Job Title Programme Executive - Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme (EEOS) Salary €52,026 pa (Other arrangements may apply if you are currently a serving civil or public servant) Tenure 5-year fixed term contract Work Location Dublin, Dundalk, Cork, or Sligo Closing Date Midnight, Monday 5th January **** Role Profile We have an exciting opportunity in the Energy Savings Obligation Unit in the Public Sector and Regulatory Programmes Department.
The Public Sector and Regulatory Programmes Department develops, administers, and manages a range of energy efficiency and emissions reduction programmes, designed to deliver on national and European climate and energy targets.
The Energy Savings Obligation Unit is focused on supporting Ireland in the achievement of our binding energy savings target under Article 8 of the Energy Efficiency Directive.
The Unit consists of two teams: the Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme (EEOS), led by the EEOS Programme Manager.
This scheme places legal obligations on energy suppliers to deliver energy efficiency savings across both domestic and non-domestic sectors.
As the scheme administrator, SEAI is responsible for calculating targets, stakeholder engagement and validating and reporting on energy savings achieved.
the newly formed Article 8 Policy and Compliance Programme, led by the Article 8 Programme Manager.
This programme is responsible for the framework of policy measures (current and planned) contributing towards the achievement of Ireland's Article 8 target.
The framework activities include devising calculation methodologies, monitoring of progress and compliance, investigating opportunities, supporting policy development and stakeholder engagement.
Within the Unit, both teams work very closely together, reflecting the policy, technical and operational linkages between the two programmes.
The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and innovative team who are committed to the high-quality administration of the EEOS and wider Article 8 policy and compliance activities.
They will report to the EEOS Programme Manager; however, their role will also include some responsibilities in relation to Article 8 Policy and Compliance.
Essential Requirements The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate: A degree (minimum NFQ Level 7 or greater) in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Science or Social Sciences.
A minimum of three years directly relevant experience working in a similar role or similar sector (post graduate studies may be included).
A good understanding of energy efficiency or energy retrofit or sustainability or the energy sector.
Experience of managing projects involving a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presenting, public speaking, and the ability to communicate technical information (written and oral) to non-technical audiences.
Well-developed IT skills.
Desirable Requirements Advanced MS Excel skills.
Experience of working in energy-related policy environment across the public sector, academia or industry.
Experience of working in building energy retrofit or industrial energy efficiency or commercial sustainability.
Experience in managing regulatory compliance programmes.
Experience with quality management systems and/or energy management systems and / or energy efficient design management and / or measurement and verification protocols.
A qualification in project management.
Experience or knowledge of delivering positive customer experiences.
Eligibility to Work The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland.
To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate's application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested.
Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void.
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