Regional Media Analyst (CENTCOM Public Affairs Directorate)
Tampa, FL
Full Time
Mid Level
Opportunity: Regional Media Analyst
Bottom Line Up Front: Hoplite Group is seeking Regional Media Analysts to support contracted services for the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Public Affairs Directorate (CCPA). The Regional Media Analysts team, composed of seven (7) analysts, plays a pivotal role in supporting the Public Affairs process within CENTCOM. This team is essential for providing multilingual monitoring and analysis of Area of Operations (AOR)-specific foreign news sources, delivering timely and contextual insights on current events, and identifying trends on complex foreign affairs issues.
Location: The primary place of performance is at HQ CENTCOM, MacDill AFB. Other anticipated work may include TBD locations within the Continental United States (CONUS) or at locations within the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility.
Level of Effort: Full-time
Availability: Anticipate Spring-Summer 2026 start date.
Objective: Execute the following job responsibilities in support of the CENTCOM Public Affairs Directorate:
Qualifications & Skills:
Bottom Line Up Front: Hoplite Group is seeking Regional Media Analysts to support contracted services for the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Public Affairs Directorate (CCPA). The Regional Media Analysts team, composed of seven (7) analysts, plays a pivotal role in supporting the Public Affairs process within CENTCOM. This team is essential for providing multilingual monitoring and analysis of Area of Operations (AOR)-specific foreign news sources, delivering timely and contextual insights on current events, and identifying trends on complex foreign affairs issues.
Location: The primary place of performance is at HQ CENTCOM, MacDill AFB. Other anticipated work may include TBD locations within the Continental United States (CONUS) or at locations within the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility.
Level of Effort: Full-time
Availability: Anticipate Spring-Summer 2026 start date.
Objective: Execute the following job responsibilities in support of the CENTCOM Public Affairs Directorate:
- Multilingual Monitoring and Analysis:
- Provide multilingual monitoring of news and media sources within the CENTCOM AOR, delivering contextual analysis of significant events in real time.
- Identify and track media trends, focusing on political, economic, cultural, and security issues that influence public opinion and media sentiment.
- Utilize foreign language proficiency and regional expertise to analyze complex issues, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
- Regional Expertise and Strategic Support:
- Offer in-depth regional expertise, including knowledge of international relations, U.S. foreign policy, trade, economics, security, and terrorism as they pertain to the CENTCOM AOR.
- Advise CCPA leadership on the formulation of communication strategies based on media sentiment, regional dynamics, and key influencers.
- Media Coverage and Report Drafting:
- Draft comprehensive reports on significant regional events, ensuring that they are relevant, timely, and suitable for sharing with CENTCOM senior leaders and subordinate commands.
- Provide continuous analysis and updates on media coverage, tracking how issues evolve over time and how they impact public opinion
- Cultural and Linguistic Expertise:
- Provide cultural and language expertise to CCPA personnel, including written and oral translation and interpretation services.
- Update CENTCOM’s foreign-language social media platforms with culturally sensitive content that aligns with CENTCOM’s communication strategies, themes, and messages.
- Crisis and Surge Support:
- Be available to support urgent or unforeseen events, including providing analysis outside normal working hours during crises or other high-stakes situations.
- Facilitate timely responses during crises, ensuring that communication strategies are adapted to the rapidly changing media landscape.
- Travel and On-the-Ground Support:
- Accompany CCPA staff during travel to the CENTCOM area of responsibility or other locations as necessary, providing on-the-ground support for media monitoring and analysis.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Security Requirements: Must have a minimum TS/SCI clearance prior to Contract award. Interim clearances will not be considered acceptable.
- A Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent, with at least five (5) years of relevant experience in media analysis, regional studies, or related fields.
- Extensive experience in monitoring various forms of media (newspapers, magazines, online news, television broadcasts, social media) within the CENTCOM AOR.
- Language Proficiency: Must have 3/3/3 (or higher) proficiency in Reading, Speaking, Listening, and Writing according to the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) rating system or other comparable systems for languages like Arabic, Farsi, Mandarin, Russian, Hebrew, and Pashto.
- Data Analysis: Proficiency in organizing, analyzing, and interpreting media-related data, using tools such as Excel, SQL, or media monitoring software.
- Research Skills: Strong ability to conduct in-depth research and synthesize findings into actionable insights.
- Cultural Awareness: Deep understanding of cultural, social, and political dynamics in the CENTCOM AOR, particularly regarding media consumption patterns and influences.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings to diverse stakeholders.
- Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate media content for bias, credibility, and relevance, identifying emerging trends or shifts in sentiment.
- Networking: Establish and maintain relationships with key media professionals, experts, and government officials to gain valuable insights.
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