Government Relations Superintendent

The Government Relations Superintendent is responsible for leading the organization's engagement and coordination with government agencies, local government units (LGUs), and other key external stakeholders to ensure smooth project implementation, regulatory compliance, and community support. This role drives strategies to strengthen institutional relationships, address stakeholder concerns, and align engagement activities with the company's business and sustainability objectives.

• Government and Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and implement engagement strategies with LGUs, national government agencies, and other stakeholders to facilitate permitting, compliance, and project approvals.

• Maintain strong working relationships with government counterparts and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment with relevant policies and programs.
• Represent the company in coordination meetings, consultations, and public hearings.

• Regulatory and Compliance Support

• Monitor policy changes, regulatory requirements, and political developments that may affect business operations.

• Support the preparation and submission of compliance documents and reports to government agencies.
• Ensure timely resolution of government and community-related issues through proactive consultation and coordination.

• Community Relations and Public Affairs

• Oversee stakeholder mapping, communication planning, and community engagement initiatives in project areas.

• Address community and social concerns through transparent dialogue, issue management, and commitment tracking.
• Support CSR and sustainability activities in host communities in alignment with company values.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with internal departments (Legal, EHS, Operations, Corporate Communications) to ensure consistent messaging and compliance in all stakeholder engagements.

• Provide advice to project teams on stakeholder risks and mitigation strategies.

• Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare stakeholder engagement reports, presentations, and documentation for management review, audits, and investor relations.

• Maintain databases of government and community interactions for reference and compliance tracking.

THE INDIVIDUAL

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Communication, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 7–10 years of experience in government relations, external affairs, or stakeholder management—preferably in infrastructure, energy, utilities, or construction sectors.
• Strong background in LGU and inter-agency coordination, public consultation, and regulatory processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues, build trust, and maintain professionalism across diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with permitting, social safeguards, and environmental compliance requirements is an advantage.
• Eligibility/Certification: Career Service Professional (preferred for government-related roles)
• Must be amenable to work 100% onsite in any of our project sites

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