Community Engagement Lead

Deriva Energy · Charlotte, NC · 2 days ago

Full-time

Position Summary

Deriva Energy is seeking a dynamic and talented Community Engagement Specialist to join our team reporting to the Director of Environment and Permitting. The ideal candidate will be passionate about renewable energy, community outreach, grass roots advocacy, and storytelling, with a keen eye for detail and a drive for excellence. The job requires the ability to work with various internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive community engagement plans to support Deriva Energy's objectives
Collaborate with the Development & External Affairs Teams on landowner and community leader outreach for early to late-stage development projects
Work with the Environment and Permitting Team to secure local permitting, zoning, and community social licenses to develop projects
Partner with the Corporate Communications Team to help draft press releases, articles, leave behinds, pamphlets, letters, and help to design and create multimedia assets, including graphics, presentations, print materials, and electronic information resources, to support development, engagement, and community specific initiatives tied to projects
Cook insights from industry research, industry engagement, and science-based information to develop targeted messaging and positioning strategies that resonate with key stakeholders and present truthful, transparent, science-based information
Work with landowners and community members to encapsulate feedback and effect changes in project development and operations
Work with Operations staff to ensure community connections to all operating projects, including volunteer events, charitable giving, project information, and routine check-ins with community leaders

Required / Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, communications, public relations, public policy, non-profit management, environmental or social sciences, or related disciplines
In addition to a bachelors degree, five (5) years or more of relevant work experience
In lieu of a bachelors degree, HS Diploma/GED AND 10 years of relevant work experience

Desired Qualifications

Five (5) years or more of experience in a related field of urban planning, communications, public relations, public policy, non-profit management, environmental or social sciences
Proven experience with five or more years in a community engagement, communications, or a mediation role, preferably within the energy sector or a related industry
Demonstrated experience in event coordination and project management
Renewable energy experience or related industry
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office tools
Professional with a positive attitude and capable of contributing to a collaborative, dynamic, and team-oriented culture
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and compelling messages for diverse audiences
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Able to work effectively and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Working Conditions

This position is located in Charlotte, NCHybrid position with opportunity to work remotely

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with matching
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Atractive Bonus Potential

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.