Public Affairs Manager

We are seeking a Public Affairs Manager to help advance Aypa’s policy and stakeholder engagement priorities in key markets. This role sits within the Government & Regulatory Affairs team and will drive effective collaboration with public officials, community leaders, and local organizations. The ideal candidate will anticipate policy trends, identify opportunities for proactive engagement, and help shape outcomes that support Aypa’s strategic objectives. 

This position will play a critical role in supporting the development of critical energy projects - spanning market assessment, permitting, commercialization, and successful operations. As a high‑visibility role within a growing organization and established portfolio, it requires exceptional verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment, and a disciplined approach to managing competing priorities. 

Responsibilities:  

• Develop and execute proactive and reactive public affairs campaigns in key states and markets, working closely with Development teams to advance project permitting objectives and build local support;
• Develop a deep understanding of business priorities and policy trends to guide Aypa’s strategic public affairs and government relations efforts nationwide;
• Build and maintain relationships with private‑sector partners, industry associations, industry allies, and other third‑party stakeholders, directly or in coordination with the Government & Regulatory Affairs team and relevant Development teams;
• Monitor, analyze, and track state legislative developments affecting Aypa, providing timely insights and recommendations to inform proactive engagement strategies;
• In partnership with Development teams, cultivate and manage relationships with external project stakeholders - including landowners, neighboring property owners, community members, and federal, state, and local authorities with jurisdiction over project outcomes;
• Create and/or oversee the creation and production of key external communications materials such as one-pagers, presentations, web content, poster boards, etc.;
• Facilitate colleagues’ awareness of and compliance with local and state lobbying regulations in active markets;
• Source and manage consultants and service providers - including public relations, communications, and other specialists - to support project and corporate goals;
• Contribute to project status tracking and provide regular reporting to regional Development leads and the Executive Team;
• Perform other duties as assigned or required. 

Key Qualifications: 

• 3 to 5 years of progressive successful experience in energy policy/development/communications or other related field;
• Bachelor’s Degree;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise communication materials for internal and external use;
• Track record of managing high-stakes policy issues at the state and/or local level;
• Strong understanding of advocacy and engagement strategies across diverse markets and stakeholders;
• A collaborative approach to work, with a successful record of planning, executing, and overseeing numerous complex projects simultaneously;
• High initiative and desire to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment with senior mentorship but limited task-level direction and supervision. 

Compensation and Location: 

Salary: A base salary commensurate with experience;
Bonus: An annual bonus will be awarded based on individual performance and the overall success of the business;
Benefits: Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, paid parental leave, and other health/wellness benefits;
Location: Remote (USA). The ability to work in the United States is a requirement. Preference for candidates based in the Central United States; 
Travel: Candidate must be willing to travel 40% across the United States and on occasion into Ontario, Canada.