Cultural Advisor

The Ascendancy Group • Tampa, FL

2h

About The Position

Cultural Advisor

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
he Cultural Advisor position is a full-time position providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on AOR specific political, cultural, socio-economic, and influential moderate voices within the environment.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Security Requirement:TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility

Requirements

• Prior experience working in support of US Armed Forces or US government agencies
• US Citizenship with a current US Passport with 2 years remaining in validity
• Must be willing to deploy for periods of 180 - 365 days in support of US Forces
• Be familiar with, certified in, or have applicable operational/field time experience in: Military Deception (MILDEC); OPSEC; EW; Cyberspace operations
• Must possess excellent listening skills with the ability to pay attention to minute details, have excellent interpersonal skills, and be able to communicate clearly in the English language
• Linguists may be required to complete an annual evaluation and retesting process to determine eligibility for possible extension of services required

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Political Science, International Studies, Anthropology, Communication or a related field from an accredited and reputable institution
• Possess detailed knowledge of the operating environment to include Joint, Combined doctrine as well as the Primary country of interest laws and regulations
• A minimum of 4/4/4/ scores or higher in testing scores both in English and a 5/5/5/ in the Target Language
• Experience working with Information Operations/ MISO units.
• Native Heritage
• Proven abilities to provide Objective, Unbiased, & Logical cultural advisement.

Responsibilities

• Participates in USCENTCOM, Interagency, and Coalitions working groups, and serve as the Operational Cultural Advisor.
• Provides critical insight into the beliefs, behaviors, values, customs, language, and societal dynamics of target populations to enable planning, operations, and strategic communicators to create and disseminate culturally resonant messages.
• Reviews and provides recommendations to influence artifacts to verify cultural context and likely effectiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees