Strategic Communications

Synopsis: The overall goal of the Joint Training Counter-IED Operations Integration Center (JTCOIC) is to provide expertise and training to units deploying to theater on efficient and effective utilization of the Joint IED Defeat Organization (JIEDDO) Counter-IED Operations Integration Center (COIC). The JTCOIC is responsible for coordinating the training of deploying units on joint, national and interagency intelligence, C-IED and emerging asymmetric capabilities gleaned from the JIEDDO COIC; integrating processes, practices, concepts and materiel capabilities into Joint and Service DOTMLPF solutions; and coordinating with the training centers to provide realistic enemy and environmental signatures into models and simulations in support of realistic intelligence collection and analysis. Position is located in Newport News, Virginia

Basic Functions:  The Strategic Engagement Directorate provides support to the JTCOIC’s internal and external outreach and communication efforts. It represents JTCOIC to, and is responsible for coordinating with, higher headquarters (U.S. TRADOC and JIEDDO) strategic communications, protocol and strategic engagements directorates. It is responsible for coordinating visitors, conferences, outreach, and strategic written and oral communications involving military, government, industry, academic and interagency stakeholders. In addition to supporting these functions, the incumbent must become a JTCOIC subject matter expert and be able to brief both the holistic visitor briefing and those of each JTCOIC directorate to a wide range of audiences. Incumbent must be at ease briefing the across the spectrum of leadership levels, including those from all Services and the Joint Forces Command, training institutions, enterprise partners, competitors and potential stakeholders. The incumbent must possess in-depth understanding of how U.S./Joint forces conduct irregular warfare, how IED threat networks operate and how the COIC functions to counter IED networks and other asymmetric threats. The incumbent must possess excellent writing and organizational skills, be able to assess critical situations and respond with solutions. They must have demonstrated project management and presentation skills. The position will require detailed coordination among many organizations and will require the ability to adapt to fast-paced, changing environments. Incumbent must be able to work as part of a team, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively and pay close attention to detail. Being able to “think on your feet” to resolve unplanned issues and problems that arise while planning on-site and off-site meetings and events is critical to the success of this position. The incumbent must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to deal effectively and professionally with a variety of persons, including the highest level of military and government leaders; sensitivity to protocol issues and requirements is a must. The incumbent is responsible to the Director of Strategic Engagements for overall conference/event management. Travel estimated to be 10%. 

Duties: The Communications Specialist:

·         Is an effective and dynamic oral communicator with proven experience as a briefer to military audiences in both formal and in-formal settings.  Able to effectively present information one-on-one, to small and large groups and to respond to questions with authority and accuracy.

·         Displays original thinking and creativity and develops innovative approaches and ideas for briefings and other strategic communication initiatives.

·         Assists with coordination of visits of JTCOIC stakeholders.

·         Attends team meetings and conferring with director regarding the status of specific visits or events.

·         Supports pre-visit coordination for facility and information technology requirements.

•        A minimum of ten years experience providing presentations to senior military leaders.

•        Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

•        Excellent written and oral communications skills

•        Strong Microsoft Office products skills

•        TS/SCI Clearance required.

•        Possess in-depth understanding of Service/Joint Intelligence processes, procedures and capabilities as well as how IED/Asymmetric networks operate.