Director of Communications and Public Policy

Nanosolar is a global leader in solar power innovation. We are setting the standard for affordable green power with solar cell technology of distinctly superior cost efficiency, versatility, and availability. Our mission is very simple: Delivering cost-efficient solar electricity.


Our rapidly growing company is currently seeking a Director of Communications and Public Policy who can represent Nanosolar as a company spokesperson and front line point of communication to media and government.  Manage public relations related to legal, policy, product and other corporate issues. Create process and procedures to integrate all company marketing with public communications. Assess and anticipate risks to Nanosolar’s reputation and brand. Work closely with key business partners both within and outside the company.
 
Calm nerves, clear thoughts, sharp focus – and the ability to keep smiling sincerely as a rush of people simultaneously demand instant satisfaction. And here's one more: unflappable. We live in a fast, dynamic, sometimes hard-hitting world where no two days are ever the same. We're strategic thinkers with large doses of creativity, initiative and endless curiosity – not to mention grace and poise. We want to redefine conventional wisdom, not just echo it. 
 
Responsibilities:
Design and implement initiatives related to external communications and public policy. Develop relations with all forms of media relating to Nanosolar. Represent Nanosolar as a company spokesperson to our partners, customers, media, shareholders and communities. Direct a broad range of policy related and regulatory communications. Build and manage a team of highly talented professionals and work closely with key business partners.

 

Requirements:
BA/BS degree from a top-tier university; post-graduate degree preferred. At least 7 years of professional experience in communications and/or public policy. Proven communicator with verbal and written skills. Effective team player who can lead efforts across various disciplines. Capable of working calmly and quickly in high-stress environments. Foreign language capability preferred.


Please apply online at  http://www.jobvite.com/CompanyJobs/Job.aspx?c=qTV9VfwC&v=1&j=o5raVfwl