Managing Consultant, Strategic Communications

• Lead the Strategic Communications practice, guiding strategy, overseeing client engagements, and delivering high-quality technical assistance and program implementation for public health communications and advocacy.
• Co-develop and execute end-to-end campaign planning, brand audits, culturally-responsive messaging, and digital media strategies.
• Drive business development by identifying opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and leading proposal development for contracts, grants, and RFPs.
• Manage and mentor Associate- and Consultant-level staff, and foster stakeholder relationships with public health agencies and community organizations.

This role strengthens public health systems and advances equity by designing and implementing evidence-based, community-driven communications and advocacy strategies that support local, regional, and state government partners.

• Minimum 8 years relevant experience, including at least 4 years in a consulting firm environment, with 6-12 years of progressive experience in public programming advocacy and/or strategic communications.
• MPH or MPA or similar relevant graduate degree required.
• Minimum 4 years people management experience and 3 years project management/leadership experience; minimum 5 years client-facing experience with 2+ years in project leadership roles.
• Experience leading business development activities including sourcing, proposal development, and contracting; superior presentation skills; ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences.

Competitive compensation package includes: 6+ weeks total leave (paid vacation, sick time, personal leave, floating holidays); health, dental, and vision insurance (75% employer-paid for employee, 50% for dependents); Health FSA and dependent care FSA; 401(k) with employer match; employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance; one-time technology stipend; professional development opportunities. Salary range: $99,840 - $162,240 annually.

BME Strategies is a Massachusetts-based consulting firm specializing in the design, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs for government partners, supporting evidence-based, community-driven solutions that strengthen public health systems and advance equity.