Edison Electric Institute · 3 weeks ago
Managing Director, Public Affairs
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$190K/yr - $290K/yr
15+ years expEdison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association representing all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. They are seeking a Managing Director, Public Affairs to lead their public affairs practice and provide strategic guidance to help member companies advance their policy priorities.
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Responsibilities
Lead EEI's public affairs practice and provide strategic public affairs and campaign guidance to help EEI member companies advance their policy priorities, particularly at the state and local level
Execute public affairs campaigns utilizing issue experts and third-party groups, research, grassroots, strategic communications, etc. as needed
Provide strategic public affairs guidance and direct assistance to EEI leaders and member company executives on state and local advocacy strategies
Draft and execute public affairs plans to support state and local legislative and regulatory advocacy initiatives
Support grassroots and stakeholder engagement efforts, including mobilization campaigns when appropriate
Develop successful industry-wide public affairs activities that will resonate with key stakeholders, including member companies, EEI partners, other associations, third-party experts, and the media
Build relationships with member company public affairs executives
Monitor, and offer insights on policy developments, industry and market dynamics, and media coverage impacting member companies and the industry with the ability to translate these developments into actionable communications and engagement strategies
Partner with media teams on communication campaigns to ensure consistent messaging
Manage the day-to-day work of EEI’s public affairs consultants and EEI’s Senior Manager of Public Affairs
Qualification
Required
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, preferably in communications or related field
15+ years of experience in public affairs, government affairs, journalism, media relations, and/or digital communications
Has a broad understanding of the goals of the organization and the industry and how their portfolio of expertise impacts overall industry goals/objectives
Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes
Proven ability to build credibility and influence with senior leaders and external partners, as well as relationship management and coalition building
Possesses sound judgment, political acumen, ability to navigate complex issues with discretion
Ability to operate in dynamic and high-visibility environment
Excellent communication skills
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness incentives and programs
Transportation subsidy
Professional development opportunities
Company
Edison Electric Institute
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association of U.S. Shareholder-Owned Electric Companies. EEI's members serve 95 percent of the
51-200 employees
Funding
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CFO
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