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Rowan Digital Infrastructure is looking for an External Affairs Regional Manager - DMV to help lead economic development, government affairs, public policy, and community relations within Rowan’s DMV data center project portfolio. This role is a critical part of the team that works with project leadership and subject matter expert teams from across the business to protect and expand Rowan’s portfolio in this region. This role will help to bring into fruition Rowan’s portfolio of projects by ensuring the government and community landscape is favorable to our company’s operations. The External Affairs Regional Manager - DMV will also help to protect existing investments by tracking legislation and local policy changes that may impact our operations. The role will act as a face of the company in communities where we are making investments throughout the region.
Job Responsibility:
Engage with government representatives, community organizations, residents, and other local stakeholders about Rowan's projects
Track state/local legislation, regulatory proceedings, and project entitlements and advocate on these items as necessary
Form coalitions with interested individuals and organizations to support/oppose state legislation, local policy issues, and more
Support drafting and managing the execution of strategic plans for political and community engagement in key markets across the region
Represent Rowan at various public events and effectively communicate the benefits of Rowan project investments to external key stakeholders, including AHJs, economic development partners, elected officials, and the community at large
Support the identification of new site development opportunities within the local market
Support the drafting of communications content to broaden and amplify messaging about our community, economic, and environmental benefits in public settings, including project pitches, AHJ presentations, customer meetings, etc
Identify and track pertinent legislation and local policy proposals that may have business implications on Rowan’s operations
Support the negotiation, execution and implementation of economic development agreements with community partners
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
5+ years of public policy experience within government and/or relevant nonprofits, economic development organizations, public interest groups, business, campaigns or industry associations
Skilled at persuasively and diplomatically advocating policy positions publicly before key stakeholders
Demonstrated track record of success in developing strong partnerships with AHJs, economic development organizations, state and local government, and other key stakeholders
Public policy/government affairs experience
Experience communicating with senior leaders and executives
Experience drafting strategic communications and supporting public relations
Knowledge of policy impacting data center industry preferred
Experience with legislative tracking for targeted industries preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, and highly cross-functional environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Nice to have:
Knowledge of policy impacting data center industry
Experience with legislative tracking for targeted industries
What we offer:
Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution