Oluwayemisi Adekunle
Government & External Affairs Lead for West Africa @BURN
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WORK HISTORY
Government & External Affairs Lead for West Africa @BURN
As the regional Public Affairs and Government Relations Lead, I shape and deliver impactful communication strategies that position BURN as a trusted clean energy partner across West Africa. I drive advocacy, policy engagement, and stakeholder communications that influence energy policy, advance sustainability goals, and elevate BURN’s visibility with government and civil society partners. Key Achievements & Responsibilities: Strategic Advocacy & Messaging: Developed and led a government relations strategy that aligned with BURN’s mission to expand access to clean energy—strengthening the company’s role in policy conversations across West African countries. Policy Communication & Translation: Translated complex policy, regulatory, and legislative developments into clear, actionable communications for executive leadership and key stakeholders, ensuring proactive business alignment. Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivated strong, trust-based relationships with government agencies, regulators, and legislators, enhancing BURN’s credibility as a policy and innovation leader in sustainable energy. High-Level Representation: Represented BURN in public policy forums, government briefings, and multilateral events delivering strategic communications that influenced decision-making and increased institutional support. Coalition Building: Collaborated with NGOs, trade associations, and advocacy groups to co-create public messaging that emphasized climate equity, sustainable development, and energy access. Compliance & Reputation Management: Ensured adherence to lobbying regulations and disclosure requirements, while safeguarding the integrity and consistency of BURN’s public affairs narrative. Result: Positioned BURN as a leading voice in sustainable energy advocacy across West Africa, driving increased visibility in national energy plans, influencing policy priorities, and securing stronger regional partnerships.
EDUCATION
School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, Nigeria
Seminar
Fate Foundation
AEP 32
University of Ilorin, Nigeria
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Vital Voices Lead Fellow
Lead Fellowship
ABOUT OLUWAYEMISI ADEKUNLE
I’m a strategic communications and public affairs professional with 18+ years of…
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