Chief of Operations, Government Affairs, Sustainability

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Chief of Operations for GE Vernova focusing on government affairs and sustainability leadership. Collaborating with senior leaders to drive strategic priorities and operational leadership across the organization.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeWashington DC • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $260,000 - $390,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in Government Affairs and Sustainability, with a focus on operational excellence, team development, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to integrate AI solutions to enhance decision-making and drive organizational alignment with enterprise objectives.

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Government Affairs ExperienceSustainability LeadershipPeople LeadershipStrategic PlanningAI Integration

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Hard Skills

Budget DevelopmentOperational LeadershipStakeholder EngagementStrategic Briefing DevelopmentResource Allocation

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationAgilityResilienceJudgment

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled ToolsKnowledge Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Public PolicyCorporate AffairsMatrixed EnvironmentContinuous ImprovementCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Corporate Officer, helping to define, prioritize, and execute initiatives, including confidential and time-sensitive matters, across government affairs, sustainability, external engagement, and business alignment
Provide strategic direction and operational leadership for the Government Affairs and Sustainability organization, ensuring that priorities, resources, processes, and stakeholder engagements are aligned with GE Vernova’s enterprise objectives, while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing coaching, direction, and support while fostering a culture of Lean, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, transparency, and continuous improvement
Support the Chief Corporate Officer’s attendance at key public-facing events, executive forums, stakeholder meetings, conferences, and strategic engagements, and where appropriate, represent the company on his behalf
Develop high-level strategic briefings for Board and Executive Leadership Team, and represent the Government Affairs & Sustainability teams in these engagements, highlighting progress, challenges and upcoming actions to senior leadership
Lead AI integration across the organization, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge management through responsible and practical use of AI-enabled tools and processes
Partner in budget development and long-term strategic planning, helping to shape resource allocation, prioritize investments, and align operating plans with organizational objectives and growth priorities
Work closely with HR on workforce planning, staffing, and hiring, ensuring the organization has the right talent, structure, and capabilities to meet current and future needs
Partner with senior leaders across GE Vernova’s businesses, regions, and corporate functions to advance cross-functional priorities, resolve complex issues, and drive alignment between government affairs, sustainability, commercial, communications, legal, and operational teams
Build and strengthen external relationships with government stakeholders, policy organizations, non-profit partners, educational institutions, industry associations, customers, and other strategic partners to advance GE Vernova’s priorities
Represent GE Vernova externally to showcase strategic programs, strengthen the company’s reputation, attract talent and partnerships, and reinforce GE Vernova’s leadership in energy, sustainability, and public policy
Anticipate emerging risks, opportunities, and organizational needs, and proactively develop recommendations and action plans
Lead through change and ambiguity with agility, resilience, and sound judgment, while maintaining a strong focus on business outcomes, customer value, enterprise alignment, and team engagement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in a relevant field, or equivalent knowledge and experience
Significant experience in government affairs, sustainability, public policy, corporate affairs or a related field, with demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed environment
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including the ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across geographies and functions
Proven ability to translate strategy into execution, establish operating mechanisms, manage priorities, and deliver measurable outcomes across a complex organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
The Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits