Job Brief
The Psychological Operations Officer plays a crucial role in military strategic communication and influence operations. Responsible for planning, executing, and assessing psychological operations, this role requires expertise in psychological warfare techniques, intelligence analysis, and effective messaging. Candidates should possess strong leadership abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and experience in tactical operations. This position is ideal for individuals with a background in military operations, psychology, or communications seeking to impact operational success through targeted psychological strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement psychological operations plans to support military objectives.
- Analyze target audiences to craft effective messages and campaigns.
- Coordinate with intelligence units to gather and interpret data for operational effectiveness.
- Conduct assessments to evaluate the impact of psychological operations on target populations.
- Train and mentor personnel in psychological operations techniques and strategies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate psychological operations within broader military strategies.
- Maintain situational awareness of evolving psychological tactics and strategies used by adversaries.
- Prepare and present briefings on psychological operations outcomes to senior leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, communication, military science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in military operations or psychological warfare.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data.
- Proficient in strategic communication and campaign planning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in conducting training and mentorship programs.
- Knowledge of psychological operations tools and methodologies.
- Military officer training or equivalent leadership experience is preferred.
Similar Job Titles
- Psychological Operations Specialist
- Psychological Warfare Officer
- Influence Operations Officer
- Military Information Support Operations Officer
- Strategic Communications Officer
- Human Factors Engineer
- Behavioral Analyst
- Operations Research Analyst
