Programme Manager- Green Growth
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Job summary
East Midlands Combined County Authority seeks a Programme Manager – Green Growth to lead the development and delivery of strategic green growth programmes that back the region’s economic ambitions while accelerating the transition to net zero.
Working across public, private and academic sectors, you will bring together partners, develop investment opportunities and oversee programmes that maximise strengths in clean energy, innovation and manufacturing.
Qualifications
- Experience leading development and delivery of strategic programmes.
- Strong ability to engage with public, private and academic partners.
- Understanding of how economic development and clean energy intersect.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of green growth programmes that translate strategic priorities into practical, high‑impact projects.
- Develop programmes that unlock opportunities in nuclear, fusion, hydrogen, SAF and wider clean energy technologies.
- Build strong partnerships with local authorities, businesses, government agencies, universities, energy organisations and industry stakeholders.
- Convene strategic partnerships and collaborative networks that drive regional investment and innovation.
- Identify and secure funding opportunities from public and private sector sources.
- Commission and manage research, feasibility studies and projects that inform future investment and policy.
- Deliver programmes arising from new Combined Authority powers, including emerging energy responsibilities.
- Monitor programme performance, manage governance and ensure continuous improvement.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, briefings and presentations for senior leaders, the Mayor and the Green Growth Advisory Board.
- Represent EMCCA at conferences, industry events and regional and national stakeholder forums.
Skills
Job description
Help drive the East Midlands' transition to a greener, more prosperous future
The East Midlands has the opportunity to become a UK leader in clean energy, low‑carbon innovation and sustainable economic growth. We're looking for an ambitious Programme Manager – Green Growth to help turn that ambition into reality.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop and deliver programmes that unlock investment, support innovation and create high‑quality jobs, while helping the region transition to a cleaner, more resilient economy.
If you're an experienced programme manager with a passion for green growth, strong stakeholder engagement skills and an understanding of how economic development and clean energy go hand in hand, we'd love to hear from you.
As Programme Manager, you'll lead the development and delivery of strategic green growth programmes that support the East Midlands' economic ambitions while accelerating the transition to net zero.
Working across public, private and academic sectors, you'll bring together partners, develop investment opportunities and oversee programmes that maximise the region's strengths in clean energy, innovation and advanced manufacturing.
You’ll also play a key role in implementing new devolved responsibilities, securing funding and ensuring programmes deliver real economic and environmental impact.
You’ll:
- Lead the development and delivery of green growth programmes that translate strategic priorities into practical, high‑impact projects.
- Develop programmes that unlock opportunities in areas such as nuclear, fusion, hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuel and wider clean energy technologies.
- Build strong partnerships with local authorities, businesses, government agencies, universities, energy organisations and industry stakeholders.
- Convene strategic partnerships and collaborative networks that drive regional investment and innovation.
- Identify and secure funding opportunities from public and private sector sources.
- Commission and manage research, feasibility studies and projects that inform future investment and policy.
- Deliver programmes arising from new Combined Authority powers, including emerging energy responsibilities.
- Monitor programme performance, manage governance and ensure continuous improvement.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, briefings and presentations for senior leaders, the Mayor and the Green Growth Advisory Board.
- Represent EMCCA at conferences, industry events and regional and national stakeholder forums.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: East Midlands Combined County Authority
Salary: £39,152 - £44,075
Hours: Full‑time
Location: Chesterfield, S40 1SA
Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days remote
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 7 Aug 2026
Closing date: 6 Sept 2026
Programme Manager – Green Growth
Salary: £39,152-£44,075 Grade: F15
Location: East Midlands (Hybrid)
Directorate: Place
Reports to: Head of Green Growth
Help drive the East Midlands' transition to a greener, more prosperous future
The East Midlands has the opportunity to become a UK leader in clean energy, low‑carbon innovation and sustainable economic growth. We're looking for an ambitious Programme Manager – Green Growth to help turn that ambition into reality.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop and deliver programmes that unlock investment, support innovation and create high‑quality jobs, while helping the region transition to a cleaner, more resilient economy.
If you're an experienced programme manager with a passion for green growth, strong stakeholder engagement skills and an understanding of how economic development and clean energy go hand in hand, we'd love to hear from you.
As Programme Manager, you'll lead the development and delivery of strategic green growth programmes that support the East Midlands' economic ambitions while accelerating the transition to net zero.
Working across public, private and academic sectors, you'll bring together partners, develop investment opportunities and oversee programmes that maximise the region's strengths in clean energy, innovation and advanced manufacturing.
You'll also play a key role in implementing new devolved responsibilities, securing funding and ensuring programmes deliver real economic and environmental impact.
You’ll:
- Lead the development and delivery of green growth programmes that translate strategic priorities into practical, high‑impact projects.
- Develop programmes that unlock opportunities in areas such as nuclear, fusion, hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuel and wider clean energy technologies.
- Build strong partnerships with local authorities, businesses, government agencies, universities, energy organisations and industry stakeholders.
- Convene strategic partnerships and collaborative networks that drive regional investment and innovation.
- Identify and secure funding opportunities from public and private sector sources.
- Commission and manage research, feasibility studies and projects that inform future investment and policy.
- Deliver programmes arising from new Combined Authority powers, including emerging energy responsibilities.
- Monitor programme performance, manage governance and ensure continuous improvement.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, briefings and presentations for senior leaders, the Mayor and the Green Growth Advisory Board.
- Represent EMCCA at conferences, industry events and regional and national stakeholder forums.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
£39,152 to £44,075 per year
East Midlands Combined County Authority
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Hybrid Permanent Full time
£39,152 to £44,075 per year
East Midlands Combined County Authority
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Hybrid Permanent Full time
£32,061 to £33,699 per year
East Midlands Combined County Authority
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Hybrid Temporary Full time
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