Lead- Media and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)

First Solar (US) • Phoenix, AZ

55d

About The Position

The Lead, Media and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) is responsible for supporting First Solar’s public affairs strategy. This role plays a critical part in enhancing situational awareness, monitoring critical developments, and synthesizing disparate information into cohesive narratives that inform the company’s positions, strategic decision-making, and executive communications.
The ideal candidate will be curious, detailed-oriented, and analytical. They will have a keen interest in policy, international relations, and geopolitics, and thrive on connecting dots across news, data, policy, and global events. They will be capable of drafting high-quality content for executive audiences and collaborating effectively across functions. They should also be digitally fluent and comfortable using AI tools to enhance research, analysis, and content development.
The associate will:
Apply intellectual horsepower to both problem solving and leveraging opportunities.
Be highly motivated, effectively combining passion for the company’s mission and for the role, with the ability to persevere in the face of challenges and ambiguity.
Be adept at independently managing multiple stakeholders and internal customers.
Bring to the table a high level of attention to detail, modeling strategic thought and execution excellence.
Embrace First Solar’s principles and its values of accountability, agility, and collaboration.
Exemplify creative thinking and disciplined execution.
Fully subscribe to the company’s vision and mission, delivering results with a strong sense of purpose.
Independently identify opportunities, secure buy-in, and deliver results.
Rapidly develop an understanding of the company and its operating environment that is both broad and deep.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, International Relations, Political Science, Journalism, or a related field.
• Fluency in English.
• 2–3 years of experience in media relations, intelligence analysis, or strategic communications.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Demonstrated interest in news, policy, and geopolitics.
• Experience with media monitoring and OSINT tools.
• Proficiency in AI tools for research and content development.
• Strong situational awareness and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience creating content for executive and policy communications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in fast-paced, high-stakes environments preferred.
• Working knowledge of Putonghua/Mandarin is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Actively monitor global news, policy developments, industry data, and geopolitical trends to identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Gather and analyze open-source intelligence to support enterprise-wide situational awareness.
• Draft and edit media materials, executive talking points, and briefing documents.
• Support the execution of media relations strategies, including media monitoring and engagement tracking.
• Use AI tools to enhance research, content creation, and situational analysis.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of messaging and intelligence outputs.
• Maintain awareness of brand reputation and media narratives relevant to First Solar.
• Contribute to internal reporting and executive summaries on key developments.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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