Senior Associate/Associate Manager - Strategy Initiative

Senior Associate/Associate Manager - Strategy Initiative

Key Responsibilities:

Government and Stakeholder Engagement:

- Build and maintain relationships with state and central government ministries, departments, and chambers of commerce.

- Represent the company in meetings, industry forums, and events to advocate business interests.

- Collaborate with policy think tanks, consulting organizations, and international bodies to influence favorable policy decisions.

Policy Advocacy and Monitoring:

- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting the business.

- Draft policy briefs, position papers, and communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.

- Advocate for policy changes that align with the company's strategic goals.

Business Development:

- Identify and pursue business opportunities aligned with government policies and programs.

- Collaborate with internal teams to integrate business strategies with public policy initiatives.

Grant Acquisition and Management:

- Identify grants suitable for technology and sustainability projects.

- Prepare and submit grant proposals while ensuring compliance with requirements.

- Manage relationships with grant-making bodies and oversee grant utilization.

Internal Collaboration and Communication:

- Align government affairs strategies with business development objectives.

- Communicate updates on government and business initiatives to senior leadership.

- Provide guidance and training on legislative and regulatory developments to internal teams.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

- 3-5 years of experience in government relations, public policy, or business development.

- Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes at state and central levels.

- Proven ability to engage with ministries, chambers of commerce, and policymakers.

- Experience in handling in-person meetings with key stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies:

- Strategic thinking and the ability to align public policy with business objectives.

- Strong relationship-building skills with ministries, chambers, and other stakeholders.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Analytical skills to assess the impact of legislative and regulatory changes.

- Grant management experience for sustainability and technology initiatives.

Additional Requirements:

- Willingness to travel extensively for in-person engagements.