Tetra Tech · 4 months ago
Communications & Editorial Lead, ILAB Research Support Services (proposal)
Arlington, Virginia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expTetra Tech, through its subsidiary Management Systems International (MSI), is a management consultancy with a strong history in international development. They are seeking a Communications and Editorial Lead to oversee writing, editing, and communications planning for reports on labor issues, ensuring clarity and alignment with DOL standards.
ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain an editorial style guide consistent with DOL’s branding and U.S. Government report conventions
Oversee all phases of manuscript development for country profiles and thematic reports: technical edits, fact-checks, management reviews, copy-editing, and final proofing for PDF, web, and mobile formats
Coordinate with data and research teams to integrate accurate statistics, tables, and graphics, ensuring proper citation and narrative clarity
Draft and implement a Communications Plan covering newsletters, blogs, press releases, social media posts, and web updates to maximize visibility of ILAB findings
Work with ILAB communications specialists to align messaging with policy priorities and trade enforcement initiatives
Schedule and manage dissemination timelines in close coordination with ILAB’s public affairs calendar
Lead the development of policy briefs, summary fact sheets, talking points, and stakeholder memos
Oversee the collection, selection, and editing of human-interest stories, ensuring high-quality text, photos, and video content that adhere to ethical guidelines and survivor consent protocols
Manage local photographers, videographers, and translators as needed to support multilingual content
Upload, organize, and maintain all final deliverables, source files, and visual assets on ILAB’s SharePoint and public websites
Ensure metadata, file naming conventions, and version control practices meet ILAB requirements
Serve as primary editorial liaison to ILAB’s Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and communications team; solicit feedback and incorporate revisions promptly
Convene and facilitate editorial working groups to review draft materials, resolve issues, and validate messaging
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in communications, journalism, public policy, international affairs, or related field
Minimum 8 years of professional experience in high-stakes editorial roles, preferably on U.S. Government or multilateral agency reports
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills; mastery of AP Style and U.S. Government editorial conventions
Demonstrated ability to manage complex editorial workflows and cross-functional teams
Experience developing and executing communications strategies across traditional and digital channels
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, content-management systems, and basic graphic-editing tools
Strong interpersonal and project-management skills; ability to meet tight deadlines and handle competing priorities
Company
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1991-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Batrack
CEO
Craig Christensen
SVP - CIO
Recent News
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