Job Opportunity: Policy & Advocacy Manager

Are you passionate about policy, advocacy and shaping global conversations around the future of clean energy?

The Hydrogen Council, the world’s largest and only CEO-led global alliance comprising leading businesses and investors in hydrogen, is recruiting a highly motivated Policy & Advocacy Manager to join its growing team.

The role sits at the centre of the Hydrogen Council’s policy and advocacy activities, offering a unique opportunity to strengthen the Council’s engagement on key issues across priority jurisdictions globally.

We are looking for an experienced, driven and service-oriented professional with a strong background in energy and climate policy, including hydrogen, and a track record of achieving concrete business outcomes through policy and advocacy. A demonstrated “campaign mindset” combining policy, advocacy and communications tools will be a strong plus.

As the Policy & Advocacy Manager, you will report to the Head of Policy & Advocacy and work closely with our global team based across Belgium, Germany, Spain and the UK, as well as our member companies, partners and vendors around the world.

Key responsibilities

Contribute to the work of the Hydrogen Council’s Policy & Advocacy workstream, especially through the following:

Strategies and Workplans

• Help shape the development of Hydrogen Council policy and advocacy strategies and work plans, in close collaboration with relevant members and teams.

Projects and Campaigns:

• Plan and execute highly collaborative, integrated policy and advocacy campaigns to deliver tangible results against set priorities.
• Design and lead the delivery of issue or market specific policy and advocacy projects – with demonstrable impact, on time and budget.

Advocacy Committee:

• Working closely with relevant teams and members, ensure the smooth running of the day-to-day work of the Council’s Advocacy Committee, including preparation of meetings with member companies, policymakers and other external stakeholders.

Policy Tools and Materials:

• Develop and manage tools for effective delivery of policy and advocacy work such as issue maps, timelines, trackers, advocacy toolkits and other materials to reflect latest policy and regulatory developments, technological advancements, and market trends.
• Collaborate closely with Research and Communications teams to develop infographics, presentations, and other resources to support advocacy and engagement efforts.
• Track the performance of advocacy tools, campaigns, and stakeholder outreach, providing regular insights and advice to refine strategies.

Stakeholder and Membership Engagement:

• Oversee the development and management of stakeholder and membership databases to ensure accurate, current, and tailored information for targeted advocacy engagement.
• Plan and execute communication and engagements, including virtual, hybrid and in-person events, with Council members and external stakeholder.
• Develop strong relationships with members, policymakers and other external stakeholders (e.g. industry associations, international organizations, think tanks).

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Research, Communications, Marketplace and Operations teams of the Hydrogen Council to ensure policy and advocacy work is grounded in robust data and aligned messaging, and fully integrated with other Council work.
• Collaborate on the organization of members meetings, events and other activities to support the work of the Council’s policy and advocacy workstream.

Our offer

• Unique opportunities to learn and grow in a dynamic international work environment, including hands-on training with some of the best in the industry.
• Direct collaboration with global senior leaders and policy and advocacy teams across the world’s leading energy, transport and industrial companies.
• A highly collaborative, international, mission-oriented team culture.
• Flexible hybrid work set-up.
• Opportunities to travel and work with a wide variety of members, partners and vendors around the world.

Qualifications and skills

• Experience: 10-15 years of experience in similar roles within government, consulting, industry associations, or the private sector.

• Education: Postgraduate degree in Political Science, Environmental Studies, International Relations, Communication, or a related field.
• Languages: Native-equivalent or full professional proficiency in English. Additional languages are a plus.
• Policy knowledge: Strong background in energy and climate policy, including hydrogen.
• Global experience: Experience across multiple global markets – especially outside of Europe – is a strong plus.
• Campaign mindset: Experience in combining policy, advocacy and communications tools intro effective integrated campaigns is a strong plus.
• Technical proficiency: Excellent command of MS Office; experience with project management and collaboration tools is desirable.
• Advanced writing and presentation design skills: Experience in data visualisation and passion for crafting clear, impactful messages and materials tailored to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail: Comfortable managing complex projects, processes, and databases, while ensuring high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
• Professional conduct: Diplomatic, discreet, and tactful in all interactions. Capable of representing the Hydrogen Council and its leadership with integrity, maintaining positive relationships with both members and external stakeholders.
• Team player: Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and members to achieve shared objectives.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural, and hybrid work environment. Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively across different time zones and adapt to varying work requirements.
• Service mindset: Strong fit for a membership-based organization with a demonstrated ability to thrive in a member-driven trade group (or a similar multistakeholder) environment.
• Flexibility: Given the Council’s global nature with member companies across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, reasonable flexibility is required for accommodating meeting times and fostering collaborative relationships.
• Travel: Willingness to travel, depending on the candidate’s location.

Other information

• Contract type: full-time employee.
• Expected start date: as soon as available. Please indicate potential earliest start date and notice length (if applicable).
• Remuneration: competitive, based on experience.
• Location: hybrid position, with a preference for candidates in or close to Central European (CET) time zone and with the ability to travel to Brussels and work with the Hydrogen Council team in person on agreed occasions.

Application process

• Closing date: June 17, 2026. Interviews will start shortly thereafter.
• How to apply: Please send your CV (max. 2 pages) and a short letter (max. 1 page) outlining your motivation and why you are the right person for the role, also indicating your earliest start date and salary expectations, to vacancy@hydrogencouncil.com using ‘Vacancy / Policy & Advocacy Manager’ as the email subject line.
• Please note: Only applications sent through that channel and containing both the CV as well as the letter will be considered. Due to anticipated volume of applications, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further information.

About the Hydrogen Council

The Hydrogen Council is the world’s largest and only CEO-led global hydrogen alliance, bringing together some 140 companies from 20+ countries across the entire hydrogen value chain. Representing some $9 trillion in market capitalization, 7.1 million in FTEs and some $6.4 trillion in revenues, the Council provides a unique, cross-sector platform for global leaders to align strategy, accelerate collaboration and shape the development of a globally integrated hydrogen sector.

The Council’s mission is to make the world cleaner, more secure and resilient, with hydrogen as a critical contributor and enabler. By providing clarity on the path to scale, fostering supportive policy and regulatory frameworks, and building partnerships needed to advance hydrogen deployment worldwide, the Council acts as a market catalyst and the key voice of industry.

To find out more visit www.hydrogencouncil.com and follow the Hydrogen Council on LinkedIn.