Programme Leader - UK Energy Team
London, SE1 (with hybrid working and UK travel, but we are open to discussing travel if this would otherwise become a barrier to your application)
About Us
E3G is an independent climate change think tank with a global outlook. We are world leading strategists on the political economy of climate change, dedicated to achieving a safe climate for all.
Consistently ranked as one of the top ten most influential environmental think tanks in the world by the University of Pennsylvania's Global Go to Think Tank Index, we are on the frontier of the climate landscape, tackling barriers and advancing solutions to a safe climate.
We are now looking for a Programme Lead to make an impact with our UK Energy Team on a permanent, full-time basis.
The Benefits
- Salary of up to £66,000 per annum, dependant on experience and qualifications
- 25 days' annual leave plus additional leave between Christmas and New Year
- Employers Pension contribution plan
- Cycle scheme
- Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working approach
- Yearly process for remuneration review
If you have a track record of successful team management and energy policy experience, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark on a globally influential think tank.
Your expertise will drive transformative decarbonisation efforts, shaping the UK's energy future and making a significant impact on climate policy! You will expand your portfolio of experience and enrich your professional network, all whilst driving carbon reduction.
With our organisation consistently ranked among the top ten environmental think tanks worldwide, you will also collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to achieving a safe climate for all.
Seize this chance to lead a high-performing team, influence national policy, and advance innovative solutions - apply now!
The Role
As a Programme Leader at E3G, you will spearhead our efforts to achieve the deep and rapid decarbonisation of the energy system.
Aiming to meet the UK's climate targets, you will ensure a prosperous green future by focusing on securing high-ambition energy policy outcomes and leveraging political opportunities, whilst promoting a just transition in power, housing, and industry.
Developing the UK political strategy, you will build cross-party support, maintain networks with parliamentarians, NGOs, industry, civil servants, funders, journalists, and experts, lead political engagement and achieve our organisational energy priorities.
You will manage a team of six staff members, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting positive team dynamics, as well as collaborating with colleagues across various UK programmes, including sustainable finance and climate diplomacy.
Additionally, you will:
- Represent the team externally
- Contribute thought leadership
- Ensure UK progress is leveraged globally
About You
To be considered as a Programme Lead, you will need:
- Experience of delivering ambitious strategic outcomes for a portfolio of energy campaign or policy work
- Experience of working on UK political influencing to achieve policy outcomes, with strong political connections
- Team management experience, including line management, delegation, team building and performance management, with a strong regard to wellbeing
- Experience of budget management, project management and programme management
- Fundraising experience
- Policy expertise related to energy issues
- A strong network of contacts working across energy-related issues in the UK
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
The deadline for applications is 11th August 2024.
Other organisations may call this role Energy Policy Director, Senior Energy Strategist, Energy Programme Manager, Head of Energy Initiatives, Director of Energy Systems, Energy Transition Lead, or Chief Energy Officer.
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