Communications & Engagement Officer Job Title: Communications & Engagement Officer Department: Corporate Support Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid working available) Reports to: Communications & Stakeholder Manager Employment Type: Permanent Company Profile Red Rock Renewables is an investor, owner, operator and developer of renewable energy projects. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, our growing team are passionate about generating clean energy and supporting the UK and Europe’s net zero ambitions. Our current portfolio includes five part or fully owned wind farm projects, each at different lifecycle stages. Our operational wind farms – Afton (100% equity), Beatrice (25%) and Överturingen (50%) – have an installed capacity of 320 MW (RRPL proportion), while our development projects – Benbrack onshore wind farm in the South West of Scotland (100%) and Inch Cape offshore wind farm off the East Coast (50%) – will deliver an additional 570 MW. We are committed to long term investment in the Scottish and UK market, onshore and offshore wind sectors in particular, and have strong growth ambitions to expand into the wider European market and other sustainable energy technologies. We are actively pursuing acquisition and development opportunities, including the offshore wind leasing rounds. Our Edinburgh headquarters puts us at the heart of the UK industry, while our team’s expertise and experience working on some of the world’s largest energy infrastructure projects allows us a unique opportunity to consider a variety of different opportunities and we welcome candidates to join us on this journey. Red Rock Renewables was established in 2016 when SDIC Power, a global power generation company headquartered in Beijing, China acquired Repsol’s UK wind portfolio. For more information on Red Rock Renewables and what it’s like to work with us, visit https://www.redrockrenewables.com/ Job Purpose You will work together with Red Rock Renewable's Communications Manager and Senior Management team to support the delivery of our renewable energy projects and the business’ long-term strategy to expand into new geographical and technology markets. You will provide administrative and operational support on a variety of internal and external communication functions, taking responsibility for key streams of work. This is an opportunity for someone looking to build on existing experience by working in a small communications team with a wide scope of responsibilities. Job Description 1. Work with Communications Manager to create and implement successful communication plans 2. Support the management of company press office, including proactive and reactive media engagement 3. Create short and long-form content across variety of platforms and audiences 4. Manage company intranet and support various internal communication activities 5. Manage company’s STEM programme and school engagement 6. Engage with variety of external stakeholders and manage stakeholder management system 7. Support company’s CSR strategies and activities 8. Support the organisation and delivery of events, such as the company’s presence at trade exhibitions and Project public consultations 9. Assist with the administration of communication activities, including engaging with suppliers and managing procurement processes. Skills Essential • Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to liaise with people at all levels, on the telephone, face-to-face and in writing. • Ability to write for a variety of audiences and channels Desirable • Video production and editing • Skilled across various digital and social media channels Knowledge and Experience Required Essential • At least two years of public relations, media relations, public affairs or stakeholder engagement experience Desirable • Experience in event management • Experience of building and maintaining strong relationships • Experience of external stakeholder management • Knowledge of planning consultation process or previous experience working on development projects Qualifications Desirable • Qualification in public relations, marketing or politics (HNC, undergraduate or post-graduate) Core Competencies • Effective Communication • Trust & Integrity • Team Orientated • Decisive • Strategic Vision • Adaptable • Commercial/Business Awareness What we offer A competitive salary and annual bonus along with a range of benefits including, family medical care, holiday purchase scheme, 10% non-contributory pension, life assurance, income protection and electric car scheme. The chance to work amongst a friendly, dedicated, sociable team and benefit from social, health and wellbeing initiatives. We are committed to providing ongoing training opportunities for all staff and invest in allowing you to reach your career goals. Through implementation of our hybrid working policy, we are committed to supporting a positive work-life balance for our employees whilst also maintaining valuable face time in the office. We're committed to achieving an equal gender balance and greater representation of all ethnic groups, both in our company and within the renewables industry. Diversity and inclusivity are central to our strength as a team as well as our culture as a business. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application.