Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy
- Identify, map, and build relationships with key stakeholders across government ministries, regulatory authorities, and external bodies.
- Act as the first point of contact for government ministries, creating avenues for engagement and advocacy.
- Use personal networks and develop new contacts to enhance outreach and influence opportunities.
- Represent Essar Capital at relevant forums, events, and industry associations (e.g., CII, FICCI).
Relationship Management
- Maintain strong, long-term relations with ministries, regulatory agencies, and junior government functionaries to support Essar’s business agenda.
- Facilitate routine interactions for project-related matters and gather intelligence to support Essar businesses.
- Host, invite, and engage government stakeholders at industry events, conferences, and policy discussions.
Government & Policy Interface
- Conduct meetings with bureaucrats and junior officials to secure relevant information that supports management in high-level engagements.
- Track changes in government regulations, rulings, and policies; draft reports analyzing potential impact on Essar businesses.
- Provide timely insights on policy developments impacting Essar Capital’s industries and projects.
- Assist in preparation and submission of documents, forms, and applications for policy-related work.
Support to Leadership & CRG Team
- Provide protocol assistance to promoters, directors, CXOs, and senior management during ministry visits.
- Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and communication material for policy engagement.
- Support CRG team members in resolving challenges or bottlenecks caused by regulatory and policy environments.
- Handle fieldwork and operational support for issues related to government administrative authorities.
- Build strong networks with public interest groups and think tanks relevant to Essar’s businesses.
Key Competencies
- Strong relationship-building and networking skills with government and regulatory authorities.
- Deep understanding of government structures, functioning, and policy-making processes.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
- Ability to align government engagement to business priorities.
- Strong organizational and execution skills.
Experience
- 10+ years of relevant experience in government relations and policy advocacy
- Proven track record of engaging with ministries, regulators, and industry associations.
- Experience in managing external stakeholders and facilitating leadership-level engagement.
