Government Relations and Policy Lead - DRC

About The RoleBURN is looking for a Government Relations and Policy Lead who will be responsible for developing and executing effective government relations strategies that represent the organization's business plans and interests. This role supports the Director of Corporate Affairs to ensure that the organization effectively navigates the political landscape and advocates for its interests.Candidates will show a good understanding of the policy environment and political processes in DRC. Ideally, candidates will have excellent interpersonal skills as well as a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Corporate Affairs, Head of Carbon Strategy and Head of Communications to drive BURN's mission and vision with governments, enhancing the company's brand while supporting the policy team initiatives managing crisis communication, and ensuring that all communication with public officials is aligned with the organization's goals and values.Duties and Responsibilities:Strategic Planning: Implement government relations strategies to engage with government officials and agencies that align with the organization’s goalsStakeholder Engagement: Initiate and maintain relationships with government representatives, policymakers, and other stakeholdersMonitoring Legislation: Track and analyse legislative and regulatory developments that may impact the organization, providing timely updates to leadershipAdvocacy and Lobbying: Advocate for the organization’s interests, preparing position papers, briefs, and presentations to communicate key messages effectivelyPolicy Analysis: Evaluate existing and proposed policies, providing insights and recommendations to inform organizational responsesCollaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including Communications, Carbon, Commercial, and Legal departments to ensure a cohesive approach to government relationsEvent Coordination: Attend, as might be required from time to time, meetings, briefings, and events with government officials to foster dialogue and promote the organization’s initiativesPublic Affairs: Lead projects on public affairs strategies to enhance the organization’s reputation and visibility within the government sectorReporting: Prepare reports and analyses for government relations activities, outcomes, and strategic recommendationsDevelop messaging and content for external affairs, including white papers, position papers, press releases, speeches, presentations, and other materials that enhance the organization's brand and promote its values, ensuring all communications are consistent, accurate, and aligned with the company's tone of voice and messaging guidelinesEnhance the effectiveness of government relations efforts within an organization by curating communications that target the government as follows: Message Development: Craft clear, consistent messages that align with the organization's goals and resonate with government stakeholdersStakeholder Engagement: Help identify and engage key government officials, agencies, and influencers, fostering relationships that can benefit the organizationInformation Dissemination: Manage communication channels to share information about the organization’s initiatives, policies, and impacts with government entitiesAdvocacy and Lobbying Support: Assist in developing advocacy strategies and materials including press releases, ensuring that the organization’s positions are effectively communicatedMonitoring and Analysis: Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing insights and updates to inform organizational strategiesCrisis Communication: Help manage communication with government stakeholders to maintain trust and transparency in times of crisisEvent Coordination: Organize events, meetings, and briefings with government representatives to promote dialogue and collaborationSkills and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in public policy, Communications, Public Relations, Law or a related fieldMaster's degree or postgraduate certification in social sciences is desirable7 - 10 years of relevant experience in government relations, public relations, or related rolesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholdersAbility to work collaboratively across teams and departmentsStrong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteKnowledge of best practices in corporate communication, crisis management, and media relationsMust possess exceptional writing skills and be able to compose engaging and accurate content that resonates with external audiencesStrong communicator who works well independently and with a teamMust be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal directionQualified Female Candidates encouraged to ApplyBURN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).Powered by JazzHR82NhbA2ydg