Artemis is seeking a full-time junior-level Project Manager with experience managing a large-scale project in a consulting environment. The ideal candidate will understand project management, communication, writing, branding and consulting best practices. The Project Manager must be able to lead a team and will be responsible for the successful execution of a communications and branding contract. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with the management of contract scope, schedule, budget, risks and quality.

The Project Manager role requires a self-starter, proactive problem solver and action-oriented team player with previous experience in management consulting. This position needs an individual that is committed to providing superior service, poised under pressure and has a positive and flexible attitude.

This is a contingent hire position.

This position is remote. However, travel for occasional in-person meetings may be required.

• Performs tasks requiring management of a large-scale program, encompassing multiple projects.
• Lead, plan, manage, execute and close out projects in support of the client’s mission.
• Develop and maintain critical project management documents to ensure projects are executed on time, within scope and in alignment with available funding.
• Manage client relationships and facilitate project briefing to key stakeholders in the government and at Artemis.
• Review all products developed by the team to ensure they meet client and contractual quality requirements.
• Identify and resolve risks quickly and effectively, escalating to internal leadership as needed.
• Assist with managing a team of communications, video production, graphic design and other experts, providing subject matter expertise for and oversight of all products produced by the team.
• Translate complex scientific messaging into plain language to ensure materials are easy to read, understand and use.
• Plan, generate and deliver client-ready materials for stakeholders, including client leadership.

• 4 years of experience in a strategic role.
• Master’s degree in related field.
• Proven experience leading digital content communications and outreach campaigns.
• Demonstrated experience working with federal clients and C-level executives.
• Experience in developing communications and branding products such as communications plans, fact sheets, videos, infographics, branding packages, toolkits and more.
• Demonstrated experience with industry-leading social media and e-newsletter platforms.
• Strategic thinker with a forward-looking approach to marketing trends and technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Experience supporting complex projects and transformation efforts within the federal government.
• Comfortability with supporting complex client relationships.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

• Strong critical thinking, analytical and time management skills.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize and work well with others.
• Ability to communicate thoughts, ideas and solutions logically both written and orally.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to receive feedback from senior-level clients and implement changes quickly and effectively.
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex issues.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.

The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI) mission is rooted in the belief that every Veteran deserves compassionate, culturally competent care that addresses their unique needs and circumstances. The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is dedicated to creating a workplace where staff from diverse backgrounds feel genuinely supported, included and able to share their unique perspectives and skills. ODEI requires diversity, equity and inclusion communications support to accelerate and develop an effective diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) communications strategy. Marketing and branding VHA’s DEI efforts includes building a recognizable and clear DEI brand consistent to build brand recognition throughout VHA; intentional engagement with the VHA workforce and the Veterans served; developing communication strategies to engage the workforce to promote positive DEI change that promote authentic conversations and two-way dialogue; and integrate VHA’s communication strategy with internal offices, marketing, public relations and communications teams.