Director, Government Relations Jobs

Please Note: This role's location is currently posted "remote" in New Jersey, but we are open to candidates located in other states that can accommodate EST time zones.

e-Zinc is an energy storage venture based in Toronto with a breakthrough technology poised to disrupt the market. As the global energy grid moves to higher levels of penetration of renewable energy, there will be an exponential increase in demand for low-cost, flexible, long-duration energy storage. This is the market targeted by e-Zinc, the first in the world to “metalize” electricity.

e-Zinc is on an incredible trajectory, which is illustrated by many significant funding and award milestones that recognize its unique technology and strong business plan, including:

• Won a USD $1.3M grant through California Energy Commission
• Awarded a $2M grant from Sustainable Technology Development Canada
• $1M grand prize winner of Impact Canada's Charging the Future Challenge
• Won a $1.6M grant through Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada
• Investors include Toyota Ventures, Eni Next, BDC, Evok Innovations, and Anzu Partners
• Raised more than CAD $75M in equity
• Named to the Global Cleantech 100 two years in a row (2022 and 2023) as one of the top 100 most promising cleantech companies across the world

Now that the company is well-capitalized, e-Zinc is now looking to expand its talented team to bring its technology to market to support the renewable energy transformation.

Opportunity

e-Zinc is seeking a Director, Government Relations (GR) to join our Commercial Team and support a growing energy storage company. This role will report directly to the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and be responsible for all government-related activities in the United States. We seek a talented, driven individual who is interested in taking a manufacturing-focused startup to the next level and bring a commercial energy storage product to market.

Position Scope & Responsibilities

• Ensure timely submission of all GR-related items including grants, RFIs, RFPs, solicitations, and comments on government policy
• Manage and monitor proposal progress, take appropriate action to maintain deadlines and communicate updates to all stakeholders
• Tracking, evaluating, and submitting comments on policy directly related to the energy storage space
• Define and execute policy advocacy and government affairs strategies across U.S. states in collaboration with the e-Zinc team to provide recommendations
• Finding, evaluating, and applying for non-dilutive government grants
• Coordinating introductions and setting meetings between e-Zinc leadership and government officials including congresspeople, senators, program directors, and other stakeholders

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with key government stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Extensive experience in a government-relations or related role
• Knowledge of the energy industry required
• Experience applying for non-dilutive grants or similar government funding
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as political science, government affairs, business administration. A master’s degree in a related field is an asset
• Willingness to travel – expectation of at least 1 trip per month
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Other Skills

• High level of maturity, integrity and personal effectiveness
• Disciplined and hard working
• Motivated to thrive and succeed in a start-up environment
• Personal accountability and commitment to achieving and exceeding goals and objectives
• Exceptional communications skills – oral, written, and presentation skills

Studies show that individuals in underrepresented groups tend to not apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the listed criteria. If you find you are passionate about a role and meet a good portion of the items listed, we encourage you to apply!

Salary range: $200k-$250k USD depending on experience. We are open to negotiation if a candidate's experience aligns closely with the qualifications listed.

At e-Zinc we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where we consider, celebrate, and embrace diversity. We thrive in an environment of mutual respect and welcome all applicants.

Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please email [email protected].