Canadian Geothermal Energy Association seeks to fill Policy Advisor position

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Alexander Richter 18 Jun 2014

The Canadian Geothermal Energy Association (CanGEA) is seeking to fill the position of a Policy Advisor, as part of an ECO Canada internship position. Preference will be given to pre-approved candidates. For more information on this program please visit: http://www.eco.ca/content.aspx?id=357

Company Overview

The Canadian Geothermal Energy Association (www.CanGEA.ca) is the collective voice of Canada’s geothermal energy industry with a focus on power generation and commercial scale direct use of heat from geothermal energy resources typically found 1-4 km deep. As a non-profit industry association, we represent the interests of our member companies with the primary goal of unlocking the country’s tremendous geothermal energy potential. Geothermal energy can provide competitively-priced, renewable, around-the-clock energy to the Canadian and U.S. markets CanGEA promotes the industry and the potential of geothermal energy in Canada through outreach events, research, policy work and representation of Canadian interests internationally. CanGEA is not involved in the development of low temperature geothermal resources utilized for commercial and residential heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems – usually referred to as geo-exchange or geothermal heat pump systems. The Canadian GeoExchange Coalition (www.geo-exchange.ca) represents this element of geothermal energy utilization and both organizations cooperate in promoting geothermal energy to Canadians.

Job Description:

Track engagement opportunities with provincial, territorial, and the federal levels of government; Prepare submissions within government consultation processes; Initiate and foster working relationships with politicians and key bureaucrats; Attend meetings with politicians and key bureaucrats; Develop and continually refine talking points conveyed to various levels of government; and Help develop and refine talking points conveyed to association members and the public.

Qualifications:

A high degree of political acumen and knowledge of current events. Some experience working in politics or governments relations is preferred. Strong understanding of renewable energy and the corresponding environmental benefits. Some understanding of the Canadian power industry. Understanding of the triple bottom line and corporate social responsibility philosophies and how renewable energy fits into this. Writing and research skills. Organized and deadline driven.

Additional Information:

High level of autonomy in this role. Supported by a team of board directors, association members, staff and contractors. Some travel necessary to Edmonton, Vancouver, Victoria, Ottawa, etc. Management of external consultants.

See more and apply at: http://www.eco.ca/viewjobs/viewjob.aspx?jobid=18991#sthash.ePNlULx7.dpuf