Icf Next
InternalCommunicationsAssociate
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“Internal Communications Associate at Icf Next. Skills: Internal Communications, Employee Engagement. Support development and distribution of the monthly internal newsletter, including content coordination, drafting, editing, and scheduling. Assist with planning and execution of internal meetings, Lunch and Learns, staff events, and employee engagement activities”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with organizational priorities and the agency’s mission; Create clear, timely, and engaging communications that reach employees where they are; Celebrate employee contributions; Help employees stay connected to leadership, colleagues, and agency priorities; Contribute to a positive workplace culture
Industry & Context.
Candidates must be based in the Raleigh, NC area, On-site at least four (4) days per week in Morrisville, NC, Occasional flexibility may be required to support meetings or employee events, Must pass background check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, or comparable professional experience, 3+ years of professional experience in communications, internal communications, employee engagement, or related roles, Ability to work on-site in Morrisville, NC at least four days per week, Must pass background check
Nice to Have
Experience supporting internal communications for government agencies or other mission-driven organizations, Familiarity with employee engagement initiatives, onboarding programs, or internal events, Experience tracking communications metrics (open rates, attendance, survey feedback), Comfort working with multiple stakeholders and approval processes, Interest in culture-building, employee storytelling, and recognition programs
What You'll Do.
Support development and distribution of the monthly internal newsletter
including content coordination
Assist with planning and execution of internal meetings
and employee engagement activities
Draft and distribute internal announcements and time-sensitive communications
Support new employee onboarding communications
including orientation materials and employee welcome messages
and employee milestone communications
Help manage and update organizational charts
and internal resources
Support internal surveys and feedback collection efforts
Track and report on engagement metrics such as newsletter open rates
and qualitative feedback
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather content and ensure messaging accuracy and alignment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather content and ensure messaging accuracy and alignment; Comfort working in a team environment
Communication Scope
Written communication skills with attention to detail; Verbal communication skills with attention to detail
Process & Methodology
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Full Job Description
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. At 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. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists who challenge the status quo and help organizations communicate with clarity, purpose, and impact. We’re currently hiring an **Internal Communications Associate** to support internal communications and employee engagement for a **state government agency client** in North Carolina. **The Team** The Internal Communications Associate will join ICF Next’s communications team supporting a large, mission-driven state government agency. This team serves as a strategic partner to agency leadership, helping ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with organizational priorities and the agency’s mission. **The Work** In this role, you will help bring the agency’s internal communications plan to life—supporting day-to-day execution across newsletters, announcements, onboarding materials, employee engagement activities, and recognition efforts. You’ll play a hands-on role in creating clear, timely, and engaging communications that reach employees where they are, celebrate their contributions, and help them stay connected to leadership, colleagues, and agency priorities. If you enjoy writing, organizing content, supporting events, and contributing to a positive workplace culture, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes. **Location & Work Requirements** * **Candidates must be based in the Raleigh, NC area** * This role is **on-site at least four (4) days per week
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