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U.S. Director – Nuclear Energy

DirectorDirectorFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 1996H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Washington

Posted

48 days ago

Salary

$144.9K - $185K / year

Postgraduate DegreeEnglish

Job Description

• Serve as the in-house expert on nuclear policy, advocacy and related topics, particularly focused on the U.S. state and federal policy and regulatory ecosystems. • Identify, synthesize, and communicate key technical and economic trends across the U.S. nuclear energy sector, including industry players, government organizations, and regional markets. • Lead and manage policy research on nuclear energy technologies, delivering informed analysis regarding their contribution to U.S. climate and energy objectives. • Collaborate with CATF’s global nuclear fission energy team and multiple external stakeholders, engage in knowledge sharing and best practices. • Collaborate closely with the U.S. Advocacy team (federal, state, policy impact, and legal) on policy and advocacy activities related to nuclear energy, ensuring that CATF’s federal and state policy priorities are reflected in implementation strategies and campaigns. • Proactively engage external stakeholders, including federal and state policymakers, industry leaders, and NGOs, to drive policy and advocacy activities aligned with CATF’s nuclear energy strategy, projects, and initiatives in liaison with the U.S. Advocacy Team. • Lead outreach efforts to promote advanced nuclear technologies, coordinating efforts with U.S. government organizations, industry groups, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions in coordination with the Director for Nuclear Energy. • Serve as spokesperson on U.S. nuclear energy policy matters, representing CATF at high-level meetings, conferences, and public forums. • Engage with state-level policy and regulatory bodies to support regional nuclear energy deployment initiatives. • Develop and execute detailed work plans to ensure the successful implementation of U.S. nuclear energy strategy within CATF’s broader strategy. • Lead hands-on execution of outreach, policy initiatives, and project implementation efforts that promote advanced nuclear technologies as part of the U.S. energy transition. • Oversee and produce relevant analyses and materials such as blogs, op-eds, factsheets and short white papers. • Oversee policy and analytical consultants as necessary. • Collaborate cross-functionally with CATF teams to ensure U.S. nuclear energy initiatives are aligned with the organization’s goals and contribute to decarbonization efforts. • Maintain commercial awareness of U.S. nuclear energy market developments and ensure CATF’s activities are aligned with the evolving needs of the U.S. nuclear energy industry. • Provide strategic leadership in advancing nuclear energy initiatives in the U.S., reporting to and working closely with the U.S. Senior Manager and Director of Nuclear Energy. • Lead the U.S. nuclear energy program team, including managerial oversight of one employee. • Closely collaborate across the nuclear energy program team, in particular with the U.S. Senior Manager and Director of Nuclear Energy, as well as external partner organizations. • Cross-collaborate effectively in a matrix organization such as with communications, other programs, and cross-functional teams. • Engage in regular travel within the U.S. and periodic international travel to meet with stakeholders, attend industry events, and advocate for nuclear energy solutions. • Coach and collaborate with junior staff, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment across CATF teams. • Ensure that U.S.-focused program activities are cost-effective and aligned with CATF’s budget.

Job Requirements

  • Knowledge of congressional and legislative processes and procedures.
  • Senior experience in the U.S. energy sector, with a strong focus on policy development and implementation, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Extensive knowledge of energy industry, and policy and regulatory ecosystems, along with an established network in the sector.
  • Technical expertise is a plus but not required.
  • Ability to identify and communicate complex policy and regulatory trends across the U.S. nuclear energy sector.
  • Experience in driving federal and state policy and advocacy initiatives, engaging with government organizations and other stakeholders at the highest levels.
  • Experience leading a team, including management of resources, prioritizing employee growth development, and leading a team to deliver effective results.
  • Experience working across teams to ensure coordinated efforts on policy implementation.
  • Can do, positive and hands-on attitude in line with CATF core values of persistence, collaboration, and curiosity.
  • International experience a plus.
  • Advanced degree (e.g., Master's, J.D. or Ph.D.) in energy policy, political science, government affairs, communications, or a related field.
  • Passion for CATF’s mission.

Benefits

  • Excellent benefits package

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