At a Glance
- Tasks: Support energy efficiency programmes and help households save money and reduce carbon footprints.
- Company: Join the Energy Saving Trust, a leader in promoting sustainable energy.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous holiday, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while developing valuable programme management skills.
- Qualifications: Strong administrative skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
The predicted salary is between 26662 - 26662 £ per year.
The role involves supporting the Northern Ireland team as a programme support officer, playing a key role in helping households create warmer homes, lower energy bills, and reduce carbon footprints. You will be supporting NISEP, an £8 million grant programme that funds energy efficiency and renewable measures for homes and businesses. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your programme management skills, gain valuable experience in the Energy Access sector, and contribute to a more sustainable future while making a real impact on communities.
The Northern Ireland team sits within the Energy Directorate of Energy Saving Trust. In Northern Ireland, the main focus is to deliver the Northern Ireland Sustainable Energy Programme (NISEP), but the team is also involved in other areas of work and delivers campaigns helping NI householders save energy and money. There are currently four programme support officers who work closely to support each other in delivering NISEP and report into the project manager of the team. The team collaborates with external stakeholders regularly and other teams of Energy Saving Trust.
What You Will Do
- Support the efficient delivery of Energy Saving Trust NI’s programmes, ensuring all processes and procedures are followed effectively.
- Review and assess payment claims, analyse interim reports, and contribute to other essential programme tasks.
- Work closely with external stakeholders and teams across Energy Saving Trust’s offices.
What You Will Bring
- Confidently engage with people at all levels, building positive relationships with NISEP primary bidders and collaborating daily.
- Strong administrative and numerical skills, with a keen eye for accuracy and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
- Understanding of the importance of meeting service level agreements (SLAs) and excel at managing multiple tasks efficiently.
As part of the recruitment process, background checks will be conducted on all candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment. The nature of the scheme requires compliance with UK Government standards when carrying out pre-employment checks for new starters. Candidates must hold valid UK Right to Work documentation.
Who We Are
Energy Saving Trust is a leading and trusted organisation, dedicated to promoting energy efficiency, low carbon transport, and sustainable energy use. We aim to address the climate emergency and deliver the wider benefits of clean energy as we transition to net zero.
Work where you thrive
At Energy Saving Trust, flexibility isn’t just a policy; it’s how we work. Most roles can be done remotely, and many of our people choose to work from home full-time. We have welcoming spaces in London, Edinburgh, Belfast, Cardiff, and Hadleigh for those who want to connect in person.
We’ll Support You With
- Generous holiday (25 days + bank holidays + extra Christmas leave)
- True flexibility in how and where you work (subject to role requirements)
- Strong pension & life assurance
- Enhanced family leave
- Green travel perks (EV scheme, cycle to work)
- Professional development support
- Yearly wellbeing allowance
Energy Saving Trust is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can be themselves, with support to be their best. We strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and with different identities and experiences to apply for roles with Energy Saving Trust.
To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received.
Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this post. To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.
Programme Support Officer employer: Energy Saving Trust
At Energy Saving Trust, we pride ourselves on being a purpose-driven organisation that not only offers meaningful careers but also fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our professional development support, generous benefits, and true flexibility in work arrangements, allowing you to thrive while making a positive impact on the environment across Scotland.
