Speech Writing Skills: possesses experience in writing speeches and presentation notes that are engaging, persuasive and succinct.

· Research Skills: experienced in conducting both independent and group research on a variety of topics and synthesize and contextualize complex information into clear and concise written or visual communications.

· Time Management Skills: ability to work independently and with minimal guidance and supervision, on multiple projects, of varied subjects, simultaneously, to meet strict deadlines and manage time effectively.

· Strong Communication Skills: possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as positions will require working closely with stakeholders, subject matter experts (SMEs) and team members to produce high-quality, effective written and visual communications to meet strict timelines.

Qualifications:

· Experienced in managing/tracking/following projects task and keeping/updating projects plans.

· Communications skills adequate to convey complex information and technical information effectively verbally in writing, using an array of platforms. As outlined above.

· Strong Microsoft Office, Project and Vizio skills, as outlined above.

· Ability to write, read and evaluate technical documentation and reports (e.g., After Action reports (AARs); project plans; proof of concept whitepapers; standard operating procedures (SOPs); technical evaluations and designs; etc.).

· Strong ability to compose creative and professional executive leadership team (ELT) and C-level presentations and communications via PowerPoint.

· Maintain team SharePoint site and update with pertinent and timely information regarding projects, task, team activities, etc.

· Attend wide-ranging meetings, on behalf of department management, executive staff, and C-level officers, for note taking, project/task tracking and support or provide ELT updates.

· Ability to communicate effectively with highly technical staff, to understand and participate in project overviews, components, tasks, etc.

· Report and assist with documenting SOPs, technical evaluations, and designs.

Minimum Qualifications

· 7 years of relevant and progressive experience in a distributed computing environment is preferred. This individual must have demonstrated skills in tools and techniques appropriate to the above job duties.

· A working knowledge of current computer and communications technologies and disciplines, including PC operating systems and hardware platforms, local area networks, wide area networks, messaging, and client-server applications is required.

· A four-year degree in Computer Science or a related field is required. An equivalent combination of education or experience in computer or telecommunications architectures, systems analysis, and management of information technology may be substituted.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• IT Communications: 7 years (Required)
• writing, presentations, graphic design, networks: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote