Strategic Engagements Specialist II

About the role

The Strategic Engagements Specialist II is responsible for assisting in the intake, staffing, coordination, and execution of strategic engagement opportunities to build and strengthen the organization's relationships with key stakeholders. This role involves developing and implementing engagement strategies, collaborating with internal teams, and ensuring alignment with overall Agency objectives.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens.

Responsibilities

• Executes strategic engagement plans to foster positive relationships with key stakeholders.
• Maintains a roster of past and future engagement activities and provide weekly summary report, typically in a “5W” format or an AAR format.
• Builds and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders, partners, government agencies, and other key Department of Defense stakeholders.
• Acts as a primary point of contact and action officer between the DCSC and key stakeholders, conducting initial intake and review of all engagement request.
• Assists the DCSC to develop and implement communication strategies to effectively convey the organization's value proposition to stakeholders.
• Advocates for the organization's interests through various channels, including public speaking engagements, presentations, and written communications.
• Works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of engagement strategies with historic and developing operational initiatives.
• Facilitates collaboration and communication among internal teams to achieve common engagement goals.
• Plans daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor’s instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.
• Responsible for aiding in own self-development by being available and receptive to all training made available by the company.
• Responsible for keeping own immediate work area in a neat and orderly condition to ensure safety of self and co-workers.

Requirements

• The ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the Secret level.
• Experience supporting the Department of Defense in the same or similar capacity preferred.
• Experience supporting the Defense Health Agency and/or Military Health System highly desired.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and execute long-term engagement plans.
• Proven experience in strategic engagement, relationship management, or a related field.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts in a clear and compelling manner.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience using data and metrics to inform decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three to five (3-5) years professional experience required. Previous agency or consulting experience a plus.

Benefits

CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

Pay

The estimated pay range for this role is $60,000 to $85,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.