Sustainability Project Assistant

Title of Position: ​ Programme Executive - Single Point of Contact (SPC) ​

Tenure: ​ 18-month contract. ​

Work Location: ​ Dublin.

Role Profile: ​ The Programme Executive will support the Single Point of Contact (SPC) Team within the Decarbonised Heat & System Supports Department. ​ This department includes the Decarbonised Heating and Cooling research function, the Single Point of Contact service for renewable energy project consenting, and the Sustainable Energy Communities, Schools, and RESS programmes. ​

The SPC function arises from the EU Renewable Energy Directive II (2018) and RED III recast (2023). ​ It includes a guidance function (already operational) and a monitoring function (currently being designed and built). ​ The Programme Executive will assist in implementing the guidance function, reporting to the SPC Programme Manager, and contributing to the companies mission to support Ireland's energy revolution. ​

Key Responsibilities: ​

• Assist the Programme Manager in implementing the SPC Guidance function, updating information and developing new content as needed. ​
• Manage the SPC contact service and provide accurate, timely information to end users. ​
• Enhance communications, including website updates, social media engagement, and responses to inquiries. ​
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholder organizations. ​
• Represent the company at meetings, events, presentations, and speaking engagements. ​
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders to develop and promote the SPC function. ​
• Undertake other duties as assigned, with flexibility during activity peaks. ​

Knowledge & Skills Required: ​

• Proven project management skills. ​
• Proactive approach to achieving results, including managing scope, time, risk, cost, and quality. ​
• Excellent management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. ​
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including public representation. ​
• Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, work in multi-disciplinary teams, and network effectively. ​
• Flexible problem-solving and decision-making approach for efficient delivery. ​
• Good numeracy skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. ​
• Ability to multitask, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines. ​
• Ability to work independently. ​
• Well-developed IT skills. ​

Essential Requirements: ​

• Degree (minimum NFQ Level 7 or greater) in Engineering, Science, Environment, Sustainability, or Business. ​
• Minimum of three years of directly relevant experience in a related sector or similar role. ​
• Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. ​
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presenting, and public speaking. ​
• Proficiency in IT tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint). ​

Desirable Requirements: ​

• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams and managing projects with diverse stakeholders. ​
• Knowledge/experience of working in the Public Sector. ​
• Experience engaging with the Irish renewable energy consenting regime. ​
• Legal/regulatory experience applied to the Irish consenting regime.