Farsi Open-Source Media Analyst

CACI International

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About The Position

As a CACI Farsi Regional Media Analyst, you will support the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Public Affairs Office (CCPA) which serves as the principal advisor to the Commander on all public communication and supports the command's theater objectives. CCPA supports the command's obligation to keep the American people and regional audiences informed about USCENTCOM operations that lead to defeating our adversaries, improving regional stability, and promoting and protecting U.S. interest in the USCENTCOM area of responsibility (AOR).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Active Secret security clearance
• Five years of relevant experience
• Must speak, read, and write Farsi; native Farsi language proficiency required
• Internet research and social media experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in a dynamic and highly political environment is required
• Must exhibit excellent organizational, time management, writing, editorial, and presentation skills

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• Experience as a cultural advisor
• Experience, knowledge, and understanding of U.S. military operations
• Experience and/or training in public affairs, public relations, journalism, corporate communication, or marketing
• TS/SCI security clearance

Responsibilities

• Track key regional media outlets to provide cultural and politico-military context to current events and offer advice to U.S. Central Command’s Public Affairs Office by writing media analysis reports on a weekly basis.
• Translate news articles and engagements from Farsi to English and vice versa.
• Provide cultural advice to ensure the proper context of communication plans, messages, and talking points.
• Analyze and assess key events in the USCENTCOM area of responsibility based on knowledge of cultural context and recommend strategic responses.
• Track penetration and resonance of quotes and statements to measure the effectiveness of themes and messages.
• Monitor and engage on Farsi social media outlets such as forums, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
• Manage and update U.S. Central Command’s Farsi social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.).

Benefits

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
• At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees