JOB SUMMARY

Do you want a career where you can make a real difference? Do you want to work at the forefront of current policy making decisions? Do you want to have an impact on the UK and beyond? If yes, then a career at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) could be for you.
Here at DESNZ we are delivering our mission to make the UK a clean energy superpower, with clean electricity by 2030 and accelerating the UK’s journey to net zero. Our work is helping ensure clean energy for all, keep bills down and seize the opportunities to lead the world in new green industries, taking back control of our energy with Great British Energy and encouraging greater energy efficiency across the UK. The work of the department has never been more timely or relevant, and by joining us you will be part of making that difference.
Our work is varied, interesting and most importantly it’s impactful. Our DESNZ Values are interwoven into everything we do; we are bold, we are collaborative, we are inclusive, and we learn. As a department we are committed to these values to build a culture where everyone can thrive.
We offer great working benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below.
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Smart Metering Implementation Programme is looking for a highly motivated Grade 7 policy professional to work in our Consumer Policy team.
Our work ensures smart metering benefits reach all GB consumers, driving a smart and flexible energy system to deliver Clean Power by 2030. We’re looking for a driven individual with an interest in energy policy and consumer engagement, who is looking to develop their career in this exciting area. We work collaboratively across DESNZ and with a range of external partners to encourage smart meter uptake and safeguard consumer interests.
If you want to work in Government Major Projects Portfolio Programme (GMPP) an inclusive, friendly and supportive team that supports flexible working and career development then this is the job for you!

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

This post is suitable for a policy professional with experience delivering quality policy outcomes.You will lead detailed and interlinked policy areas and will need to quickly familiarise yourself with complex issues and work collaboratively across team boundaries to develop options and recommendations.

We are looking for candidates who can:

• Maintain effective performance under time pressure. You should be comfortable developing policy proposals from an early stage and adapting approaches to respond to wider changes in the policy landscape or consumer experience issues.
• Establish positive relationships with both internal and external partners, developing trust and influencing partners to build consensus. In this role, you will have opportunities to develop and present solutions, communicating effectively to secure support from senior leaders.

SELECTION PROCESS DETAILS

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.
As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and personal statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.
Please use your personal statement (in no more than 1000 words) to explain why you are interested in this opportunity and how your skills and experience match what we are looking for, as outlined in the job description.
Applications will be sifted on CV and Personal Statement.
In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the personal statement.
Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview.
The interview will consist of behaviour and strength-based questions.
Interviewees will be asked to deliver a presentation; further details will be provided nearer the time.

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading policy to design and implement measures to support smart meter uptake among key consumer groups, including those who may experience barriers to acceptance. This will involve developing and reviewing options, building consensus and securing support for policy proposals and engagement approaches across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver effective outcomes.
• Monitoring outcomes from existing consumer protection policy, responding to emerging issues and ensuring smart metering benefits reach all consumers. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating ongoing assessment of energy supplier performance, seeing opportunities for sharing good practice and addressing risks.
• Providing strategic direction and oversight of the Secretariat for the Programme’s Consumer Reference Group chaired by the team’s Deputy Director.
• Building and managing relationships with external organisations representing consumer interests, retaining their support for smart metering and influencing them to deliver consumer benefits.
• As a line manager, supporting the wellbeing, personal and professional development of one SEO and activity manage other SEO and HEO members of the team.