Government Relations Specialist

Shamsuna is an NGO that promotes solar energy in the Bedouin community, emphasising establishing Bedouin-owned solar farms and replacing generators with solar systems in schools and kindergartens.

Job Components

1. In-depth study of the issues that Shamsuna Center promotes and a precise definition of the barriers and levers that need to be worked against after consultation with the staff and the executive committee.

2. Editing and distributing position papers and bills on issues on the centre's agenda.

3. Building relationships with officials at all levels of government who influence decision-making. Maintaining contact as frequently as desired according to the case.

4. Organizing, initiating and accompanying meetings with stakeholders to promote decision-making processes in the relevant areas that Shamsuna Center deals with.

5. Participation in conferences and events that relate to Shamsuna's areas of activity, in order to promote government relations.

6. Work with a media team to strengthen the presence of Shamsuna's main messages in the media and social media.

7. Promote bills, government decisions, inquiries and extra-parliamentary activity in relevant areas.

8. Work with officials in Bedouin local authorities to promote Shamsuna's messages and projects.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

2. Fluency in Arabic + Hebrew including high-level writing and drafting - mandatory.

3. Identification with the organization's values.

4. Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.

Work conditions

• The position offered is part-time (the position may be increased later).

• Presence one day a week at the organization's office in Beer sheva.

• Reporting to the CEO of the NGO.

• Working with the Partnerships Coordinator, Volunteers and the Executive Committee.

• Availability for meetings, tours and conferences as needed.

• Traveling to Jerusalem/Tel Aviv 2-3 times a month.