About CLERENS
CLERENS is a leading public affairs and communications consultancy based in Brussels, specialised in advocacy, political and regulatory risk assessment, public funding, and strategic communications.
CLERENS consultants have in-depth expertise in energy, environment, climate, and mobility.
Position Summary
The Policy Manager will lead the work of the European Association for Storage of Energy (EASE), a member-led association representing organisations active across the energy storage value chain. EASE supports the deployment of energy storage to support the cost-effective transition to a resilient, climate-neutral, and secure energy system.
EASE was established in 2011 and now represents nearly 60 members including utilities, technology suppliers, research institutes, distribution system operators, and transmission system operators.
Main Duties
The Policy Manager will work in close collaboration with the Secretary General and take a leading role in defining and implementing the association’s policy and advocacy activities. The role includes a broad range of responsibilities:
- Defining and carrying out the association’s policy and advocacy strategy on a range of issues including the EU Green Deal, EU funding programmes, and implementation of the Clean Energy Package;
- Supporting the daily management of the association in coordination with the EASE Presidency, Executive Board, and Secretary General: Organisation of General Assembly and Executive Board meetings; driving membership engagement and providing ad-hoc support to members;
- Leading the EASE policy team and ensuring close collaboration with the communications and EU-funded projects teams; providing mentoring and support to junior colleagues;
- Drafting and contributing to EASE reports, position papers, presentations, and consultation replies;
- Driving the association’s continued growth by leading potential members outreach and onboarding;
- Representing EASE at workshops, conferences, and networking events, liaising with external stakeholders such as the EU institutions and industry associations.
Requirements and Competencies
- 5 to 8 years of experience in the energy sector, ideally with prior experience in energy storage and a good knowledge of the EU Green Deal and Clean Energy Package;
- Passionate about the energy transition and able to quickly grasp and communicate about complex technical issues;
- Strong interest in energy storage and commitment to supporting the continued growth of the European energy storage industry;
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and plan to meet challenging deadlines in close collaboration with team members;
- Fluency in English is necessary; any additional European languages are an asset;
- A university degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience;
- Strong writing and oral presentation skills;
- Ability to learn quickly and work on a wide range of issues;
- Leadership skills, ability to work in a close-knit team, and flexibility.
We Offer
- The opportunity to work for a rapidly growing association that supports the mission to achieve a net-zero emissions energy system by 2050;
- A challenging, multi-faceted role with room to grow and take on additional responsibilities;
- A stimulating and dynamic international environment.
To apply, please send a motivation letter and CV in English to Mr Patrick Clerens at jobs@clerens.eu with “EASE Policy Manager” in the subject line. Applications received after the deadline (4 July 2021) will not be considered.
Be aware that applications are reviewed continuously upon arrival; therefore application as soon as possible is advisable. Due to the expected high number of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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