Understand and utilise financial information to determine and analyse the cost of carbon
Constructively manage media requests in such a way as to protect the reputation of the
Lead and/or co-ordinate a range of challenge and performance management
Build productive and successful inter-personal and business relationships with a diverse
Resolve complex and contentious problems or enquiries from a wide range of
Negotiate with and influence a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders,
Undertake high level negotiations with service providers in relation to setting and
Analyse and interpret complex information, events and activities in order to inform
Be flexible and exercise sound judgement to solve challenging problems.
Work under pressure to meet demanding deadlines.
Work with and manage Elected Member relationships.
Provide technical advice, information and guidance to Elected Members whilst remaining
Work, directly and/or indirectly, with the following types of contacts (this list is not

Degree level qualification / other relevant training or experience that gives an equivalent
Relevant post-graduate professional qualification / other relevant training or experience
Experience in project management, in particular the feasibility, implementation and
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Membership of a relevant professional body.
Extensive working knowledge of the Climate Change challenge and carbon
Significant and demonstrable experience in a similar role, including experience of
Extensive knowledge of Council service(s) and how they interface with each other across
High level of professional competence and expertise in a range of technically complex
Experience of working at a strategic level in the development and delivery of
Extensive experience of commissioning services and effective contract and performance
Successful and effective time and resource management experience to ensure plans,
Familiarity with carbon and energy reduction projects.
Project financial management experience;
Report writing experience.
Working to tight deadlines and meeting targets;
Working in a political environment.
Good understanding of environmental and carbon management systems and the low
Experience of identifying high level risks and significant areas for development within
Experience of working collaboratively with community organisations and multisectoral
Experience of giving presentations to varied audiences.
Strong project management skills, including planning, monitoring & controlling projects,
Ability to lead, motivate, coach and develop team members, managing change and
Proven ability to develop strategic direction and priorities.
Design an intervention programme for carbon performance improvement.
Develop priorities and outcomes based on evidence and sound analysis.
Develop, lead and manage project teams to deliver specific aims and objectives., Communicate concisely, clearly and effectively in all forms and particularly for the
Utilise appropriate ICT to support the carbon management role but in particular to support
Ability to work flexibly in a fast paced, outcome focused, changing environment;
Ability to think laterally and develop creative and innovative solutions;
Ability to negotiate and show high levels of sensitivity and judgement;
Ability to consult, influence and negotiate with a wide range of people within the
Ability to form productive, professional working relationships with external clients,
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work on own initiative and to prioritise workload.
Translate needs identification and analysis into deliverable outcomes through short,
Identify and analyse needs through consultation and communication with a diverse range
Ability to develop and implement significant new ideas that substantially change and
Ability to work from home on a regular basis, with the requirement to attend your
During a Pandemic, Epidemic or Major Incident or Emergency you may be asked
Travel within and out of the County for the purposes of undertaking the role.
To work outside normal office hours as and when required.
Driving licence and access to vehicle with business use insurance.