Public Affairs Specialist

Overview:
GovCIO is currently hiring for Public Affairs Specialist to Support the Public Affairs Director to assist in advising the Commander with plans, coordinates, synchronizes, executes, and assesses all OTH-CT communication efforts. Recommends and implements communication strategies to the Commander with plans. Support to the PAO Director includes assistance with all SOJTF-C communication efforts, to include public affairs assessments, command synchronization and execution. This position will be based out of Doha, Qatar and supports the CENTCOM AOR.

**Responsibilities**:
Supports the Public Affairs Director to assist in advising the Commander with plans, coordinates, synchronizes, executes, and assesses all OTH-CT communication efforts. Recommends and implements communication strategies to the Commander. Assists in developing guidance for subordinate communicators. Assist in coordination and communication actions with SOCOM, CENTCOM and SOCCENT to better ensure coordinated communication effects on OTH-CT operations. Provides coordination and representation in planning and operations as needed. Advises the commander on audience attitudes and perceptions of policies, programs, and information needs. Coordinates with international and regional headquarters communicators. Coordinates strategic communication campaign within information operations plans to deconflict activities with intelligence and MISO efforts. Conducts regular visits to command units to assess their PA programs and provide recommendations.

Qualifications:
Required Skills and Experience:
Clearance Required: Secret
- Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience)
- Possess a military background with a minimum of eight years of military experience in the field of public affairs. Civil service is an acceptable substitution for military service.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

- Linguist in Arabic
- Experience supporting U.S. Military Special Operations

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Company Overview:
GovCIO is a team of transformers-people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range: USD $90,000.00 - USD $92,000.00 /Yr.