Government Relations Officer

About the role

• BURN is looking for a Government Relations Officer who will be responsible for supporting the Corporate Affairs team’s execution of projects in all countries by creating and managing team tools and project plans for effective government relations that represent the organization's business plans and interests.
• Candidates will show a good understanding of the policy environment and political processes in Africa. Ideally, candidates will have excellent project management skills as well as a keen 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 Communications, Head of Electric Finance and Head of Carbon Strategy to create cross-departmental project management tools and processes that enshrine the company's mission, supports the policy team initiatives, manages crisis communication, and ensures that all external communication and activities are aligned with the organization's goals and values.

Skills and Experience

• 3 - 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant social science field.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Top-notch project management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Suite
• Excellent communication skills (speaking and writing)
• Exceptional multi-tasking skills
• Attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills