We present an exciting opportunity to join us at the newly formed York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (CA) to lead on our pioneering ambition to be net zero by 2034 and carbon negative by 2040. You will play a critical part in delivery of this ambition as you develop and manage a range of net zero projects. This will be a challenging role but one which will also provide you with the opportunity to evidence your own impact, helping you to progress your experience at a senior level in this sector.
Key Objectives
* Programme manage a portfolio of net zero projects.
* Harness both public and private sector investment to enable the delivery of net zero projects and programmes.
* Support collaboration and knowledge-sharing activities across a range of partners.
You will work closely with other teams within the Local Enterprise Partnership, alongside the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub, City of York Council, North Yorkshire Council and other partners supporting them contribute to reducing carbon emissions.
Benefits
* A generous leave entitlement, starting at 28 days plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff).
* Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
* Retail, travel and leisure discounts and salary sacrifice discount schemes through our Everybody Benefits offer.
* Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.
Qualifications
You will hold a degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, and have specialist knowledge of one or more of the following subject areas: renewable energy, circular economy, and natural capital as well as a strong understanding of how to develop net zero projects, including business case development. You will have a good understanding of project management principles, with experience of project development, management and monitoring in the context of net zero.
Understanding of local, regional, and national government structures with a good understanding of public and private sector funding models, and current challenges with investment in low carbon projects and reducing carbon emissions and potential solutions to overcome these.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, is a must, with the ability to engage, influence, effect change and problem solve and find solutions.
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