Net Zero Carbon Engagement Officer

Job DescriptionWe are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Net Zero Carbon Engagement Officer to support churches across the Westminster Deaneries in their journey towards net zero carbon. This is an exciting opportunity to work with parishes, clergy, volunteers and diocesan colleagues to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency and care well for creation.You will play a key role in coordinating activity at a local level, supporting churches with audits, funding applications and delivery of projects, while helping to build learning that can be shared more widely across London.About the roleReporting to the Net Zero Carbon Programme Lead, you will:Engage with and support churches across the Westminster Deaneries (St Marylebone, Paddington and St Margaret) in progressing towards net zero carbonCoordinate and grow the Westminster Climate Forum, encouraging collaboration and shared learning between churchesSupport churches to complete energy and net zero carbon audits and implement recommendationsPromote funding opportunities and support churches with grant applicationsWork with fundraising colleagues to submit funding bids on behalf of individual churches and groups of churchesSupport churches to submit annual Energy Footprint Tool dataOversee grant distribution and support delivery of projects within budget and timescalesWork with communications colleagues to develop case studies and share learningContribute to developing models for deanery-level net zero carbon coordination across LondonPlease refer to the Job Description for full details of responsibilities.About youYou will bring:EssentialExperience of stakeholder engagement and relationship buildingStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage projects and multiple prioritiesIT proficiency, including Microsoft OfficeClear written and spoken EnglishThe right to work in the UKA passion for environmental issues and tackling the climate crisisAn empathetic understanding of the mission and values of the Church of EnglandDesirableExperience of project managementExperience of organising events and public speakingWorking knowledge of net zero carbon projects and/or church buildingsExperience of writing grant applicationsAn understanding of the ethos and mission of the Church of England and the role of parish clergyExperience of working with volunteersPlease refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification.About the London Diocesan FundThe London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England. The Diocese of London comprises of c400 parishes north of the River Thames and within the M25 motorway. You can find our Diocesan 2030 vision, which outlines our priorities for the next 10 years.The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund, we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.Equality, Diversity, and InclusionThe Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community.We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.SafeguardingThe Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.Benefits of working with usThe LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following financial benefits:Competitive remuneration package27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice availableDeath in service benefit x3 of basic gross salaryEnhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months of employmentSeason ticket loans for public transportAccess to Benenden Health InsuranceEAP counselling through Health Assured                               Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles                         Two additional paid days for community volunteeringTo apply:Closing date: 18 January 2026Shortlist/invite: w/c 12 February 2026Interviews: w/c 2 February 2026Submit your application and CV online via Pathways. Please refer to the person specification and JD when you’re answering the application questions.For more details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification or visit the LDF Careers Page.