Community Energy Grants - Programme Executive

Job TitleCommunity Energy Grants - Programme ExecutiveSalary€50,501 pa (Other arrangements may apply if coming directly from another civil or public service body)Tenure5-year fixed term contractWork LocationDublin, Dundalk, Cork or SligoClosing DateRole ProfileWe have an exciting opportunity in the Community Energy Grants Team in the Community and National Retrofit Department.The Community Energy Grant scheme is part of the government's National Retrofit Programme aimed at upgrading building stock and facilities to high standards of energy efficiency and renewable energy usage, thereby reducing fossil fuel usage, energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions. By supporting project structures that can be easily replicated, the Communities Energy Grant scheme hopes to showcase retrofit project models that can be implemented without SEAI support in the future. As part of this initiative, the Community Energy Grant scheme supports new approaches to achieving high-quality improvements in energy efficiency within Irish communities. By bringing together groups of buildings under the same retrofit programme, community projects facilitate community-wide energy improvements more efficiently and cost-effectively than might otherwise be possible. The primary objective of the scheme is to support and maximise the number of home energy upgrades delivered. Non-domestic projects are supported to encourage the engagement of communities to build low-carbon and sustainable communities. The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and innovative team who are committed to the high-quality delivery of SEAI’s Community Energy Grant Programme. The position will report to the Community Energy Grants Programme Manager.The successful candidate may be required to undertake ad-hoc nationwide travel to attend and present at community projects and to engage with prospective clients on behalf of SEAI.Essential RequirementsThe successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:A degree (a minimum of NFQ Level 7 or greater) in Sustainability, Environment, Engineering, Science, or other relevant discipline.Minimum three years’ experience of working in this or in a related sector or in a similar role (can include postgraduate studies). Expertise/knowledge in the following: energy efficiency retrofit measures, their installation and commissioning, building energy rating methodology, building physics, fabric upgrades and renewable technologies such as heat pumps.Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships internal and external stakeholders.Strong written and verbal communication skills (including report writing, presenting and public speaking) with an ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical audiences.Well-developed IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).Desirable RequirementsUnderstanding of project management methodologies advantageous.Experience of working with or engaging with community groups.Knowledge of rural development, spatial planning, environmental or another relevant sector.Full Driving Licence.Eligibility to WorkThe SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate’s application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void. Note in respect of UK citizens: Information regarding the Common Travel Area is available here.#LI-Hybrid