Corporate Affairs & Policy Advocacy

Avaada Energy seeks a Corporate Affairs & Policy Advocacy professional to manage government relations and policy initiatives in Maharashtra, India. The role involves engaging with regulatory bodies, advocating for renewable energy policies, building relationships with stakeholders, conducting research on energy trends, and collaborating with internal teams. Strong communication and analytical skills are required, along with expertise in India's renewable energy sector.
Job Purpose:
To manage policy advocacy, government relations, and strategic external engagement initiatives for the organization. The role requires a strong understanding of the renewable energy ecosystem, regulatory frameworks, and stakeholder management to support business growth, policy positioning, and sustainability objectives.
Location: Gujarat, Maharastha, Delhi


Key Responsibilities:

Policy Advocacy & Representation


Manage engagement with Gujarat government bodies, regulatory authorities, and industry associations.
Monitor, analyze, and interpret policy and regulatory developments related to renewable energy, green hydrogen, energy storage, transmission, and carbon markets.
Advocate for favorable policies, incentives, and regulatory frameworks to accelerate renewable energy deployment and business growth.
Represent the organization in industry forums, policy discussions, and stakeholder meetings.
Track state and central government initiatives relevant to the renewable energy and sustainability sector.


Strategic Affairs & External Relations


Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, bureaucrats, industry leaders, multilateral agencies, and NGOs.
Support strategic engagement initiatives to strengthen the organizations positioning within the renewable energy ecosystem.
Position the organization as a thought leader in clean energy transition and sustainability through external collaborations and policy participation.
Identify and drive strategic partnerships and collaborations aligned with business objectives and sector growth opportunities.
Coordinate with external stakeholders for advocacy initiatives and industry representation.


Research & Policy Insights


Conduct research on global energy trends, climate policies, sustainability frameworks, and emerging market mechanisms.
Provide strategic insights and policy updates to leadership regarding regulatory risks, opportunities, and sector developments.
Prepare policy briefs, white papers, advocacy documents, presentations, and regulatory submissions.
Analyze policy implications on business operations and recommend actionable strategies.
Maintain updates on industry developments, government notifications, and policy reforms.


Internal Collaboration


Collaborate closely with business, ESG, CSR, legal, and leadership teams to align advocacy initiatives with organizational priorities.
Support business development teams through policy guidance and regulatory intelligence.
Facilitate internal discussions and awareness sessions on policy developments and their business impact.
Coordinate cross-functional inputs for policy representations and stakeholder engagement activities.
Support leadership communication and strategic documentation related to policy matters.

Required Skills & Competencies:

Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Expertise in drafting policy notes, position papers, advocacy documents, and regulatory submissions.
Good understanding of Indias renewable energy sector, climate policies, and sustainability frameworks.
Strong analytical and research capabilities with attention to detail.
Ability to manage sensitive government and regulatory engagements with professionalism and integrity.
Strong relationship management and networking capabilities.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Passion for clean energy transition and sustainability initiatives.
Proficiency in Gujarati language is mandatory.

Preferred Qualification & Experience:

Masters degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Energy Management, or related field preferred.
4 to 6 years of experience in policy advocacy, government relations, corporate affairs, or strategic affairs.
Prior experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, sustainability, climate policy, or allied sectors will be preferred.
Experience interacting with government bodies, regulators, and industry associations is highly desirable