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Ripple Fiber · 1 month ago

Director of Government Affairs

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

Ripple Fiber is an innovative fiber internet company dedicated to creating opportunities for communities. The Director of Government Affairs will lead grant strategies and secure funding for fiber optic infrastructure projects while fostering relationships with communities and municipalities.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive government affairs strategy aligned with company business objectives

Implement Ripple Fiber’s overall grant strategy

Identify and assess available federal and state grant programs to support fiber optic infrastructure projects

Collaborate with the executive team to engage communities and municipalities, form relationships, and secure funding for fiber deployment and network management

Write and submit grant proposals to federal and state initiatives, with a focus on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program

Monitor and report on the status of grant applications and follow ups as necessary

Engage with community leaders and local governments to support market entry, permitting, and expansion initiatives

Advise the President and Ripple Fiber executive team on grant-related issues and provide financial guidance on the pursuit and prioritization of grants

Attend relevant industry events and conferences to maintain a strong understanding of current grant programs and initiatives

Qualification

Government affairs experiencePublic policy knowledgeGrant proposal writingBroadband funding familiarityTelecommunications experienceCommunicationInterpersonal skillsDetail-orientedTeam collaboration