Government Relations and Policy Associate

SUMMARY

The Government Relations and Policy Associate role will be responsible for supporting a cross-functional team with the goal of enhancing the feasibility and successful development of future mining facilities and renewable energy partnerships. Tasks include research and analysis, relationship-building, general data collection, administrative support, and team coordination. This role will contribute to the overall promotion of MARA's innovative growth, brand development, and financial and policy goals. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Source and evaluate funding opportunities at the state, local, federal, and occasionally international level, such as grants, tax incentives, and loans.
• Write engaging grant proposals and letters of inquiry while developing relationships with economic development agencies leading to successful award of funding.
• Analyze current project proposals and assist in the development of new project proposals with respect to the location's political and economic situation, including factors such as demographic changes, openness to industry and innovation, and more.
• Analyze current project proposals and assist in the development of new project proposals with respect to the potential compatibility of Bitcoin mining with other industries, including agriculture, alternative energy, waste and byproduct utilization, and other applicable on-grid and off-grid energy sources.
• Propose sustainable and renewable energy partnerships based on research and analysis and assist in cultivating successful partnerships.
• Utilize critical thinking and creative ideation to develop or enhance project proposals.
• Successfully communicate the positive externalities of MARA's business activities at the local level and proactively develop community engagement strategies.
• Collect and track data to continuously monitor project feasibility.
• Provide general support to the SVP of GA & SR and other team members.
  
  

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce and contribute to narrative reports as necessary, conveying MARA's success with partnerships, funding receipts, and community enhancement.
• Synthesize complex information about Bitcoin mining and renewable and sustainable energy practices into educational material for new audiences.
• Create charts, one-pagers, and other informative materials demonstrating the economic impact of MARA's community investments such as job creation, tax revenue, and collaboration with community partners.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state, local, federal, and international trends in renewable, alternative, and sustainable energy, as well as the Bitcoin mining sector, specifically related to cost-reduction and innovative strategies.
  
  

TEAM ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in coordinating the internal workflow of the team, ensuring smooth communication and efficient collaboration between team members.
• Schedule and organize team meetings, including drafting agendas, taking notes, and tracking action items.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documents required by the team for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Track and maintain key project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure timely and effective progress.
• Support the team with administrative tasks related to travel arrangements, event planning, and project logistics.
• Manage and maintain the team's filing system, ensuring proper organization of documents and project materials.
• Provide additional administrative assistance as needed to ensure smooth daily operations of the team.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• A minimum of 2-4 years of associate or Special Assistant experience.
• Undergraduate or Master's degree preferred.
  
  

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business publications.