Chief External Affairs Officer
Core
Direct how ENA engages with government, regulators, members, media, and the public to turn expertise into influence and outcomes for members.
Role type
Senior leader, Executive Leadership Team member
Builds
ENA's reputation, advocacy strategy, and industry campaigns
Domain
Energy sector (electricity transmission/distribution, gas distribution) + Public Policy & Government Relations
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Senior leadership in advocacy/corporate affairs/government relations, building trusted relationships with Ministers/parliamentarians/regulators, translating complex technical work into clear messages, media spokesperson experience, securing funding/partnerships
Preferred skills
Independent judgement, conviction to carry a position, experience in crisis management
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Set and deliver ENA's strategy, business plan, and budget; Advise CEO and Board on reputation and advocacy; Lead Communications and Advocacy Strategy; Lead and develop a small External Affairs team; Build trusted relationships at senior levels with government and stakeholders; Translate complex work into clear messages for decision makers; Lead industry campaigns and secure co-funding; Act as senior spokesperson for media and events; Lead external events program, publications, digital channels, and brand
