Head of External Affairs
Burn · Nairobi
Job description
About the role
BURN is seeking a Head of External Affairs to lead government relations, policy and partnership initiatives across its African markets. Reporting to the Global Director of External Affairs, the role oversees a team of seven or more and translates strategic objectives into on‑the‑ground execution.
Key responsibilities
- Secure and protect host‑country authorisations, regulatory approvals and bilateral arrangements (LoAs, Article 6.2, Article 6.4, CORSIA eligibility, voluntary market authorisations) to enable carbon credit issuance.
- Negotiate and defend tax, duty, VAT and incentive frameworks to maximise fiscal competitiveness and product accessibility.
- Coordinate and develop a high‑performing in‑country external affairs team across Africa, ensuring consistent standards and effective day‑to‑day operations.
- Strengthen country presences and maintain alignment with the Global Director’s overall strategy.
Required profile
- Diploma or Associate’s degree.
Required skills
- Reporting
- Business management
- Partnerships
- Operative management
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