Net Zero Programme Director

Net Zero Programme Director Opportunity

The Diocese of Rochester is seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead the development and delivery of its Net Zero Carbon programme.

This role will oversee the ongoing development and delivery of the Net Zero Carbon programmes for both Rochester and Canterbury Diocese, maximising alignment and identifying opportunities for partnership working.

The post-holder will develop, maintain and deliver an implementation plan, working with diocesan colleagues to plan and develop decarbonisation projects and deliver the ambitions and targets in the Net Zero Action plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a Net Zero Carbon programme for both dioceses, maximising alignment and opportunities for partnership working.
• Develop, maintain and deliver an implementation plan, highlighting strategic activities, clear objectives and impact measures, including evaluation.
• Work with diocesan colleagues to plan and develop decarbonisation projects, delivering the ambitions and targets in the Net Zero Action plans.

What We Offer

• Flexible working, Hybrid working and TOIL
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance programme

The Diocese is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This role will also require an enhanced DBS check.

The wider a group's diversity, the smarter, wiser, and more compassionate and creative its decision making becomes. We are committed to achieving diversity throughout our Diocese by seeking UKME/GMH colleagues and those from a wide-range of backgrounds, to help us create a culture of inclusion and belonging.

About the Diocese

The Diocese of Rochester is a community of churches across the county of Kent and the Medway towns, serving a diverse population of over 1.5 million people.

We are a place where people from all walks of life can find a sense of belonging and purpose, where we can grow and develop in our faith, and where we can serve others in the name of Christ.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about environmental sustainability and have the skills and experience to lead our Net Zero Carbon programme, please visit our website to download the job description and application form.

Please note that we are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and all post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This role will require an enhanced DBS check.