Strategic Outreach Specialist (Engagements Planner)
Job Category: Communications
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular-Long Term Assignment
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%
Type of Travel: Outside Continental US
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What You’ll Get To Do:
As a CACI-SOAS TSOC Strategic Outreach Specialist (Engagements Planner), you will serve in the Special Operations Command Africa (SOCAF) J5 to support the development and execution of the Theater Special Operations Command’s (TSOC) military engagements with African and Western Partner nations, NATO Allies, and other international partners and organizations. Coordinate and ensure all engagements are in accordance with relevant Campaign and Engagement Plans at the TSOC and the Geographic Combatant Command (USAFRICOM).
More about the role:
- Conduct outreach to and direct coordination with Western, International, and African Partner national SOCOMs, NATO SOF Command, European Union SOF, U.S. Africa Command, and U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM), and the interagency (Department of State / U.S. Agency for International Development), and other commands, units or institutions as required.
- Conduct outreach to and direct coordination with U.S. and international academic institutions as required for major engagement platforms conducted or supported by the TSOC, such as but not limited to, the International SOF Africa Synchronization (ISAS) working group; Multilateral Planning Groups (MPG); SILENT WARRIOR Senior Leader Symposium; FLINTLOCK Senior Leader Discussions; Senior / Key Leader Engagements, and the SOCOM SOF Collaboration & Alignment Forum (SCAF).
- Provide expertise in designing, developing, coordinating, executing, and sustaining a Theater Special Operations Command engagement program.
- Coordinate visits by General/Flag Officers and SES civilians, and their foreign/NGO/IGO equivalents.
- Other duties as required or directed in line with the requirements of this position. Work will be both Unclassified and Classified.
- Travel anticipated 2-3 times per fiscal quarter with travel within Europe and to Africa. Trip duration is generally three to five days although it could be longer depending on specific work requirements.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
- Active TOP SECRET Clearance with eligibility for SCI
- Bachelor's degree and 10 years of directly related military experience; OR 15 years of directly related military experience.
- Prior experience working directly with foreign partners.
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
- Prior SOF experience working in Africa or at the Theater Special Operations Command level.
- Experience with joint doctrine, joint strategic planning, and the joint operational planning process.
- Experience with DoD security cooperation planning and programming.
- Experience working with USG interagency departments and agencies.
- Experience working with high level engagements, conferences, travel, visas, security regulations.
What We Can Offer:
- CACI-Special Operations and Asymmetric Solutions Operating Group resides within CACI’s Operations Support and Services Sector. As the premier provider of Special Operations capabilities; Tactical Advisory and Embedded Support; intelligence Applications to Law Enforcement; security cooperation and OCONUS Training Support Delivery for the company, CACI-SOAS has a reputation for uncompromising standards of quality in its people and its performance. Joining the CACI-SOAS team is a mark of excellence for those employees who complete our rigorous Mission-Focused Staffing process.
- CACI-SOAS’s mission places its personnel against the government’s most critical emerging challenges. Work with us, and you’ll be working with a team making a difference across the globe.
- CACI-SOAS offers competitive benefits, generous flex time off as well as numerous learning and development opportunities.
As the Prime Contractor for this effort, CACI-SOAS offers unmatched stability and growth potential within the program.
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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 takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. 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.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here.
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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. Learn more here.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$82,100 - 172,400 USD
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.