The Communications Lead Analyst will support strategic communications for AES' renewable portfolio in the United States, positioning AES as a solution-focused market leader in utility-scale clean energy development. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Strategic Communications, this role will be a member of the AES Clean Energy External Affairs team, supporting external communications, media relations, digital, thought leadership and content creation in close coordination with AES' global Corporate Affairs and Impact team and in alignment with the global brand strategy.
Primary job responsibilitiesSupport AES' overall external communications strategy to effectively position the company as a solution-focused and innovative market leader with critical stakeholder audiences, aligning with AES global brand narrative
Work collaboratively with project teams and internal subject matter experts, and conduct independent research to understand technical industry-related information and deliver compelling content that meets the needs of customers and key stakeholder audiences
Support the creation of a suite of collateral to showcase AES' distinctive capabilities in the industry to support strategy and development goals
Manage press engagement in key, local project markets and track local media relations activities utilizing media monitoring and stakeholder management software
Employ digital tools to build platforms to showcase AES renewable energy projects, and position AES in key markets
Draft posts that increase AES' social media presence to highlight US renewable energy portfolio
Assist with thought leadership development to increase recognition and public visibility of AES through industry events, sponsorships and speaking engagements
Some travel may be required!
Qualifications
- 4+ years of proven experience in communications, public affairs, marketing, journalism, stakeholder engagement, or related field
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Political Science, Environmental Policy.
- Strong preference for candidates with experience in the energy sector, specifically renewable energy!
- Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships across a matrixed, global organization
- Outstanding written, verbal and presentation skills
- Experience with managing or assisting in the production of high-quality marketing collaterals and digital content
- Strong project management and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and to meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive tasks
- Knowledge of stakeholder management software, media monitoring platforms, social media platforms and digital analytics
AES Corporation
4300 Wilson Blvd
Arlington
Virginia United States
www.aes.com
