Senior Policy and Programme Officer – Climate Change Mitigation

at  Greater London Authority

KEY INFORMATION

Salary: £51,029 per annum
Grade: 8
Contract type: Permanent
Reference: 047195
Interview date: 9 & 11 December 2024
Application closing date: Sun, 17/11/2024 - 23:59

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the field of environment and climate policy.
• Ability to analyse and interpret urban environment issues quantitatively and qualitatively, in relation to their causes, effects and possible solutions.
• Previous experience of emissions inventories and/or data management and analysis

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

London’s diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a motivated senior policy officer to support the Climate Change team across its range of work programmes.
The post holder will be responsible for updating London’s annual greenhouse gas emissions inventory and will support evidence-based decision making with quantitative analysis.
They will support the team’s work on embedding climate considerations in decision making within the GLA Group. They will lead and co-ordinate briefings and correspondence relating to climate and energy policy, and proactively support the team to collaborate with different partners across London, including London Boroughs.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the management of a portfolio of environment work and on certain, agreed Mayoral projects and programmes.
• Assist in the management of projects that are carried out either internally and externally, either for the Authority or by the Authority on behalf of other organisations, including procuring and managing consultants and contractors.
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of communications on technical and policy matters with international organisations, Government departments, the London Boroughs, and other organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
• Help build new and maintain existing partnerships to assist in delivery of initiatives to implement the Mayor’s policies and programmes including negotiating funding.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships within and outside the Authority and with the Functional Bodies in order to ensure that opportunities for integration and inter-disciplinary working are realised.
• Contribute to the provision of advice, written and oral, to the Mayor and his staff, senior managers, Members of the Assembly, and Functional Bodies, GLA staff, government departments, London-based and national organisations on environmental matters.
• Prepare responses to questions and correspondence to the Mayor and from Assembly members, Government departments and other organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
• Carry out all roles allocated to the job in accordance with the Authority’s policies and Code of Ethics and Standards.
• Realise the benefits of London’s diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London’s communities.
• Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE ROLE

If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Claire Jamieson would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at claire.jamieson@london.gov.uk
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk who support the GLA with recruitment.

If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:

• Up to date CV
• Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the competencies outlined in the advert