Manager of Trade and International Affairs

Company Profile

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more than 1,200 member companies and 263,000 Americans working across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.

SEIA does this by supporting pro-solar policies at the state and federal level, developing cutting-edge market research, hosting educational events and webinars, and serving as the voice of the solar and storage industry.

SEIA employees are passionate, forward-thinking leaders who start every day knowing that their work makes a difference. SEIA values diversity and fosters an inclusive, lively company culture that celebrates team success. The association has earned numerous awards for its work and company culture and was named by the Washington Post as a 2023 and 2024 Top Workplace and a Best Nonprofit to Work For by the Nonprofit Times.

This position requires a cover letter to be submitted with the resume.

Position Summary

The Manager of Trade and International Affairs provides research and policy development support on trade and international issues related to solar products and energy storage manufacturing and supply chains. The Manager reports to the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Trade and provides support as directed to other Supply Chain and Trade team members.

This position requires a cover letter to be submitted with the resume.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor White House, federal agencies, international organizations, foreign governments, and other stakeholder publications and announcements related to trade actions, trade negotiations, regulatory developments on international issues, critical minerals, and cybersecurity.
• Draft weekly trade update.
• Research and draft memos, fact sheets, talking points, meeting notes, and other materials to support SEIA’s advocacy and communications work, including related to trade and international issues, solar products and energy storage manufacturing and supply chains, critical minerals, and cybersecurity.
• Prepare briefing books, background material, talking points, and other materials for the SVP in preparation for meetings, speaking engagements, and other events, and for member and public consumption.
• Help to grow relationships with foreign governments and trading partners, NGOs, U.S. and foreign trade associations, think tanks, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders involved in trade and international issues.
• Maintain a database of fact sheets, guidelines, Federal Register notices, and other materials related to trade, supply chain, and cybersecurity issues.

Requirements

Professional Experience, Education & Other Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of work experience, preferably in advocacy, policy, law, or another government-related field.
• Demonstrated interest in energy, international relations, regulatory and legislative initiatives, or international trade actions.
• Excellent oral communication, writing, and editing skills, including meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and independent work style.
• Strong time management skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-time zone team environment.
• A strong work ethic and customer-first attitude in order to thrive in our fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to learning new skills.
• Computer literacy skills including Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Working Conditions

This position is based in headquarters in Washington, DC.
SEIA employees in the Washington, D.C. region follow a hybrid remote and in-person office model. Employees work 3 days a week in an office environment and as needed when there are special events or meetings, but otherwise, they can be remote.

Compensation Range

$65,000-$70,000 annually, based on experience and an excellent benefits package.

Working at SEIA

SEIA values diversity, inclusion, and equity within our organization and the promotion of these values across the solar industry. We strive to welcome different perspectives, identities, and backgrounds, regardless of job function, to create a more resilient organization supporting a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity. We aim to achieve this by encouraging openness and transparency about diversity issues and progress. We will develop strategies, programs, and tools that seek to equalize opportunities within SEIA and allow for discussing and sharing best practices within the solar industry.

SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SEIA is an EVERIFY employer.

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