Government Relations Lead - Kenya

Location: Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Job Schedule: Full time
Experience Level: Manager/Supervisor

About the Role

BURN is seeking a Government Relations Lead who will be responsible for developing and executing effective government relations strategies that align with the organization’s business plans and interests. This role will support the Director of Corporate Affairs to ensure BURN successfully navigates the political landscape and advocates for its interests.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the policy environment and political processes in East Africa. They should have excellent interpersonal skills, an 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 policy team initiatives, managing crisis communication, and ensuring all communication with public officials aligns with BURN’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 goals.

• Stakeholder Engagement

  • Initiate and maintain relationships with government representatives, policymakers, and other stakeholders.

• Monitoring Legislation

  • Track and analyze legislative and regulatory developments that may impact the organization and provide timely updates to leadership.

• Advocacy and Lobbying

  • Advocate for the organization’s interests, preparing position papers, briefs, and presentations to communicate key messages effectively.

• Policy Analysis

  • Evaluate existing and proposed policies, providing insights and recommendations to inform organizational responses.

• Collaboration

  • Work with cross-functional teams, including Communications, Carbon, Commercial, and Legal departments to ensure a cohesive approach to government relations.

• Event Coordination

  • Attend meetings, briefings, and events with government officials to foster dialogue and promote the organization’s initiatives.

• Public Affairs

  • Lead projects on public affairs strategies to enhance the organization’s reputation and visibility within the government sector.

• Reporting

  • Prepare reports and analyses on government relations activities, outcomes, and strategic recommendations.

• Messaging and Content Development

  • Develop content for external affairs, including white papers, position papers, press releases, speeches, presentations, and other materials to promote the organization's brand and values. Ensure all communications are consistent, accurate, and aligned with the company's tone of voice and messaging guidelines.

• Crisis Communication

  • Assist in managing communication with government stakeholders during times of crisis to maintain trust and transparency.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Communications, Public Relations, Law, or a related field. A Master’s degree or postgraduate certification in social sciences is desirable.

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in government relations, public relations, or related roles.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.

• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Knowledge of best practices in corporate communication, crisis management, and media relations.

• Exceptional writing skills to compose engaging and accurate content for external audiences.

• Strong communicator who works well both independently and with a team.

• Resourceful and proactive, with the ability to take initiative with minimal direction.

Application Process

To apply, visit the Government Relations Lead - Kenya job application link.

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