Senior Policy and Programme Officer – Climate Change Mitigation

The Crystal; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Policy and Programme Officer to drive climate change mitigation efforts. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to London's ambitious Net Zero Carbon target by 2030. You will lead the rollout of climate literacy training, engage with various stakeholders, and develop innovative strategies to reduce emissions. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on environmental policy and urban sustainability. If you're passionate about climate action and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Interest-free season ticket loan

Interest-free bicycle loan

Career average pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and environmental policy is essential.
• Ability to analyze urban environmental issues and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Promote and coordinate climate literacy training across the GLA.
• Monitor outcomes and keep course content up to date.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Policy Analysis

Training Delivery

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Tools

Office Software

Job description

Senior Policy and Programme Officer – Climate Change Mitigation

Join to apply for the Senior Policy and Programme Officer – Climate Change Mitigation role at Greater London Authority.

About The Role

Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor’s environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Climate Change Mitigation team at a time when the need to both mitigate and adapt to climate change has never been greater. The Mayor has set a target for London to be Net Zero Carbon by 2030 and the Climate Change Mitigation team is working across a range of policies and programmes to deliver a just transition that will reduce emissions and meet that 2030 target.

The Climate Change Mitigation team leads on developing climate change policy and strategy to support the Mayor’s goals of making London net zero carbon by 2030, including in the London Environment Strategy and London Plan, and contributing to economic growth through his Green New Deal.

The team develops new and innovative delivery mechanisms to accelerate the scale and pace of decarbonisation, while meeting the needs of Londoners and adapting to climate change. It works collaboratively with partners across London, nationally and globally to embed and support action on climate. It also monitors and reports progress against climate related targets and uses this to inform the city’s strategy on climate action.

What your day will look like

The Postholder Will Be Responsible For Continuing The Roll Out Of The Climate Literacy Training Course Across The GLA, Which Will Involve:

• Promoting the training to staff in the GLA and across the GLA Group.
• Keeping course content up to date.
• Coordinating the in-house team of trainers.
• Monitoring outcomes.
• Supporting other team priorities as needed.

Person specification

Skills, Knowledge And Experience

To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:

• Experience in project management and the field of environmental and climate policy.
• Ability to analyse and interpret environmental issues in relation to urban areas their causes, effects and possible solutions.
• Ability to use a range of office software including word processing and spreadsheet packages.
• Previous experience of delivering training courses would be valuable.

Behavioural competencies

Problem Solving

• Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully.
• Proposes options for solutions to presented problems.
• Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving.
• Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems.
• Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem solving.

Research and Analysis

• Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge.
• Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality.
• Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights.
• Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports.
• Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future.

Planning and Organising

• Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables.
• Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines and milestones.
• Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work.
• Pays close attention to detail, ensuring team’s work is delivered to a high standard.
• Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met.

Communicating and Influencing

• Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally.
• Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way.
• Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication.
• Persuades others, using evidence based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver message effectively.

Building and Managing Relationships

• Identifies opportunities for joint working to minimise duplication and deliver shared goals.
• Develops new professional relationships.
• Understands the needs of others, the constraints they face and the levers to their engagement.
• Understands differences, anticipates areas of conflict and takes action.
• Fosters an environment where others feel respected.

Organisational Awareness

• Challenges unethical behaviour.
• Uses understanding of the GLA’s complex partnership arrangements to deliver effectively.
• Recognises how political changes and sensitivities impact on own and team’s work.
• Is aware of the changing needs of Londoners, anticipating resulting changes for work agendas.
• Follows the GLA’s position in the media and understands how it impacts on work.

The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework.

This role is based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).

Application process & Additional information

How to apply

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 essential criteria outlined above in the advert.

Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.

Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345).

As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.

If you have questions about the role

If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Anne-Marie Robinson would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at [e-mail].

If you have any questions about the recruitment process contact the [e-mail] who support the GLA with recruitment.

Assessment process

Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.

If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.

The interview/assessment date is: 24-26 March 2025 (may be subject to change).

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.

Benefits

GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.

In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.

Find out which DBS check is right for your employee - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Government Administration