Principal Policy Strategist for Energy Transition

4 weeks ago

Belfast, United Kingdom Department for Energy Security & Net Zero Full time

Job Overview

Are you looking for a role where your contributions can lead to significant change? Would you like to be part of a government entity that plays a pivotal role in shaping policies that affect the UK and beyond? If so, a position at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) may be the right fit for you.

At DESNZ, we are dedicated to ensuring the UK's sustainable energy future, reducing energy costs, and addressing inflation. We are harnessing the potential of Net Zero to position the UK as a leader in emerging green industries while promoting enhanced energy efficiency nationwide. The work we do is not only timely but also essential, and by joining our team, you will contribute to meaningful change.

Our projects are diverse, engaging, and most importantly, impactful. Our DESNZ Values guide our actions; we are Bold, Collaborative, Inclusive, and Committed to Learning. We strive to cultivate a workplace culture where everyone can excel.

We provide excellent employment benefits, including a top-tier pension plan, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to your professional growth and development. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader employer, offering support to candidates who require adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The Civil Service is devoted to attracting, retaining, and nurturing talent from all backgrounds. For more information, please refer to the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.

Role Description

The Renewable Electricity Directorate is a dynamic and influential team focused on achieving the government's clean power objectives by 2030 and advancing towards net zero. Within this Directorate, the Renewables Delivery team is tasked with designing and implementing low-carbon support frameworks, facilitating the integration of renewable energy into the broader electricity system, and formulating supply chain policies.

This role will primarily focus on shaping the future of the government’s flagship renewables support initiative, Contracts for Difference, which serves as the primary mechanism to achieve our ambitious renewable energy goals. Additionally, you will explore innovative strategies to expedite the rollout of renewable energy and ensure that consumers benefit from these advancements.

The team fosters a strong culture of collaboration and prioritizes learning and development, providing an excellent environment for career growth and exposure to a variety of policy challenges. We also collaborate closely with other Directorates, including those involved in electricity network development and broader electricity market reforms.

We support flexible and part-time working arrangements at all levels and encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to adapt to the evolving priorities of the government. Responsibilities may include:

  • Leading the development of policy options for the Contracts for Difference scheme to promote renewable energy deployment, including analyzing proposals with colleagues, briefing senior officials, presenting at meetings, and drafting recommendations for Ministers.
  • Engaging with external stakeholders regarding potential policy changes.
  • Investigating and implementing necessary modifications to legislation and contracts to facilitate new policy initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications:

We welcome applications from individuals who possess:

Essential:

  • Critical thinking abilities, attention to detail, and experience in problem-solving, providing well-supported advice to senior officials.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across teams and departments.
  • Self-motivation, the capacity to work efficiently under pressure, and effective prioritization skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders.
  • Comfort in navigating complex issues alongside subject matter experts.

Desirable:

  • Experience or familiarity with the challenges facing the UK electricity sector is advantageous but not essential, as on-the-job training will be provided.

Assessment Criteria:

During the selection process, candidates will be evaluated against the following criteria:

  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Communicating and Influencing
  • Understanding the Bigger Picture
  • Collaborative Working

Evidence of the following behaviors will be required in your application:

  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Communicating and Influencing

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero contributes significantly towards your membership in the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

  • A flexible working culture, including options for job sharing, remote work, and compressed hours.
  • Automatic enrollment in the pension scheme, with an average employer contribution of 27%.
  • A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days.
  • A wide array of learning and professional development opportunities, which all staff are encouraged to pursue.
  • Access to various retail, travel, and lifestyle employee discounts.

Work Arrangement:

The Department operates a flexible hybrid working policy, allowing for a combination of in-office and remote work. The current expectation is for staff to be present in the office or a non-home-based location for 40-60% of their working hours over the accounting period.

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