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Government Relations Manager (Renewable Energy)

International Permanent View Job Description
This role is responsible for building and managing strategic relationships with government stakeholders to support the company's expansion into utility-scale renewable energy projects. Beyond traditional government relations, the position plays a key role in identifying early project opportunities, monitoring regulatory developments, and partnering with internal stakeholders to enable business growth.
  • Drive strategic government partnerships for renewable energy growth.
  • Leading renewable energy developer expanding utility-scale projects.

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy company committed to accelerating Indonesia's clean energy transition. As the business expands into utility-scale projects, they are looking for an experienced Government Relations professional to strengthen strategic partnerships across the public sector.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with government stakeholders, regulators, state-owned enterprises and industry partners.
  • Build engagement with key institutions including PLN and other relevant government bodies to support business development initiatives.
  • Identify and monitor upcoming infrastructure and renewable energy opportunities before formal procurement or tender stages.
  • Monitor regulatory and policy developments, assess potential business impacts and provide strategic recommendations.
  • Represent the company in government meetings, industry forums and stakeholder engagements.
  • Coordinate closely with Business Development, Operations, ESG and Legal teams to support project execution.
  • Support permitting strategy where required and coordinate with external consultants or vendors throughout approval processes.
  • Develop stakeholder engagement plans to strengthen the company's long-term presence within the renewable energy ecosystem.
  • Prepare stakeholder mapping, government engagement strategies and management updates.

The Successful Applicant

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Engineering, Business or a related discipline.
  • Approximately 8-15 years of experience in Government Relations, Government Affairs, External Affairs or Public Policy.
  • Established network within Indonesian government agencies, regulators, SOEs or infrastructure sectors.
  • Experience engaging with senior government stakeholders and managing complex external relationships.
  • Commercial mindset with the ability to identify and unlock strategic business opportunities.
  • Strong understanding of Indonesia's regulatory environment.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Comfortable travelling frequently and spending significant time meeting external stakeholders.
  • Experience in renewable energy, power, infrastructure, mining or other regulated industries would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

  • Join a high-growth renewable energy company shaping Indonesia's energy transition.
  • Play a strategic role influencing government partnerships and business growth.
  • Work closely with senior leadership with strong visibility and impact.



If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion. All applications will be treated with confidentiality

Contact
Sherlyn Andika
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7068496
Phone number
+62 21 29588801

Job summary

Function
Legal
Sub Sector
Environmental & Planning
What is your area of specialisation?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
International
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sherlyn Andika
Consultant contact
+62 21 29588801
Job Reference
JN-072026-7068496

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