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Public Affairs Specialist (#24-025)
Job Code:24-025
Location:Arlington, VA
FT/PT Status:Full Time
Required Clearance:Secret
  
Strategic Analysis, Inc. (SA) is seeking a versatile, skilled Public Affairs Specialist to support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Director's Office. It is of paramount importance to exceed our client expectations with high integrity and focused attention to program deliverables.

This support includes the following tasks:
 
Ability to analyze and synthesize complex technical information and translate that information concisely, accurately and with sufficient clarity to be understood by non-experts; exceptionally strong story-telling skills and ability to develop creative approaches to communicating information, including through public conversations and presentations; thorough understanding of and facility with print, broadcast and digital social mediums; excellent judgment relating to the potential social and political implications of defense-related activities.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple work streams and responsibilities, set and meet demanding deadlines and display patience and diplomacy when working under pressure; display a high level of energy, stamina and drive and a passion for continued learning and improvement.
 
Qualification Requirements:

Education:
  • BS/BA related field
 
Clearance:
  • Eligible for Active DoD Secret Clearance
 
Experience:
  • 10 years' experience 
  • Strong spelling and grammar skills and ability to put documents in proper format is required. 
  • Prior experience supporting executive-level personnel.  
 
Desired skills:
  • At least three (3) years of experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and public communication skills, including mastery of principles and practices relevant to both written and spoken communications.
  • Additional education or relevant professional certifications highly desirable. 
 
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