Communication Synchronization Planner – Strategic Messaging & Engagement Support

Ascendancy Group LTD 348973•Tampa, FL

30d

About The Position

Communication Synchronization Planner – Strategic Messaging & Engagement Support The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Ascendancy Group is seeking experienced professionals to support USCENTCOM’s communication synchronization efforts across strategic planning, public affairs, information operations, and key leader engagements. This role is essential to aligning communication strategies with operational plans and ensuring consistent messaging across the U.S. Government and coalition partners. Security Requirement: A Top-Secret/SCI Clearance is required This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of planning experience in one or more of the following areas: Public Affairs, Information Operations, Key Leader Engagements, or Civil Affairs.
Bachelor’s degree
Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance (TS/SCI or SECRET, depending on assignment location)

Nice To Haves

Completion of Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Phase I
Corporate marketing experience
Experience supporting USCENTCOM or operating within CENTCOM AOR
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior leaders

Responsibilities

Provide expertise in the development and synchronization of communication strategies and plans.
Contribute subject matter expertise during the drafting of Key Leader Engagement (KLE) policies.
Design and manage KLE tools and databases, including KLE data, read-outs, and strategic messaging content.
Support the development of communication initiatives, including themes, narratives, actions, activities, and audience identification.
Track strategic messaging from U.S. Government leaders to ensure alignment with Concept Plans and OPLANs.
Advise on methodologies for unifying communications across USCENTCOM, subordinate commands, Joint Staff, and interagency partners.
Integrate communication plans, operations, and assessments across Public Affairs, Information Operations, and KLE disciplines.
Coordinate with USCENTCOM directorates to align communication efforts with designated plans.
Prepare and deliver oral and written presentations, including briefings to senior leadership.
Develop and update Annex Y: Commander’s Communication Strategy for CONPLANs, OPLANs, and OPORDs.
Coordinate Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) requests in accordance with legal standards and USCENTCOM directives.
Conduct thorough file searches and advise CCJ5 on FOIA/MDR program compliance to ensure proper safeguarding and dissemination of information.