Int Relations Strategy SME

Universal Strategy Group Inc•Tampa, FL

About The Position

USGI is seeking an International Relations Strategy SME to research, plan, staff, draft official correspondence, itinerary development, briefing and read-ahead (RAH) preparation, coordination with multiple offices, commands and countries, and execution of all events. SME will work with personnel at all levels across DOD, with U.S. Embassies, and with partner nations around the globe. An experienced planner with excellent writing and communications skills is required. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Master’s degree in international security studies
Recent experience (last 3 years) demonstrating successful development, coordination, & execution of strategic level engagements on a Commander’s Action Group at the Combatant Command/4-star level
1-year recent experience demonstrating successful development, coordination, & execution of strategic level engagements on a Commander’s Action Group or Political Advisor at the COCOM/TSOC level
3 years’ experience using analytic and communication skills to prepare staff and coordinate written products and briefings for senior leader (general officer/flag officer/senior executive service level) use
3 years’ recent experience in developing business and communication strategies intended to achieve strategic objectives
Current DoW Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI access

Responsibilities

Research and prepare read-ahead packages (on average up to 4 per month), to include strategic objectives, key themes, and messages, talking points, biographies, previous conference read-outs and other supporting documents, in support of J3 Directorate, and the Command Group international Engagements as required.
Draft and recommend an international engagement strategy for the Division, Directorate and Command Group (as required) to support and achieve the Command’s objectives.
Provide international relations expertise and advice to the leadership with regards to bi-lateral and multi-lateral international engagements.
Provide quality assurance as required, expertise and support to the drafting of international correspondence.
Respond to RFIs from the Division, Directorate and Command Group leadership regarding International Key Leader Engagements.
Maintain coordination with the J2, J3 and J5 Director’s Action Groups regarding situational awareness of command priorities and strategies for engagements.
Maintain situational awareness and expertise regarding current U.S. policy and strategy for international relations.
Perform close-out and escort duties as part of the Division’s Security Procedure.