Job Description

Mission statement Ensure compliance with external regulatory requirements and implementation of relevant company policies and procedures and represent Hitachi Energy in such matters before government and regulatory bodies. Be the recognized expert on Public Affairs issues (government relations, business institutions, social institutions and serve as the primary Government & Institutional Relations contact for the business in the designated geography. Drive and execute actions across the three GIR pillars (protect, position, promote) aligned with the company\'s purpose, values & business strategy. Your Responsibilities Develop, define and execute the Government & Institutional Relations strategy in the country, in alignment with the global Government & Institutional Relations, to support the business strategy in Hitachi Energy India Ensure service standards are defined and the appropriate processes are developed and delivered to meet the agreed service levels and provide business continuity. Help develop a greater awareness of Government & Institutional Relations\' contribution to business continuity volume and profitability. Closely collaborates with the Country MD / LSM to identify and support business development opportunities by driving advocacy and arranging discussions with senior level government officials as well as other political, business, institutional and academic stakeholders. Help arrange and coordinate Hitachi Energy\'s high-level meetings, visits and events, and prepares relateddocuments both required by the governments and the company internally, including but not limited to government economic KPIs, government organization charts and personnel information, local development strategies, as well as Hitachi Energy\'s presence and performance in the country etc. Support crisis and issues management relevant to the geography. Establish and maintains positive direct relationships at all levels of government bodies and officials (ministries, bureaucrats, diplomats, government agencies), quasi-governmental agencies, public services and other authorities (federal, state, provincial, city) to facilitate communication and help advance the organization\'s business interests. Manage the organization\'s high level, complex, controversial or critical government relationships. Engage with regional and local business institutions (forums, trade and industry associations, technical bodies, multilateral banks & funding agencies, state owned utilities, joint ventures and alliances) as well as industry analysts and other influential key opinion leaders relevant to the country\'s market, presenting Hitachi Energy\'s perspective on critical industry topics. Builds relationships within the country\'s key social institutions, NGOs, environmental bodies as well as academia, providing Hitachi Energy\'s input and building brand equity in this area. Represents Hitachi Energy\'s position on legislation and government policy to national government representatives, regulators, committees, chambers, business and trade associations, non- governmental entities and academia to position Hitachi Energy as a trusted partner and increase the company\'s influence in those organizations. Promote Hitachi Energy\'s brand, products and service to all levels of Government & Institutional Relations stakeholders. Identify funding streams to support business development projects and advocates for favorable spectrum and regulatory policies. Monitor, analyses and interprets developments in legislative, regulatory, political and economic environment and advises senior management on how these trends may impact the organization\'s business interests. Assess and provides legislative and regulatory solutions. Monitors, assesses, and summarizes legislation that could impact key business lines. Manage the submission of periodic data from the country to the global Government & Institutional Relations team. Present updates to executive leadership on key Government & Institutional Relations topics within the country. Provide support to the Executive Committee and senior management regarding interactions with governmental bodies and officials, trade associations, business and social institutions as well as academia. Communicate and coordinates with business leaders, line managers and other relevant employees to ensure that the organization\'s dealings with government agencies are conducted ethically, legally and according to Hitachi Energy\'s policies and standards. Ensure employees understand Hitachi Energy\'s safety and integrity standards and act accordingly. Acts as a personal role model for the organization in this regard. Contribute to effective risk management by providing advice to the Executive Committee and senior management on key PG policy decisions. Manage assigned budget for Government & Institutional Relations (both internal and external costs) in the country. Ensure (with HR Manager support) that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed, skilled and directed. Guides, motivates and develops direct and indirect subordinates within HR policies. Living Hitachi Energy\'s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. Your Background : University degree in Political Science, Economics, Business management, Science, Engineering or related disciplines. 12 -15 years-experience in government/business/institutional relations or closely related leading corporate or public functions, preferably within power grids or the power or energy sector. Experience both inside and outside of governments, business and trade associations is a plus. Deep understanding of political, regulatory and business processes in power grids business or the energy sector in India. Solid experience with government relations, public affairs, business institutions, trade associations, social institutions and academia. Strong experience with agenda-setting and policy issues Proven track record of success in building strong relationships in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Analytical and creative thinking, strategic instincts, fascination with technology, and a passion for HAPG\'s purpose. Ability to handle crises and issues. Excellent interpersonal, communications and advocacy skills to influence, negotiate and persuade. Result-driven self-starter attitude instinctively and consistently creates personal and professional stretch goals and meets them. Strong project management skills. Excellent verbal and written presentation skills in English and Hindi.

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