Public Affairs Planner, Senior

CACI; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CACI as a Public Affairs Planner, Senior, contributing to national security missions through strategic communications and coordinated public affairs plans. You’ll advise leaders, develop messaging, and integrate PA activities with operations to advance commander priorities.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of PA, media relations, or related experience, and the ability to coordinate with government and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in Public Affairs, strategic communications, or related areas.
• Experience developing communication strategies and executive materials.
• Coordination with government agencies, media, and senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and synchronize PA strategies, plans, and outreach activities.
• Advise senior leaders and stakeholders on communication strategies.
• Integrate PA activities into operational planning and campaigns.
• Create press releases, talking points, and media guidance.
• Coordinate with media, mission partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor media environments and trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Analyze metrics to refine messaging and improve outcomes.
• Plan media engagements, press conferences, and PA events.

Skills

Public Affairs

Strategic Communications

Media Relations

Communications Planning

Executive Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Job Title: Public Affairs Planner, SeniorJob Category: CommunicationsTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%Type of Travel: Local* * *

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.