Regional Media Analyst – Pashto

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.

Job Description

The Red Gate Group is seeking a Regional Media Analyst with Pashto language expertise to support the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Public Affairs Directorate (CCPA). This role is critical to shaping how CENTCOM understands, responds to, and engages with regional and global audiences across the Area of Responsibility (AOR).

As a member of the Regional Media Analyst Team, you will provide multilingual media monitoring, real-time analysis, and strategic insight to CCPA leadership, Strategic Communication Planners, Media Operations Analysts, and Assessment Analysts. Your ability to integrate linguistic fluency, regional expertise, and media analysis will directly inform senior leader decision-making and ensure public affairs efforts are synchronized with CENTCOM operations and strategic objectives.

Mission Context

CCPA serves as the principal advisor to the CENTCOM Commander on all internal and external communication strategies. The directorate ensures the American public and key regional audiences remain informed about CENTCOM operations that defeat adversaries, promote regional stability, and protect U.S. interests throughout the CENTCOM AOR.

The Regional Media Analyst Team plays a pivotal role in this mission by delivering timely, culturally informed analysis of foreign-language media, assessing sentiment, identifying emerging narratives, and tracking how public opinion evolves across complex operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

Media Monitoring & Analysis

• Conduct multilingual monitoring of foreign news, broadcast, and social media sources across the CENTCOM AOR.

• Provide real-time, contextual analysis of significant regional events, crises, and emerging narratives.

• Identify, track, and assess media trends related to political, economic, cultural, and security issues that influence public opinion.

• Analyze how media coverage evolves over time and assess its impact on regional perceptions of U.S. and coalition activities.

Regional & Linguistic Expertise

• Apply Pashto language proficiency and regional expertise to analyze complex foreign affairs issues with accuracy and cultural nuance.

• Provide in-depth regional insight on international relations, U.S. foreign policy, trade, economics, security, and terrorism as they relate to the CENTCOM AOR.

• Ensure all analysis reflects a deep understanding of regional media ecosystems, information environments, and influence dynamics.

Strategic Communications Support

• Advise CCPA leadership and communication planners on media sentiment, key narratives, and influential voices shaping regional discourse.

• Recommend media personalities, outlets, and influencers for potential engagement.

• Assess and report on media coverage resulting from interviews, engagements, and public affairs activities.

• Draft clear, concise, and actionable reports suitable for CENTCOM senior leaders and subordinate commands.

Digital Engagement & Reporting

• Update CENTCOM foreign-language social media platforms with culturally appropriate content aligned to command themes and messages.

• Recommend optimal engagement methods, including platform selection and timing, to maximize audience resonance.

• Develop recurring and ad hoc media products, briefs, and summaries in support of CCPA priorities.

Operational Support