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Hoplite Group · 1 day ago

Master Strategy, Plans, Exercises, and Policy Planner (CENTCOM Public Affairs Directorate)

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Hoplite Group is seeking a Master Strategy, Plans, and Policy Planner to support contracted services for the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Public Affairs Directorate. The role involves executing communication strategies, analyzing media, and providing recommendations to senior leadership for effective operational planning and execution.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and manage planning activities within Joint Planning Teams (JPT) and Operational Planning Teams (OPT) for diverse multinational efforts

Coordinate planning and produce task order activities related to operational requirements

Provide analyses, recommendations, and draft products for joint planning teams, working groups, and senior leadership, including USCENTCOM staff, DoD, IA, Allies, Coalition members, and partner nation leaders

Assist with evaluations and provide recommendations to Divisions and Branches for conducting joint combatant command-level planning

Offer subject matter expertise in all phases of the Joint Operational Planning Process, including Mission Analysis, Course of Action (COA) Development, Wargaming, COA Comparison, and Decision

Develop plans and orders based on the analysis of COA decisions, mission statements, commander’s intent, and guidance

Facilitate the handover of plans for execution to ensure a smooth transition from planning to operational execution

Provide situational awareness to CENTCOM leadership and staff during the transition from planning to execution

Conduct coordination with various stakeholders, including Components, IA, Allies, and Coalition members

Manage and contribute to working groups, reports, and assessments, with an understanding of long-term impacts

Maintain situational awareness of CENTCOM's current and future priorities, ensuring timely coordination and integration of public affairs products

Develop and coordinate Public Affairs Guidance (PPAG), talking points (TPs), and other communication strategies to support CENTCOM’s operational plans

Establish functional relationships with CENTCOM directorates, such as J3, J5, and others, to ensure proper integration of public affairs elements in operational plans

Participate in CENTCOM’s B2C2WG organizational construct to track the integration of communication equities into planning efforts

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including interagency and international partners, to ensure synchronization of information-related capabilities

Advise leadership on strategic and regional concerns and recommend solutions to enhance communication efforts

Ensure that all public affairs products are coordinated with higher Public Affairs authorities, subordinate commands, and other government entities for a cohesive communication approach

Provide crisis and contingency response support as directed by CCPA leadership

Support emergent 24/7 surge requirements during crises or unforeseen events

Maintain a TS/SCI clearance and comply with all travel and operational readiness requirements

Information Gathering: search and collect data from diverse sources, including online platforms, databases, publications, and reports

Analysis: analyze the collected information to identify trends, patterns, and insights that may be valuable for the organization. This will involve data analysis, content analysis, or other analytical techniques

Assessment of Credibility: evaluate the credibility and reliability of the information gathered to ensure that accurate and trustworthy data is used for decision-making

Reporting: prepare reports, summaries, or presentations based on analysis to communicate findings to relevant stakeholders within the organization

Monitoring and Alerting: continuously monitor sources for new information relevant to the organization and set up alerts or notifications to ensure timely awareness of important developments

Risk Assessment: assess potential risks and opportunities based on the information gathered, helping the organization to make informed decisions and mitigate potential threats

Collaboration: collaborate with other Specialists or departments within the organization to share insights and coordinate responses to emerging issues

Tool and Technology Utilization: stay updated on tools and technologies used for information gathering and analysis, such as data mining software, social media monitoring tools, and analytical platforms

Stakeholder Engagement: engage with external stakeholders to exchange information, collaborate on analysis efforts, and build partnerships for mutual benefit

Legal and Ethical Compliance: ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards governing the collection and use of publicly and commercially available information, including privacy laws and intellectual property rights

Training and Development: provide training to colleagues on effective methods for gathering and analyzing publicly and commercially available information or contribute to the development of best practices within the organization

Crisis Response: During crisis situations or emergencies, provide real-time updates and analysis to support decision-making and response efforts

Quality Assurance: ensure the accuracy, relevance, and reliability of the information analyzed, employing rigorous quality assurance processes to maintain high standards of data integrity

Strategic Planning: participate in strategic planning processes by providing insights and recommendations based on the analysis of publicly and commercially available information, helping to shape the organization's goals and priorities

Qualification

TS/SCI clearanceJoint strategic planningMaster's degreePlanning experienceInformation-related planningJoint Professional Military EducationCorporate MarketingCrisis responseStakeholder engagementData analysis

Required

Must have a minimum TS/SCI clearance prior to Contract award. Interim TS or TS//SCI clearances will not be considered acceptable

Comprehensive experience in joint strategic planning

Graduation from one of the following programs: Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS), School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS), School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW), Maritime Advanced Warfighting School (MAWS), Senior Service College equivalent

A master's degree

Minimum of 10 years of planning experience

At least 5 years of planning experience at a Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters

A minimum of 5 years of planning experience in at least one information-related area (Public Affairs (PA), Information Operations (IO), Key Leader Engagements (KLE), or Civil Affairs (CA))