EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company's PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

The JV is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to work with our team to support the Public/Government Relations (PR/GR) Manager and the Development Team to help contribute and drive the external affairs for Atlantic Shores Project 1as well as the community and government outreach strategies for the JV and its associated portfolio of mid-Atlantic offshore wind projects. This role will include external facing tasks such as organizing and hosting events, developing and delivering project print and digital content that supports the JV's mission and vision as well as needs of both parent companies.

As a member of the Atlantic Shores Development Team, the External Affairs (EA) Lead will work with both the JV and parent organization executive staff as well as multiple consultants as we collaborate or interface with various stakeholders across New Jersey and the New York metro area.

The EA Lead will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of Atlantic Shores external affairs efforts. The EA Lead will support the PR/GR Manager and the Development Team and serve as an external affairs liaison on behalf of the organization, requiring a thorough understanding of public and government relations campaigns, media and outreach strategies, and innovative approaches to reach and respond to key audiences/stakeholders, while maintaining a commitment to the organization's mission.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized have deep experience managing situations with a diverse staff and with multiple stakeholders in an active and challenging environment.

Management Support

Responsible for supporting the PR/GR Manager and external affairs initiatives, including the implementation of work plans, timelines, specific analyses to be completed, oversight of budgets and budget requests, and individual responsibilities.
• Tracking the impact of the initiatives and programs.
• Coordinate and track primary strategies of Public Affairs, Marketing, Government Affairs, and Stakeholder engagement.
• Other duties as assigned.

External Relations Support

• Serve as a relationship liaison with private sector partners, industry associations, and relevant academic and government stakeholders directly or supporting external facing team members for Atlantic Shore Project 1
• Manage sponsorship and conference opportunities and associated follow up items
• Working collaboratively with offshore leadership and development teams.
• Provide support to Community Liaison consultants as they interact with shoreside communities and other stakeholders.
• Support internal team members on messaging and outreach
• Track stakeholder engagement plans, communication plans, and community economic development initiatives and partnerships.
• Identify potential program and initiatives via conversations with industry stakeholders and monitors successful programs from other states and countries.
• Support other team members on outreach where needed.

Other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor's degree in the areas of communications, political science, environmental policy, or a comparable field. An advanced degree is a plus
• At least 2 years of experience in energy-related field or external affairs background
• Experience working in New Jersey, specifically the coastal communities of Central and/or South New Jersey (Atlantic City, NJ) is required

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Ability to quickly work into new tasks and accommodate with new circumstances in a dynamic environment
• Experience in strategic advocacy campaigns
• Exemplify flexibility, an ability to work independently, to be highly organized, and an attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Able to work within complex situations and challenging relationships with confidence, confidentiality, and tact
• Comfortable in supporting other team members in their external facing roles
• Operating style suited to working in a small team environment where teamwork, creativity and flexibility are valued
• Existing professional relationships with local utility representatives, logistics suppliers, offshore contractors, developers, government representatives and others are a plus

Physical Requirements:

Ability to travel every month to an Atlantic Shores or parent office for 3-5 days at a time. Travel to events will also be required on an as needed basis but may include up to 1 event per week at certain times of year.

Working Conditions:
Normal office environment. Travel includes visits to stakeholder communities, other Atlantic Shores offices, industry conferences and other locations appropriate for the development function. Will spend time in meetings related to strategic planning, financial reviews, and special projects; meetings with potential organizational partners and key stakeholder representatives, and others related to/interested in the offshore wind industry.

Pay range: $100,013 to $166,688 annually

This role's annual base salary range is between $100,013 and $166,688.

In addition, EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employment incentives, including.

• Competitive Bonus incentives: This position is eligible for our annual bonus program
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness premium coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Rewarding 401k Package: EDF Renewables provides a generous contribution with immediate vesting

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable time off programs, including paid parental leave
• Rewarding Learning & Development Opportunities
• Supportive Mentorship & Buddy Programs

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of Delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.