Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy. Job DescriptionPosition OverviewInvenergy is a leading independent developer of electric transmission and is building an energy reliability and resilience backbone for the United States through its portfolio of long-distance, high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission projects that span over 1,700 linear miles. The Director, Transmission Policy Advocacy will lead public policy advocacy campaigns, policymaker engagement, and community benefits and partnership initiatives to advance Invenergy’s transmission policy objectives while building Invenergy's reputation as a leading independent developer of electric transmission. The Director, Transmission Policy Advocacy be based out of Invenergy’s Washington, D.C. office and report to the SVP, Transmission Public Affairs while collaborating closely with Invenergy’s federal affairs, regulatory, permitting, and transmission business functions. The Director, Transmission Policy Advocacy will serve as a representative for Invenergy to key stakeholders and lead integrated, cross-functional public policy advocacy campaigns to support the expansion of needed transmission infrastructure to access and deliver diversified, domestic, affordable, and reliable energy and unlock economic opportunity for communities and workers.ResponsibilitiesPolicy Advocacy and Outreach<ul><li>Develop and execute advocacy strategies in partnership with internal Invenergy subject matter experts and external allies to promote favorable federal policies supporting transmission expansion.</li><li>Cultivate relationships with policymakers, government agencies, industry participants, and NGOs to advance organizational priorities and build coalitions in support of transmission infrastructure expansion; identify opportunities for strategic partnerships and alliances to amplify advocacy efforts and achieve common objectives.</li><li>Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, workshops, and other events, serving as a spokesperson and thought leader on transmission policy matters; including engaging with external stakeholders to understand their perspectives and concerns, incorporating feedback into advocacy strategies and policy recommendations.</li><li>Develop compelling messaging and communication materials to effectively articulate policy priorities and advocacy efforts.</li><li>Engage with media outlets, industry publications, and online platforms to raise awareness of key policy issues and advocate for policy solutions.</li></ul>Policy Development and Analysis<ul><li>Lead the development and analysis of federal legislative policy proposals relevant to and supportive of the expansion of merchant, interregional, and HVDC transmission.</li><li>Monitor legislative developments at the federal level, identifying opportunities to influence policy in alignment with organizational objectives.</li><li>Conduct research to assess the potential impact of proposed policies on transmission infrastructure expansion and energy markets.</li><li>Coordinate with, and support as needed, Invenergy’s Regulatory Affairs and State Government teams for transmission-related policy development and advocacy matters before FERC, RTOs, state PSCs and state legislatures, and promote organizational alignment on transmission-related issues across these venues and jurisdictions.</li></ul>Transmission Project Deployment and Community Benefits<ul><li>Conduct regular outreach in collaboration with the Federal and Regulatory Affairs teams to keep federal policy stakeholders informed and up-to-date on Invenergy’s major transmission portfolio projects, including outreach to state congressional delegations, the U.S. Department of Energy, other federal agencies, NGOs, and others.</li><li>Advance project- and portfolio-level community benefits and workforce planning, through direct management of the Senior Manager for Transmission Community Benefits; maintain familiarity with benefits planning frameworks used by DOE and other agencies and work to establish community and workforce partnerships and alliances.</li><li>Manage or support development of applications and advocacy on transmission-related federal funding opportunity announcements (FOAs), requests for information (RFIs), and other opportunities across the U.S. Government, as well as support or manage responses to transmission-related inquiries from federal agencies, in coordination with the Federal Affairs team, internal subject matter experts (SMEs), and project development teams. </li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in public affairs, policy advocacy, government relations, campaign politics, political communications, or a related field, with a focus on energy, infrastructure, or environmental policy.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, communications, economics, business, environmental studies, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in federal electric transmission policy, including familiarity with existing statutory and regulatory frameworks, ongoing reform efforts, federal funding opportunities to encourage transmission expansion, and key stakeholders involved</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and influence decision-makers.</li><li>Strong leadership skills with experience driving results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including experience managing staff and outside vendors and setting clear goals and objectives that align with organizational priorities and timelines.</li><li>Strategic thinker with the ability to analyze complex policy issues, develop innovative solutions, and drive implementation.</li><li>Role will be based in Invenergy’s Washington, DC office, and candidate must be located in the DC area</li><li>Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.</li></ul>BenefitsEligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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Director, Transmission Policy Advocacy

The TIR Consulting Group, LLC is looking for a Project Coordinator to begin March 2024. Led by economic and social theorist, Jeremy Rifkin, TIR Consulting Group, LLC is a principal advisor to heads of state of G20 nations and Fortune 500 companies on climate-related issues, the environment, and the transformation into a Third Industrial Revolution green economy.
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TIR Consulting Group, LLC is composed of the leading renewable energy companies, construction companies, architectural firms, urban planning companies, real estate companies, IT companies, power and utility companies, and transport and logistics companies involved in sustainable economic development and climate change initiatives.
