Government Relations Senior Manager (Renewable Energy)

We're partnering with a leading renewable energy organization to find a senior government relations leader. This is a mobile, hands-on role for someone who understands project operations, manages government affairs, and can engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

Job Description

• Lead the government relations agenda for the renewable energy portfolio, building and maintaining strong relationships with central and regional government bodies, PLN, and other key authorities.
• Secure and maintain the permits, licenses, and approvals needed to develop, build, and operate renewable energy projects, keeping projects on schedule.
• Work hands-on with project, construction, and operations teams to anticipate regulatory risks and resolve permitting, land, and community issues on the ground.
• Travel regularly to project sites and regional government offices to represent the company and move approvals forward.
• Monitor energy policy and regulatory changes and advise senior management on their impact on the business and projects.
• Brief and engage senior leadership, government officials, and global or regional stakeholders through clear presentations and position papers.
• Represent the company in industry associations, working groups, and public consultations.
• Manage external consultants and advisors and ensure ongoing compliance with permit conditions and reporting obligations.

Job Requirements

• Degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Law, Engineering, Public Policy, Energy, Environmental Science, International Relations, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, or permitting, including at least 5 years in renewable energy or the wider power sector.
• Hands-on experience in renewable energy projects, with a solid understanding of operations from development and construction through to commercial operation.
• Track record of securing permits and approvals and managing relationships with central and regional government bodies in Indonesia.
• Strong knowledge of Indonesian energy and electricity regulations, PLN procurement and PPA processes, and the licensing system.
• Comfortable presenting to and influencing senior government officials, C-level executives, and global stakeholders.
• Willing and able to travel frequently across Indonesia, including to remote project sites.
• Experience managing external advisors and consultants, and ideally a small team.
• Sound judgment on compliance, reputational, and anti-corruption risk.
• Excellent English and Bahasa Indonesia, both written and spoken.