Public Affairs Planner

Job Title: Public Affairs Planner

Job Category: Communications

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

As a CACI Public Affairs Planner, you will support the U.S. Central Command Public Affairs office (CCPA) which serves as the principal advisor to the Commander on all internal and external communication strategies and to support the command's theater objectives. CCCI supports the command's obligation to keep the American people and regional audiences informed about USCENTCOM operations that lead to defeating our adversaries, improving regional stability and promoting and protecting U.S. interest in the USCENTCOM area of responsibility (AOR).

Responsibilities:

• Maintain situational awareness of USCENTCOM's current and future planning priorities.

• Develop and coordinate written public affairs guidance (PAG) and talking points (TPs) on long-range issues and operations for senior USCENTCOM leadership.

• Develop supporting public affairs and communications strategies, followed up with documentation to support USCENTCOM operational plans.

• Liaise with USCENTCOM J5 and J7 directorates with respect to USCENTCOM engagements and exercises in the AOR, including the development of supporting public affairs plans and coordinating those plans with both higher PA authorities and subordinate PA commands.

• Participate in USCENTCOM's B2C2WG organizational construct as necessary, as well as support emergent 24/7 shift surge requirements, when necessary, in case of crisis events or as directed by CCCI director. 

• Develop and coordinate communication plans for CONUS and OCONUS military exercises supporting the USCENTCOM J7 and USCENTCOM components exercise programs.

• Participate in exercises, as needed, to manage and maintain external media relationships and interactions driving the USCENTCOM media relations strategy and assist in assessing exercise communication successes, failures, and effects providing feedback into after-action and lessons learned documents. 

• Coordinate and execute strategic communication seminars with AOR partner nations. This includes working with Embassy country teams, JS Theater Security Cooperation experts, partner nation Ministry of Defense officials and partner military public affairs leadership. 

Qualifications:
Required: 

• Current Top Secret Security Clearance. Specialized Compartmented Information Eligible.

• 5-7 years of experience in developing public affairs plans and media campaigns.

• Bachelor's degree.

• Current U.S. passport.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in a dynamic and highly political environment is required.

• Must exhibit excellent organizational, time management, writing, editorial, and presentation skills.

• Fluency in written and spoken English and knowledge of newswriting style.

Desired:

• Defense Information School (DINFOS) Public Affairs Officer Qualification Course (PAOQC).

• Previous experience in a country or area in the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility - Middle East or Central Asia. 

• Previous COCOM experience.

• Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) or military planning experience. 

• Joint professional military education (JPME).

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$78,000 - $163,800