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Mr. Rifkin is a principal architect of the European Union's long-term economic sustainability plan to address the triple challenge of the global economic crisis, energy security, and climate change. In the United States, Mr. Rifkin and his team served as a principal advisor to Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer on the US Build Back Better infrastructure plan passed into law in 2021. Mr. Rifkin is listed among the 10 most influential economic thinkers in the Huffington Post&rsquo;s global survey of the world&rsquo;s most influential voices.
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Mr. Rifkin is the best-selling author of twenty-two books that have been translated into more than thirty-five languages. His latest works include: The Age of Resilience (2022), The Green New Deal (2019), The Zero Marginal Cost Society (2014) and the New York Times best-seller, The Third Industrial Revolution (2011). Mr. Rifkin is a graduate of The Wharton School at The University of Pennsylvania and taught in the Wharton School&rsquo;s Executive Education and Advanced Management programs from 1995 &ndash; 2011. He is also the President of the Foundation on Economic Trends.
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For more information on TIR Consulting Group, LLC, please visit: www.foet.org
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Wikipedia website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeremy_Rifkin
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Third Industrial Revolution: A Radical New Sharing Economy Vice Film, starring Jeremy Rifkin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX3M8Ka9vUA
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Bloomberg profile article on Jeremy Rifkin: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-07-29/biden-infrastructure-news-jeremy-rifkin-disappointed-in-u-s-planFast Company
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Strategy + business profile on Jeremy Rifkin: https://www.strategy-business.com/article/Jeremy-Rifkin-on-How-to-Manage-a-Future-of-Abundance
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Fast Company profile on Jeremy Rifkin and TIR Consulting Group, LLC's engagement with governments in deploying Third Industrial Revolution economic transformations to address climate change: https://www.fastcompany.com/40410329/will-the-third-industrial-revolution-create-an-economic-boom-that-saves-the-planet
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YOUR POSITION WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION:
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The TIR Consulting Group is a mission-driven organization. The Projects Coordinator will work closely with Mr. Rifkin and his team to organize, develop, and implement Third Industrial Revolution sustainability plans to address climate change and usher in green economies for cities, regions, and countries. The Projects Coordinator will assist the Chief of Staff in keeping our projects on schedule and will also spearhead our office research initiatives. The Projects Coordinator will learn every aspect of running a boutique consulting firm while working on climate change and sustainability issues at the highest levels of government and industry. Other day-to-day duties include:
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Project Management
&middot; Help organize office projects and ensure that our distributed global team stays connected and on-track
&middot; Appropriate follow-up with clients
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Research:
&bull; Conduct qualitative research on a variety of topics for regional and national development plans around the world and assist in the editing Mr. Rifkin&rsquo;s books
&middot; Brief our team on the latest research and market trends in diverse industries and prepare detailed background information
&bull; Maintain office database with all research materials
&middot; Edit reports and studies for local, regional and national governments
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Communication:
&middot; Serve as first point of contact and gatekeeper for all office inquiries
&middot; Oversee relations with press and media
&middot; Help lead marketing and media campaigns
&middot; Draft correspondence and other presentations on behalf of the President
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Administration:
&middot; Coordinate and schedule the President&rsquo;s speaking engagements, lectures, presentations, meetings and appointments, including travel and logistics
&middot; Manage the President&rsquo;s calendar and occasionally help out with personal appointments, as required
&middot; Responsible for general office administrative tasks, including ordering office supplies, vendor relations, managing invoices, and office organization
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NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
Master&rsquo;s Degree related to Climate Change, Ecology, Environment, Economics, Energy, Urban Planning, Governance, and affiliated fields. 2-3 years relevant work experience preferred. Knowledge of public policy in the European Union, the United States, and Asian nations will be taken into account. Experience with the full MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook. Knowledge of foreign languages is a plus (please specify).
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&middot; Superior attention to details in editing, transcribing, citations and grammar
&middot; Excellent ability to organize electronic and hard-copy research, written materials, and historical records
&middot; Interdisciplinary qualitative research experience
&middot; Ability to manage projects and prioritize tasks while working with deadlines
&middot; Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment
&middot; Capacity to take initiative and solve problems and work collaboratively with other staff members and the President
&middot; Outstanding verbal communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of contacts and at multiple organizational levels
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SALARY AND BENEFITS: This a full-time, in-person position. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications; Benefits include vacation, sick-leave, fully paid health, vision, and dental insurance, Metro Smart Benefits, and profit-sharing after 24 months of employment. We offer a small, friendly, and dynamic atmosphere and are one block from the Metro station in Bethesda, Maryland, located in the DMV region.
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<li>TO APPLY: please submit your resume and a cover letter that includes your salary history and requirements.</li>
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