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Lead Specialist – International Government Affairs

GE Renewable Energy Technologies
Full-time
Remote
Public Relations

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Reporting into the Director of International Government Affairs, this role will support the global government affairs leadership team in executing on its objectives and priorities.
  • Support GEV leadership presence at key global events, including New York Climate Week, COP, Global Energy Forum, and others.
  • Coordinate efforts on briefings for government meetings and engagements, through close coordination with business units to ensure an aligned and consistent GE Vernova message to government stakeholders
  • Coordinate engagements with global international organizations, ensuring GE Vernova maximizes value from existing partnerships, sponsorships and memberships.
  • Monitor and analyze global geopolitical news with the government affairs team, including elections updates, stakeholder mapping, energy sector policies, etc.
  • Provide in-depth analyses and recommendations of strategic policy announcements, including global ambitions
  • Work closely with functional partners including Communications, Legal, Marketing and others
  • Coordination of global advocacy requests and ensuring alignment and responsiveness to relevant stakeholders
  • Establishing standard work for function briefings, monthly meetings, events, and other rhythms where required

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge or experience in economics, law, political science, or public policy
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze policy and political events and succinctly communicate outcomes and recommendations to leadership
  • Attention to detail and capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Team player able to work in a matrix organization with individuals across functions and time zones
  • Experience working on government affairs matters is an advantage, including in international organizations, other private sector companies, or government. 
  • Knowledge of international government affairs, regulations, policies, funding programs, and priorities
  • Fluency in English is required

Desired Characteristics

  • Proactive attitude, identifying areas of improvement for the team and recommending opportunities for improvement
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate Powerpoint presentations, creating clear drafts for leadership
  • Proven ability to execute effectively on priority tasks and responsibilities
  • Ability to build strong working relationships within a matrix organization
  • Advanced communication skills - both written and verbal
  • Ability to deal effectively with people and work in diverse multinational teams

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position