Government Relations Senior Manager (Renewable Energy)

Adecco Portugal; Jawa Barat; On-site; IDR 120,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Government Relations Leader position with a leading renewable energy organization. You will lead regulatory affairs, secure permits, and engage senior stakeholders across Indonesia.

The role requires hands-on experience with energy projects, frequent travel to project sites and government offices, and the ability to monitor policy changes and advise leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in government relations or regulatory affairs, including at least 5 years in renewable energy.
• Hands-on renewables project experience from development to COD.
• Proven track record securing permits and approvals in Indonesia.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Responsibilities

• Lead the government relations agenda for the renewable energy portfolio.
• Secure and maintain permits, licenses, and approvals to develop, build, and operate projects.
• Collaborate with project, construction, and operations teams to manage regulatory risks on the ground.
• Travel regularly to project sites and regional government offices.
• Monitor energy policy and regulatory changes and advise senior management.
• Brief and engage senior leadership, government officials, and global stakeholders through presentations and position papers.
• Represent the company in industry associations, working groups, and public consultations.
• Manage external consultants and advisors and ensure compliance with permit conditions and reporting obligations.

Skills

Government relations

Regulatory affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Engineering, Public Policy, Energy, Environmental Science, International Relations

Job description

We're partnering with a leading renewable energy organization to find a senior government relations leader. This is a mobile, hands-on role for someone who understands project operations, manages government affairs, and can engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

Job Description

• Lead the government relations agenda for the renewable energy portfolio, building and maintaining strong relationships with central and regional government bodies, PLN, and other key authorities.


• Secure and maintain the permits, licenses, and approvals needed to develop, build, and operate renewable energy projects, keeping projects on schedule.


• Work hands-on with project, construction, and operations teams to anticipate regulatory risks and resolve permitting, land, and community issues on the ground.


• Travel regularly to project sites and regional government offices to represent the company and move approvals forward.


• Monitor energy policy and regulatory changes and advise senior management on their impact on the business and projects.


• Brief and engage senior leadership, government officials, and global or regional stakeholders through clear presentations and position papers.


• Represent the company in industry associations, working groups, and public consultations.


• Manage external consultants and advisors and ensure ongoing compliance with permit conditions and reporting obligations.

Job Requirements

• Degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Law, Engineering, Public Policy, Energy, Environmental Science, International Relations, or a related discipline.


• 10+ years of experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, or permitting, including at least 5 years in renewable energy or the wider power sector.


• Hands-on experience in renewable energy projects, with a solid understanding of operations from development and construction through to commercial operation.


• Track record of securing permits and approvals and managing relationships with central and regional government bodies in Indonesia.


• Strong knowledge of Indonesian energy and electricity regulations, PLN procurement and PPA processes, and the licensing system.


• Comfortable presenting to and influencing senior government officials, C-level executives, and global stakeholders.


• Willing and able to travel frequently across Indonesia, including to remote project sites.


• Experience managing external advisors and consultants, and ideally a small team.


• Sound judgment on compliance, reputational, and anti-corruption risk.


• Excellent English and Bahasa Indonesia, both written and spoken.