Salary £39,152-£42,839
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Contract: Fixed Term to 31 March 2027 (extension subject to future funding)

🌍 Want to help communities turn Net Zero ambitions into real projects?

We’re looking for a Community Energy Development Officer to join the GSE Net Zero Hub and play a key role in supporting communities and local authorities to develop and deliver community energy projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands the community energy and Net Zero landscape and enjoys building strong partnerships, bringing people together and turning ideas into practical projects.

You’ll work closely with community energy groups, local authorities and other stakeholders, helping them identify opportunities, access funding and support, develop projects and build the capacity they need to make a lasting difference.

No two days will be the same. You could be facilitating a community workshop, supporting a local group with project development, attending stakeholder meetings, developing resources or representing the GSE Net Zero Hub at an outreach event.

🚀 What you’ll be doing

  • Building the capacity and capability of community organisations to develop local energy projects.
  • Developing strong and inclusive relationships with community groups, local authorities and other partners.
  • Identifying opportunities for community energy projects across the Greater South East and helping to progress viable ideas.

We’re looking for someone who can combine strong community engagement and partnership skills with practical knowledge of community energy and Net Zero.

You’ll bring:

  • Knowledge of the community energy and Net Zero sectors.
  • Demonstrable experience of community energy development and working with community organisations.
  • Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills.

A relevant degree or qualification in community development, renewable energy or a related area is desirable, although significant relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience of delivering renewable energy or capital projects, community energy capacity-building programmes, or holding a project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or APM would also be advantageous.

🤝 Why join us?

You’ll join a collaborative and purpose-driven team working at the heart of the transition to Net Zero.

This role offers the opportunity to work directly with communities and partners, develop innovative local projects and help ensure that communities have the knowledge, confidence and support to play an active role in the energy transition.

You’ll have the opportunity to build a broad network across the Greater South East and contribute to work that can deliver a genuine long-term impact.

The role involves travel across the Greater South East and may occasionally require flexible working, including some early evenings or weekends, to support community engagement.

🌈 Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

We want our organisation to reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves, feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive.

We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented within our workforce.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive.

📩 Ready to make a difference?

If you’re passionate about community energy, Net Zero and working with people to turn ideas into action, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply early: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Right to work: Please note that we are unable to provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract.

The Company

Local government—but not as you know it!
We’re the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), a bold and forward-thinking organisation created in 2017 through a landmark devolution deal with Government. That deal handed us the power and the funding to make decisions locally, for the people who live and work here.

We’re a partnership of seven councils working together with businesses, educators, health services, emergency responders and community groups to drive growth and improve lives across our region. Led by a directly elected Mayor and a Board of local leaders, we’re united by a clear mission - to get Cambridgeshire and Peterborough moving.

At the Combined Authority, we do things the CIVIL way—Collaboration, Integrity, Vision, Innovation, Leadership. We’re passionate about our people and proud of our culture. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impact, grow your skills, and be part of something meaningful, you’ve come to the right place.

Explore our vacancies and start your journey with us today.

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employees Benefits & Wellbeing Platform

  • The CIVILS

Our annual CIVIL awards ceremony recognises and rewards employee successes

  • Work-Life Balance

Flexible Working helps my work-life balance

  • Learning & Development

The CPCA supports my professional development