Senior Specialist - Community and Government Relations

<p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Why should you join our team?</strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities. </span></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging, inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Your contribution!</strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">As a Senior Specialist – Community and Government Relations, you will lead stakeholder engagement strategies supporting renewable energy projects. You will build trusted relationships with communities, governments and partners to support project success and long-term positive impact. </span></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Your day-to-day!</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Lead stakeholder engagement and maintain relationships with communities, governments and partners </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Organize and facilitate public meetings, workshops and consultations </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Develop communication materials and engagement strategies</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">for renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, battery storage, and transmission infrastructure</span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Support permitting processes and public affairs initiatives </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Monitor stakeholder sentiment and manage issues proactively </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Collaborate with project development, environmental, engineering, permitting, and construction teams to align engagement with project timelines </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Identify and support community partnerships and investment initiatives </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Maintain stakeholder data and report on engagement outcomes</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Your skills, our requirements!</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">7+ years of experience in stakeholder relations, community engagement or public affairs </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure or similar sectors </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Bachelor’s degree</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">in communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Community Development, or in a relevant field </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Project management and organizational skills</span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Knowledge of permitting and regulatory processes </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Proficiency with Microsoft Office</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Additional considerations!</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">The position could be based at the company’s San Diego Office in California, or remote in the USA</span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">This role requires approximately 25% travel. </span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">This position is a P4 level. </span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Our benefits!</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">Competitive salary and annual bonus; </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">Three weeks vacation in the first year of employment and paid vacation during the holiday season; </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">Insurance coverage, 100% paid by Innergex, effective the first day of employment;</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">401K retirement plan with employer participation; </span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">100% Employer-funded Wellness Account;</span></span></p></li><li><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;</span></span></li><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">Hybrid work model;</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">Career development opportunities;</span></span></p></li><li><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-CA">Offices accessible by public transportation.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Pay Transparency Statement</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;">Compensation for roles at Innergex varies based on a wide range of factors, including skill set, education, and relevant experience. We are committed to pay equity and take internal equity among current team members into account when determining any final offer.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;">To support pay transparency, the <strong>hiring range</strong> for this position is <strong>$115,000–$140,000 </strong>per year, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. Your final base salary, if hired, will be determined by factors such as your skills, education, and experience, along with our commitment to internal equity.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt;">Please note that it is not typical to hire at the top of the hiring range, as doing so limits opportunities for future salary growth. Innergex also offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">Innergex is an equal opportunity employer that values each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Innergex is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment and bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. The key to our success as a global company is to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.</span></span></p><p class="Default" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(31, 56, 100);"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-size: 11pt; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;"><strong>www.innergex.com</strong></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: " arial="" nova="" light",="" sans-serif;"=""><span lang="EN-US">Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.</span></span></p>

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