Senior Upstream Policy Lead

Posted 11 days ago

american national standards instituteWashington (DC)

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About the role

American Petroleum Institute (API) seeks a senior leader to provide policy development and advocacy on key upstream oil and gas issues. You will serve as a principal expert on offshore operations, safety, wildlife, and environmental policy, guiding strategies that advance exploration and production. Lead committees, build consensus among member companies, and align priorities with API objectives. Direct projects, research, budgets, and external engagement, coordinating with API departments and

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