Ascension LLC is seeking a Communications Specialist / Public Affairs Officer to support the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD). This role is critical to advancing national blood donation initiatives by designing and executing strategic outreach, messaging, and engagement campaigns that directly impact military readiness and healthcare delivery.

The ideal candidate is a mission-driven communications professional who understands how to translate complex program goals into compelling narratives that influence behavior, drive participation, and strengthen stakeholder engagement across federal, military, and public audiences.

This individual will play a key role in supporting ASBPD’s mission to ensure a safe, reliable, and accessible blood supply for service members worldwide by increasing donor awareness, engagement, and participation through targeted communications strategies.

Position Summary

The Communications Specialist will support strategic communications, outreach campaigns, and public affairs initiatives aligned with ASBPD objectives. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, content development, stakeholder engagement, and data-informed decision-making.

The ideal candidate is:

• A detail-oriented and organized planner who can manage multiple campaigns simultaneously
• A self-starter capable of operating in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment with minimal supervision
• Skilled in anticipating communication challenges, crafting solutions, and executing messaging strategies that resonate across diverse audiences
• Adept at leveraging data, analytics, and digital tools to measure campaign effectiveness and refine outreach strategies

This role supports key functions including:

• Strategic communications planning
• Campaign development and execution
• Stakeholder engagement and messaging alignment
• Outreach performance measurement and reporting

Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop strategic communication plans aligned with ASBPD mission objectives
• Design and execute outreach campaigns to increase blood donor participation and awareness
• Create communication products including briefs, presentations, talking points, newsletters, and digital content
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align messaging and campaign goals
• Analyze campaign performance metrics and recommend improvements based on data insights
• Manage digital communication platforms (e.g., SharePoint, websites, email campaigns)
• Support branding, messaging consistency, and public affairs initiatives
• Prepare executive-level reports and communication materials for leadership
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and outreach events
• Ensure compliance with federal communication, privacy, and information handling requirements (e.g., HIPAA, Privacy Act)