Public Affairs SpecialistVestas

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   Monitor all political, legislative, and regulatory developments relevant for Vestas and communicate internally when needed. Prepare policy notes.
•  Develop advocacy strategy, policy positioning and recommendations
•  Develop and maintain relationships with key policymakers from government & regulatory agencies - such as DMRE, DTIC, IPP Office, NERSA or ESKOM - to understand and support shaping energy policy. Organize meetings with them for Vestas representatives.
•  Represent Vestas and speak at industry conferences and industry associations such as SAWEA
•  Support Vestas's political agenda, marketing and branding activities, acting as "Vestas Ambassador"
•  Engage with Development Team to improve project development in RSA from a regulatory perspective
•  Support Finance Team in leveraging public and private financing for Vestas´ wind projects
•  Engage with Construction Team to support the execution of Vestas´ projects in South Africa
•  Support business development efforts in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) emerging markets for wind power and for Power-to-

Qualifications

•  + 7 years of experience in the field of Public Affairs /Government Relations, policy, regulatory affairs
•  Solid networking skills and being able to present him or herself professionally and confidently
•  Relevant postgraduate degree (e.g., political science, international relations, business, engineering)

Competencies

•  Knowledge on the Energy Sector, Renewable/Wind Energy Market will be considered a favorable asset
•  Working experience from the public sector or from the private sector in a stakeholder relations or business development role will be an asset
•  Practical mind-set combined with solid and effective communication skills
•  Good business knowledge and ability to bridge policy activities with business objectives
•  High English written and oral skills