Jobs at Alan & Grant

The client is a company focused on building charging infrastructure, raising awareness about electric vehicles, delivering immersive experiences, and engaging in manufacturing, with the aim of creating a sustainable future for Nigeria. The preferred candidate's duties and responsibilities will include:

•   Managing critical relationships with the public policy stakeholders, including Federal and State Governments, Transport officials in Nigeria, key regulators, and external stakeholders such as environmental organizations, automotive companies, and industry associations to shape policy and political dialogue in Nigeria.
• Design and implement a targeted government relations strategy
•  Engage in local advocacy and communications with key federal and state officials, utilities, NGOs, and associations to help advance broader government relations strategy.
• Design focused meetings for key executives to grow and strengthen relationships and influence
• Actively monitor and report on key legislative and regulatory developments in the areas of climate, resiliency, or other energy policies that may create new opportunities or impact the company’s bottom line.
• Bridge business development and policy opportunities to reach new growth targets.
• Developing written and oral presentations for delivery to government officials and regulatory bodies in the area of incentive program and delivery, policy development, and regulatory compliance activities
•  Coordinating with internal teams on messaging, policy development, &and strategy.

Requirements

• 5+ years of public policy experience within government, or relevant nonprofits, public interest groups, and companies
• Experience in the automotive and/or transportation policy area is an added advantage.
• Skilled and experienced at persuasively and diplomatically advocating complex policy positions before a wide variety of audiences. 
• Proven ability to design and execute government and industry relations strategy within a complex business environment and across different jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of the Nigerian political and policy dynamics and decision-makers and an expansive political network
• Proven ability to coordinate public policy positions and influence and drive change across diverse stakeholders
• High level of discretion and integrity to handle confidential material responsibly
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

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The client is a company focused on building charging infrastructure, raising awareness about electric vehicles, delivering immersive experiences, and engaging in manufacturing, with the aim of creating a sustainable future for Nigeria. The preferred candidate's duties and responsibilities will include:

• Research and identify a wide range of grant opportunities related to climate change, sustainable transportation, and environmental conservation
• Develop and manage a grant strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information and data for grant applications.
• Write compelling grant proposals that effectively communicate the company's mission, projects, and impact on climate change.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of grant applications, deadlines, and outcomes.
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with grant-making organizations, governmental bodies, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with grant requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on grant progress and outcomes to company leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience (4+ years) in grant management, specifically in climate-related projects.
• Strong knowledge of the climate funding landscape, including public and private grant sources.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated success in securing and managing grants for sustainability initiatives
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
•  Proficiency in grant management software and tools.
• Passion for sustainable mobility and addressing climate challenges.