Plans Officer

Responsibilities

• Maintain situational awareness of CENTCOM's current and future planning and exercise priorities.
• Develop and coordinate written Public Affairs Guidance (PAG), talking points (TPs), or other appropriate communication products on issues and operations.
• Develop Public Affairs and communication strategies, followed up with documentation to support CENTCOM operational plans, such as Annexes, FRAGOs, and EXORDs.
• Establish and maintain functional relationships with the command’s directorates with respect to CENTCOM engagements and exercises in the AOR, including the development of supporting public affairs plans or products and coordinating those plans or products with both higher PA authorities and subordinate PA commands.
• Participate in CENTCOM's Boards, Bureaus, Centers, Cells, and Working Groups (B2C2WG) organizational construct as necessary, as well as support emergent 24/7 shift surge requirements when necessary, in case of crisis or other unforeseen daily events or as directed by CCCI director.
• Develop and coordinate plans for, and participate in, CONUS and OCONUS exercises in support of CENTCOM’s exercise program.
• Coordinate with other information related capabilities internal to U.S. Central Command and external at subordinate and higher headquarters as well as across the interagency.
• Review/manage other requests such as FOIAs, DOPSRs and TMTs.
• Support emergent 24/7 shift surge requirements such as Crisis Action Team standup or Focal Point Operations Center, when necessary, in case of crisis or other unforeseen events or as directed by Director, CCPA.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques.
• Ability to develop broad, organization-wide communication strategies that support identified communication goals, needs, and objectives.
• Knowledge of global outreach dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of the U.S. military structure, culture, and language.
• Excellent communication, briefing, public affairs, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate as a team.

Skills

• Previous public affairs experience.

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success.

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