Public Affairs Planner, Senior

CACI International Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

CAC I International Inc. seeks a Senior Public Affairs Planner to develop and synchronize PA strategies and outreach to support commander priorities and strategic messaging.

You will advise leaders, integrate PA into operational planning, and oversee messaging products for timely communication with partners and the public. The role involves coordinating with government agencies and media, monitoring narratives, and analyzing campaign effectiveness to refine messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience supporting Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Communications Planning, or related mission areas.
• Experience coordinating with government agencies, media organizations, senior leaders, and external stakeholders in support of communication objectives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing strategic communication products, briefings, and decision-support materials for leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and synchronize Public Affairs (PA) strategies, communication plans, and outreach activities that support commander priorities, operational objectives, and strategic messaging goals.
• Advise senior leaders, Public Affairs personnel, and stakeholders on communication strategies, audience engagement approaches, messaging opportunities, and media considerations.
• Integrate Public Affairs activities into operational planning processes to ensure alignment with campaigns, operations, exercises, and engagement efforts.
• Develop and oversee public messaging products, including press releases, talking points, media guidance, communication plans, briefing materials, and digital content strategies.
• Coordinate with media organizations, government agencies, mission partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and effective communication.
• Monitor media environments, public sentiment, emerging narratives, and misinformation trends to identify risks, opportunities, and recommended response actions.
• Analyze communication performance metrics, audience engagement data, and campaign effectiveness to refine messaging and improve communication outcomes.
• Plan and support media engagements, press conferences, outreach campaigns, leadership engagements, and public affairs events to advance organizational objectives.

Job description

Job Title: Public Affairs Planner, Senior

Job Category: Communications

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

Join a team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative irregular warfare and operations expertise. CACI is looking for individuals to join a program that delivers mission-critical advisory, training, and operational support services that help mission partners stay ahead of rapidly evolving global threats. Working across geographic and functional combatant commands, these professionals play a vital role in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission-ready task forces that enhance joint force effectiveness and operational success.

This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact missions, collaborate with experienced professionals, and support strategic operations that strengthen our nation's defense capabilities around the world. Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace complex challenges, and are committed to mission excellence will find meaningful opportunities for growth and impact within CACI and on this team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and synchronize Public Affairs (PA) strategies, communication plans, and outreach activities that support commander priorities, operational objectives, and strategic messaging goals.


• Advise senior leaders, Public Affairs personnel, and stakeholders on communication strategies, audience engagement approaches, messaging opportunities, and media considerations.


• Integrate Public Affairs activities into operational planning processes to ensure alignment with campaigns, operations, exercises, and engagement efforts.


• Develop and oversee public messaging products, including press releases, talking points, media guidance, communication plans, briefing materials, and digital content strategies.


• Coordinate with media organizations, government agencies, mission partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and effective communication.


• Monitor media environments, public sentiment, emerging narratives, and misinformation trends to identify risks, opportunities, and recommended response actions.


• Analyze communication performance metrics, audience engagement data, and campaign effectiveness to refine messaging and improve communication outcomes.


• Plan and support media engagements, press conferences, outreach campaigns, leadership engagements, and public affairs events to advance organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience supporting Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Communications Planning, or related mission areas. Demonstrated experience developing communication strategies, media engagement plans, public messaging products, and executive communication materials.


• Experience coordinating with government agencies, media organizations, senior leaders, and external stakeholders in support of communication objectives.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing strategic communication products, briefings, and decision-support materials for leadership.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, International Relations, or a related field.


• Experience supporting Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, Department of Defense organizations, or government communication programs.


• Demonstrated experience integrating Public Affairs activities with Information Operations (IO), Operations in the Information Environment (OIE), strategic communications, audience analysis, or influence-related activities.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. 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.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$65,000 - $136,500

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.