SHINE Systems, LLC, is currently seeking an Engagement/Protocol Specialist located in Charlottesville, Virginia, Reston, Virginia, and Bethesda, Maryland.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate US and foreign visits and provide guidance on matters of protocol for ambassadors, foreign dignitaries, government and Congress and/or DoD officials.
• Develop programs associated with assigned visits and activities.
• Serve as liaison for protocol matters.
• Plan and manage events for visitors.
• Identify information needs of visitors and coordinate presentation materials.
  • Develop and customize briefings, audio-visual presentations and other creative means to communicate the mission, capabilities and contributions to national security.
  • Identify individuals and groups the Center should engage with as part of Outreach and Engagement.
  • Identify successes and improvements and monitor progress toward strategic engagement objectives.
  • Ensure administrative and security procedures are strictly followed in regard to all levels of visits.
  • Ensure all official reports, published articles, and technical documents are appropriately edited and formatted prior to release.
  • Assist in developing articles for publication, ensuring full use of required Style Guides and SOPs.
  • Support all entities to ensure synchronization and reinforcement of the marketing and strategic communications plans.

    Experience/Education

• Assist with strategic review and planning of outreach events.
• Evaluate progress toward outreach objectives.
• Collect, analyze and report data on outreach program.
• At least five (5) years of protocol and/or visit engagement experience.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite applications (including but not limited to Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Project) and experience using SharePoint.