At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower rural communities to tackle climate change through engaging projects and initiatives.
- Company: Severn Wye Energy Agency, a charity focused on climate action and energy solutions.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, full training, and a competitive salary.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Degree-level education or equivalent experience with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31977 - 34360 £ per year.
Severn Wye is looking for a talented individual to empower people and communities living in rural areas to act on climate change, delivering our National Lottery-funded Energised Communities programme across Llangollen and Ceiriog Valley. You'll engage local stakeholders, champion co-design approaches, and help communities build the skills and confidence to take control of their energy futures.
The role will include:
- Delivering the Energised Communities programme, engaging diverse local stakeholders including councils, community groups, schools and Health Boards
- Facilitating inclusive community engagement and mapping exercises to identify local climate action opportunities
- Modelling co-design and co-delivery approaches, including traditionally uninvolved groups
- Supporting community-led climate initiatives through event leadership, resource leveraging and ongoing guidance
- Reporting progress and working in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund, including Welsh language requirements
We are looking for someone with:
- Education to degree level or equivalent experience, with excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Experience partnering with diverse stakeholders and communicating proposals persuasively and creatively
- Project coordination skills and the ability to manage their own workload with minimum supervision
- Ability to travel to rural community meetings and events, including some evenings and weekends
Severn Wye Energy Agency is a charity working across England and Wales, helping people overcome fuel poverty and act on climate change by putting energy at the heart of everything we do.
Apply via our online application portal at severnwye.org.uk/jobs/apply, including a covering letter explaining your interest and how your experience matches the requirements in the Job Description.
We are committed to diversity and guarantee an interview to candidates from ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ or disabled communities who meet the essential job criteria.
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Severn Wye is an exceptional employer, dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals facing fuel poverty. With a supportive and flexible work culture, employees benefit from comprehensive training, generous annual leave, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. The opportunity to engage with local communities across Powys while advocating for energy efficiency makes this role not only rewarding but also impactful.
