Develop and implement strategic partnerships with community leaders, government and elected officials and non- profit organizations supporting communities in the BGE service territory. Assist the External Affairs Managers, in building/strengthening relationships with legislators and community leaders through community engagement initiatives.
Note: Position may be required to work extended hours, including 24x7 coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
1 Support BGE operations through outreach and engagement with key stakeholders such as Community Organizations, not for profit organizations, and community outreach staff under local elected officials. 25%
2 Support and manage key Community Engagement team programming such as planning and organizing meetings, leading initiatives, coordinating and managing programming and events. 25%
3 Develop and implement proactive/reactive community outreach programs that address the needs of diverse constituents and build strategic relationships and a positive image for BGE. 25%
4 (Externally) Represent the company and take a leadership role in a broad range of "grassroots" community partnerships and initiatives; (internally) work with organizations across the company to promote community initiatives and build a positive image for the company. 25%
JOB SCOPE
- Demonstrate strong working knowledge of community, political and socioeconomic environment in which the company operates.
- Build relationships with External Affairs Managers and help them achieve their territory-specific objectives.
- Incent employees from all business units to participate in volunteer initiatives through improved communications and recognition awards.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing or related discipline and 5-8 years related experience in private sector or nonprofit community affairs, public relations or related area, OR in lieu of Bachelor's degree, 9-12 years of relevant experience.
- Skill requirements: written and verbal communications, strategic planning, project development and management, relationship development, event marketing, computer proficiency.
- Established network of community relationships and familiarity with community issues and leaders in the BGE service territory.
- Demonstrated ability to build consensus, establish trust and work effectively with internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries.
- Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and also to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with PC applications to include Word, Excel, Power Point and desktop publishing.
- Flexibility to work nights and weekends.
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE)
Quebec Canada
www.bge.com
