International Engagement Support Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Opportunity (Full-Time): International Engagement Support Subject Matter Expert (SME) – J3-I Engagement & Support Branch

Bottom Line Up Front: Hoplite Group is seeking an International Engagement Support SME to support the Directorate of Operations, J3-International (J3-I) Division at U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). This role supports multinational engagement planning, executive-level coordination, international conference support, and partner nation integration efforts across the global SOF enterprise.

Location: On-site support at HQ USSOCOM, MacDill AFB, FL, with CONUS and OCONUS travel as required in support of the SOF enterprise.

Position Type: Full-Time Contract Opportunity

Availability: September 2026 / Contingent Upon Contract Award

Objective: Support USSOCOM J3-International (J3-I) engagement and support efforts through multinational event coordination, executive-level engagement support, international personnel integration, and administrative support to partner nation SOF personnel and leadership activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Communications, or other social sciences.
• 5 years of experience using marketing or communication skills, both written and oral, including preparation of written products for senior leaders (General Officer, Flag Officer, or Senior Executive Service level).
• Demonstrated executive writing skills.
• 1 year of experience in a multinational environment. Experience may include military, academic, business, non-governmental organization, or another U.S. Government agency environment.
• Desired: Basic language proficiency (1/1 basic conversation/writing) in a Romance or European language (e.g., French, Spanish, Italian, or other).
• Experience as an event planner for executive-level conferences and engagements.
• Experience in the use of social media analytic tools.
• Ability to organize complex inter-governmental events for 500+ personnel.
• Current DoW Secret clearance and eligibility for SECRET access.