Overview

We are Edison Electric Institute, the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 235 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 65 international electric companies, with operations in more than 90 countries, as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

Our Operating Principles are designed to foster growth and to enable every employee to harness and demonstrate the Power by Association that EEI represents. We will always:

• Create a Positive and Satisfying Work Environment – We will work together to create an environment that fosters professional growth.

• Deliver High-Quality Service – We must be motivated to provide member service that is prompt, responsive, accurate, and credible.

• Demonstrate Teamwork – We must embrace the concept of teamwork as achieved through effective communication, mutual respect, trust, creation of a sense of camaraderie, and cooperation on all tasks to meet customer needs.

• Focus on Results – We must set priorities, seek results, and devise, manage, and use creative ways to define and to measure success in achieving those results effectively and efficiently.

• Provide Value – We must strive to provide value to our member companies.

• Put Our Customers First – Our primary customers are our member companies. Each of us must work to deliver quality service in a positive and professional manner and must strive to exceed customer expectations every time a service is provided.

• Take Initiative – We are all empowered to take individual initiative and informed risk and to accept accountability in meeting the needs of our customers and of each other.

Responsibilities

We are offering an exciting opportunity for the position of Project Coordinator in Public Policy & External Affairs. In this dynamic role, you will offer essential staff and project management support to the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) & Executive Vice President (EVP) of Public Policy & External Affairs. Responsibilities will include coordinating activities among the Communications, Government Relations, and External Affairs departments, as well as collaborating with other EEI departments when necessary. Additionally, you will play a key role in assisting with activities in the Office of the CSO & EVP and contributing to various tasks within the External Affairs department as needed.

• Schedule meetings, coordinate travel arrangements, oversee media management, and ensure briefing books and other materials are prepared by EEI staff.

• Maintain files related to legislative issues, expense reports, lobbying reports, accounting forms and purchase orders.

• Provide support for purchase orders, work orders, expense accounts, other forms as needed.

• Serve as liaison between Government Relations, External Affairs, and Communications Department to ensure projects are completed.

• Track progress and workflow of EEI advocacy projects and communications materials.

• Assist with projects in the External Affairs department that include legislative and regulatory tracking.

• Maintain and update stakeholder contact lists as needed.

• Assist with member-based webinars and advocacy project needs.

• Coordinate outreach and external organizational obligations including speaking engagements and roundtables.

• Draft and proofread correspondence and other materials.

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and execution of the EEI member conferences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, or related field

• Demonstrated understanding of federal, state, and local political landscapes and legislative processes

• Two or more years of related experience required

• Two years of Hill experience preferred

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, and Excel

• Exceptionally skilled at prioritizing work duties

• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

The salary range for this role begins at $65,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. EEI also offers an annual performance incentive which is prorated for mid-year start dates. This incentive is typically up to 10% of base salary. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities.

Office Protocol

This is a hybrid position which requires the incumbent to reside in the District of Columbia metropolitan area and come into the office a minimum of three days each week with two of the mandatory days being Tuesday and Wednesday.

Job Locations US-DC

Job ID 2024-1229

Category External Affairs

Type FT - Full Time