Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced consultant to provide subject matter expertise in offshore wind development, focusing on the New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts areas. The ideal candidate will support our campaign team in developing community organizing strategies and cultivating support for offshore wind projects.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert guidance on multi-jurisdictional permitting issues related to offshore wind development
Provide guidance on multi stakeholder considerations in offshore wind development
Assist in developing and refining community organizing strategies specific to offshore wind projects
Offer insights on industry trends, regulatory landscapes, and best practices in offshore wind development
Support the team in identifying and engaging key stakeholders in the offshore wind sector
Contribute to the development of communication materials and campaign strategies
Advise on potential challenges and opportunities unique to offshore wind projects in the target regions
Qualifications
Extensive experience (5+ years preferred) in public affairs, external affairs, community engagement, or government affairs within the offshore wind industry
Deep knowledge of the offshore wind sector in New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts
Strong understanding of the regulatory environment and stakeholder landscape in these regions
Proven track record of successful community engagement and support-building for offshore wind projects
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to translate complex technical information into accessible language for diverse audiences
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About Bantam Communications
We are a mission-driven organization with a singular focus on clean energy deployment. Bantam’s robust team of public affairs experts has supported over 5,500 megawatts of successfully permitted large-scale wind and solar projects onto the grid in communities across the United States.
Bantam was built to support the United States’ largest wind, solar, and battery storage developers with proactive and strategic community organizing that gets projects over the finish line. Our team conducts rigorous community assessments, plots strategic roadmaps for stakeholder engagement, and educates residents about clean energy with a cutting-edge digital and in-person organizing approach supported by scalable protocols and our proprietary community engagement knowledge hub, BantamOne.
Bantam Communications is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.