Government Affairs Associate

EDP Energias de Portugal S.A.•Washington, DC, DC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

EDP Renewables North America is seeking a Government Affairs Associate to support federal government affairs. This role will work under the day-to-day direction of the Federal Affairs Lead and in coordination with the Senior Director of Government and Public Affairs. The Associate will contribute to the execution of the company’s policy analysis and advocacy agenda across North America, including the United States and Mexico, through research, coordination, drafting, and stakeholder engagement support. The preferred location for this role is Washington, DC.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, economics, or a related field required; advanced degree acceptable but not required.
At least three years of experience in policy analysis, government affairs, political research, or a related field.
Demonstrated interest in federal policy and the clean energy sector; prior exposure to renewable energy policy is a plus.
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common productivity tools.
Ability to synthesize complex policy information clearly and concisely.
Fluency in English required; proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
High energy, i.e. work quickly and produce quality of work over long periods of time
Collaborative working style and comfort supporting cross-functional teams.
Willingness to take direction, learn quickly, and incorporate feedback.
Comfort working with a wide range of stakeholders, including those with differing viewpoints.
Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, efficiency, and productivity
Strong IT skills with a variety of programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
Ability to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish
Prior exposure to renewable energy policy

Responsibilities

Support federal advocacy efforts by assisting with engagement before federal policymakers in the U.S. and Mexico, including the legislative and executive branches, under the direction of senior government affairs staff.
Assist in establishing and maintaining relationships with offices of elected officials, relevant industry associations, allied non-governmental organizations, and other key stakeholders.
Research, monitor, and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments and assess potential implications for EDPR NA’s business activities in the U.S. and Mexico.
Track industry publications, mainstream media, and government communications to identify relevant policy and regulatory updates.
Prepare briefing materials, background research, meeting summaries, and follow-up communications for use by the federal affairs team.
Draft internal policy updates and summaries for review by senior government affairs leadership, including assessments of proposed and enacted legislative and regulatory actions.
Support the execution of the company’s federal policy and advocacy strategy, including timelines, stakeholder tracking, and coordination with internal teams, consultants, lobbyists, and trade associations.
Assist with conference participation, public forums, and government hearings, including preparation and logistics.
Support the federal affairs team on broader legislative and regulatory initiatives as needed.
Support the government affairs team in administrative and compliance-related aspects of managing the EDPR NA Political Action Committee (PAC).
Perform additional duties as assigned.