USSOCOM J3-I Senior International Relations Strategy SME

The Ascendancy Group's Mission

To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.

*This position is contingent upon contract award*

Overview

The Ascendancy Group is seeking experienced professionals to support the USSOCOM Directorate of Operations (J3), J3-International (J3-I) Division, in advancing collaboration, interoperability, and strategic engagement across the global Special Operations community. J3-I strengthens alliances, enhances multinational readiness, and supports USSOCOM's network of Special Operations Liaison Officers while integrating insights from Allied and Partner Nation SOF into enterprise planning. This effort directly contributes to the development of an international SOF Common Operating Picture and enables partners to deter in competition, respond in crisis, and prevail in conflict. Team members will play a key role in supporting international engagement programs, managing strategic relationships, and ensuring world-class support to international SOF representatives assigned to USSOCOM.

In support of the J3-I Engagements Branch, this role helps plan, coordinate, and execute high-level multinational events and conferences, providing research, staffing, itinerary development, and preparation of official correspondence and briefing materials. The role requires extensive coordination across DoD organizations, U.S. Embassies, and partner nations worldwide, and relies on strong planning, writing, and communication skills to ensure seamless execution of all engagements.

Security Requirement:

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Research and prepare read-ahead packages (on average up to 4 per month), to include strategic objectives, key themes, and messages, talking points, biographies, previous conference read-outs and other supporting documents, in support of J3 Directorate, and the Command Group international Engagements as required.


• Draft and recommend an international engagement strategy for the Division, Directorate and Command Group (as required) to support and achieve the Command's objectives.


• Provide international relations expertise and advice to the leadership with regards to bi-lateral and multi-lateral international engagements.


• Provide quality assurance as required, expertise and support to the drafting of international correspondence.


• Respond to RFIs from the Division, Directorate and Command Group leadership regarding International Key Leader Engagements.


• Maintain coordination with the J2, J3 and J5 Director's Action Groups regarding situational awareness of command priorities and strategies for engagements.


• Maintain situational awareness and expertise regarding current U.S. policy and strategy for international relations.


• Perform close-out and escort duties as part of the Division's Security Procedure.


Position Requirements:

• Master's degree in international security studies.


• Recent experience (last 3 years) demonstrating successful development, coordination, & execution of strategic level engagements on a Commander's Action Group at the Combatant Command/4-star level.


• 1-year recent experience demonstrating successful development, coordination, & execution of strategic level engagements on a Commander's Action Group or Political Advisor at the COCOM/TSOC level.


• 3 years' experience using analytic and communication skills to prepare staff and coordinate written products and briefings for senior leader (general officer/flag officer/senior executive service level) use.


• 3 years' recent experience in developing business and communication strategies intended to achieve strategic objectives.


The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust.

We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of War or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security.

If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!