Senior Manager, External Affairs

Rowan
Austin
Workplace: HybridFull timeUSD 150,000 - 175,000 annuallyFunction: Solutions Engineering & Sales EngineeringExperience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Strategic thinking","Negotiation","Organizational skills","Communication","Multitasking"]

Lead external affairs for Rowan’s Texas data center portfolio by driving economic development, government affairs, public policy, and community relations. Partner with internal project leadership to protect and expand regional investments through favorable government/community outcomes. Track and advocate on legislation and local policy changes, build coalitions with stakeholders, represent the company at public events, and support strategic communications and economic development agreements. Preference for candidates in the Austin area.

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Senior Manager, External Affairs

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Job Summary

Lead external affairs for Rowan’s Texas data center portfolio by driving economic development, government affairs, public policy, and community relations. Partner with internal project leadership to protect and expand regional investments through favorable government/community outcomes. Track and advocate on legislation and local policy changes, build coalitions with stakeholders, represent the company at public events, and support strategic communications and economic development agreements. Preference for candidates in the Austin area.
Location: Austin
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Solutions Engineering & Sales Engineering
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead economic development, government affairs, public policy, and community relations for the Texas project portfolio.
  • •Engage government representatives, community organizations, residents, and local stakeholders about Rowan’s projects.
  • •Track state/local legislation and regulatory proceedings and advocate as needed for project entitlements.
  • •Form coalitions and support strategic plans for political and community engagement in key markets.
  • •Represent Rowan at public events and support negotiation/execution of economic development agreements with community partners.
Travel: High travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 150,000 - 175,000 annually
Perks:Health Insurance401kPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • •5+ years of public policy experience within government and/or relevant nonprofits, economic development organizations, public interest groups, business, campaigns, or industry associations.
  • •Experience advocating policy positions publicly before key stakeholders in a persuasive and diplomatic manner.
  • •Track record of building partnerships with AHJs, economic development organizations, and state and local government.
  • •Experience drafting strategic communications and supporting public relations; public policy/government affairs experience preferred.
Experience:5+ yearsPublic policyGovernment affairsEconomic developmentNonprofitsBusinessCampaignsIndustry associations
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Strategic thinkingNegotiationOrganizational skillsCommunicationMultitasking

Company Brief

Rowan
Rowan Digital is a digital agency delivering web design, development, branding, and digital marketing services. They work with startups and businesses to build online products, improve user experience, and drive growth through tailored digital solutions.
Industry: Professional Services
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