Public and Government Affairs Advisor III

Our client is seeking a Public and Government Affairs Advisor III to join their team. You will be part of the Community Affairs (CA) function supporting Field Teams and cross-functional partners. The ideal candidate will have strong relationship-building skills, the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, and a results-oriented mindset that helps proactively address landowner and community concerns while supporting production activities.

Job Title: Public and Government Affairs Advisor III

Location: Hopkinsville, KY

Pay Range: Market 

What's the Job?

• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with community leaders, elected officials, civic organizations, and other key stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s social license to operate.
• Design and implement targeted engagement programs that enhance the visibility and reputation of the Advanced Graphite Solutions (EMAGS) business, aligned with community needs and expectations.
• Serve as a principal ambassador for the EMAGS vision by communicating the company’s purpose and value proposition to local communities and stakeholders.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead public forums, regulatory hearings, community meetings, and outreach events that foster transparency, encourage dialogue, and reinforce responsible development.
• Monitor public sentiment and emerging issues related to EMAGS initiatives, proactively address concerns, and provide timely, accurate responses to inquiries from the public and stakeholders.

What's Needed?

• Appropriate tertiary qualification (Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree) or relevant experience in fields such as social anthropology, lands communication for development, humanities, environment and sustainable development, or social work and community development.
• Extensive knowledge of hydrocarbon resource law and the legislation that applies to overall PGA and CA operations.
• Understanding of local government systems and the ability to work effectively with regulatory bodies and government stakeholders.
• Skilled negotiation and contract administration capabilities, including the ability to work with field officers to complete negotiations with landowners.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written), staff leadership and influencing skills, and the ability to develop creative solutions to problems while working in a virtual multi-cultural team environment.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead community engagement and public outreach that supports transparency and responsible development.
• Chance to mentor and advise CA field staff, strengthening community affairs capability across teams.
• Role focused on proactive issue management—helping address landowner and stakeholder concerns early to support production activities.
• Experience building relationships with regulatory bodies and government stakeholders to support compliance and effective engagement.
• Meaningful work that contributes to community value through planned events, volunteer activities, and structured grievance documentation and response.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

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