Cultural​/Political Advisor

Requisition Number: 28851

Required Travel: 76 - 100%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $ - $

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of

Experience:

Mid HI

This opportunity resides with All‑Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All‑Domain Operations comprises multi‑domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision‑making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.

• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.

• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.

• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.

• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

HII–Mission Technologies is seeking experienced Cultural/Political Advisors to support U.S. Joint Special Operations Task Force–Somalia (JSOTF SOM). These positions are based primarily in Mogadishu, Somalia, with additional travel to locations within Somalia, Djibouti, and Kenya as mission requirements dictate. Advisors will provide Somali cultural, political, historical, and tribal insights to inform senior level engagements with the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), civic leaders, and tribal leaders.

This role ensures leadership decisions are informed by accurate understanding of local customs, socio political dynamics, and operational environments.

This position requires exceptional interpersonal skills, ILR Level 3 proficiency in Somali and English, and the ability to operate effectively in sensitive, high stakes, cross cultural environments.

• Approximately 10 trips per contract period (about 20 per year), averaging 5 days each, depending on mission needs.

• Standard workweek: 8 hours/day, 7 days/week (56 hours/week).

• Work will be conducted in austere and field environments with extreme heat, limited sanitation, and potential personal danger.

• Access to medical care may be limited during operations.

• Lodging, meals, workspace, computer equipment, and mission essential support items will be provided.

• Serve as a Somali Cultural/Political Advisor to JSOTF SOM senior leadership.

• Advise and assist during engagements with Federal Government of Somalia representatives, as well as civic and tribal leaders.

• Provide Somali to English and English to Somali interpretation and translation for meetings, communications, and official documentation.

• Apply knowledge of U.S. military operations, DoD and USSOCOM directives, and Somali political and cultural structures in daily advisory work.

• Understand and apply Title 10 USC Section 127e authorities and relevant policies.

• Collaborate with U.S. and Somali personnel to support development of reports, assessments, and operational products.

• Maintain a thorough understanding of JSOTF SOM campaign plans and objectives, providing analysis and best practice recommendations.

• Identify opportunities to improve engagement strategies with Somali government officials.

• Maintain productive working relationships with Somali governmental, civic, and tribal stakeholders.

• Prepare and deliver written and oral cultural and political assessments to support leadership decision making.

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.

• Minimum…