Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy

1 month ago


Western Bay, Canada Deep Sky Full time

Deep Sky is the world’s first gigaton-scale carbon removal project developer. As a commercial venture, we build carbon removal infrastructure projects and sell carbon credits to remove billions of tonnes of CO2 from the Earth’s atmosphere.

About the job

Reporting to the Vice President, Government Affairs and Public Policy, the Director of Government Affairs and Public Policy (Western Canada), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the legislative and regulatory landscape and advancing our company's mission to combat climate change through carbon removal technologies.

Working closely with the senior leadership team you will lead Deep Sky’s interactions in Western Canada with government officials, agencies, and stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on global climate efforts and build a new economic sector while engaging with diverse stakeholders and advocating for sustainable practices.

Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement public policy campaigns aimed at promoting carbon removal technologies and fostering supportive regulatory frameworks.
- Engage directly with government officials, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to advocate for policies that accelerate the deployment of carbon removal solutions.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to climate change, green finance, carbon removal, and environmental policy, providing analysis of potential impacts on the company's operations and industry.
- Research and analyze emerging policy trends and opportunities in the energy, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors, informing strategic decision-making and advocacy efforts.
- Represent the company in industry associations and other policy leadership forums
- Support engagement with the local community, indigenous

Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in renewable energy, oil and gas, technology or other highly regulated sector, with a strong understanding of climate change mitigation strategies and technologies.
- Experience working with government agencies and officials, with a demonstrated track record of influencing public policy outcomes.
- Experience working with local communities, first nation and indigenous communities would be considered a significant bonus
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts and policy issues effectively to diverse audiences, including policymakers, industry stakeholders, and the public.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize information from multiple sources to inform policy positions and advocacy strategies.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, (start-up or high growth company experience a big plus)
- Experience working with a high degree of accountability, autonomy and initiative.
- Eligibility to engage in government lobbying activities, where applicable a must

While this is a remote role; preference will be given to those residing in Western Canada.

Join us in driving meaningful change and shaping the future of climate action through innovative carbon removal solutions. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience to contribute to our mission, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation and benefits:
A competitive salary based on experience and participation in the capital of our innovative company in the climate field.
Health, vision, and dental coverage.
State-of-the-art Apple hardware provided
Unlimited vacation



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