Programme Assistant - Renewables
- Full time
- £21,500
- Edinburgh. Blended working (home & Edinburgh office). We are open to flexible working locations (within Scotland).
- Closing 2nd October 2023
- Advertised from 18th September 2023
- Ref: IS 1119
Role
Energy Saving Trust is an independent organisation working to address the climate emergency.
Energy Saving Trust is a leading and trusted organisation, dedicated to promoting energy efficiency, low carbon transport and sustainable energy use. We aim to address the climate emergency and deliver the wider benefits of clean energy as we transition to net zero.
At Energy Saving Trust we don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers. For our people, being part of the effort to address the climate emergency makes working for us truly meaningful and rewarding.
As well as investing in our mission, we invest in our people and culture. We’re committed to creating an engaging, supportive and inclusive workplace for all and providing opportunities for development, training and growth. We also provide a range of benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme and a wellbeing allowance. Please see our careers page for more information on why Energy Saving Trust is a great place to work.
The team
The focus of the role will be supporting the administration of the Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARES), delivered by Local Energy Scotland (a consortium of Scottish based charities led by the Energy Saving Trust).
This is a highly regarded Scottish Government programme The job purpose is to provide administrative support including the drafting of funding offers, processing of grant and loan claims and organisation of meetings to assist with the delivery of the CARES programme which supports local communities to develop, invest in and benefit from renewable energy projects.
Local Energy Scotland has a network of regional development officers and technical specialists who offer free impartial advice and support to stakeholders on delivering energy projects which benefit and involve local communities.
The role
We currently have a vacancy for a Programme Assistant in the CARES team. The Programme Assistant will provide administrative support to assist with the delivery of Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARES) and may occasionally provide support to other Scottish renewable energy programmes delivered by Energy Saving Trust.
CARES is a highly regarded Scottish Government programme that supports local communities to develop, invest in and benefit from renewable energy projects. This will be varied and interesting development opportunity with the Renewables team and you will be encouraged to grow your role and responsibilities over time.
What you’ll do
▪ Preparing grant & loan offers, processing CARES claims and assisting with the production of panel packs for CARES funding panels.
▪ Dealing with enquiries – acting as the first point of contact for CARES enquiries and logging these.
▪ Engaging with Scottish communities and renewable energy developers to populate the Scottish Government’s Community Benefit register.
▪ Update the CARES project portal with new funding offer, claim and project data as applicable.
▪ Responsible for the day-to-day administration and programme support of the team including helping to organise meetings.
What you’ll bring
▪ Excellent administration skills, with excellent attention to detail.
▪ Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite- in particular, Excel.
▪ Results orientated with the ability to work to set targets and deadlines.
▪ Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
▪ Enthusiasm, self-motivation, and a flexible approach.
This is a permanent position. Our standard weekly hours are 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday.
We are open to flexible working locations (within Scotland) and as standard we offer all contracts on blended (home and office-based) working.
Application notes
To apply, please visit our website energysavingtrust.org.uk/about-us/careers and send your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter please explain how you meet the essential areas in the job description.
Please state the job reference you are applying for in the subject line.
Applications submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.
Applications close Monday, 2 October 2023 at 5pm. Interviews are intended to be held week commencing 9 October 2023.
If you think you may need additional support or adjustments made to any part of the application/recruitment process, please get in touch.
The majority of our people are working from home but have access to our office locations – Edinburgh, London, Cardiff and Belfast. We will we be happy to discuss this and our blended working model at the interview stage with you.
Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.
Our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace
To address the urgent challenges posed by the climate emergency, we need a diversity of people, experiences and ideas. We strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and with different identities and experiences to apply for roles with Energy Saving Trust. If there is anything we can do to support you in applying, please get in touch with us. Please note that we will always ensure that a fair recruitment process is followed for all candidates and appointments will be made based on merit.
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About Us:
Established in 2012, we’re a Scottish charity dedicated to nature restoration and community wellbeing within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Our projects connect people with nature and build resilient landscapes.
As Treasurer, you’ll provide strategic financial leadership, monitor performance, and ensure compliance. You’ll help the board make sound financial decisions and support our vision for a healthier environment and community. Explore our 2023-2030 Strategy online.
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong financial management experience (charity sector ideal)
- Strategic thinker and team player
- Commitment to our values and mission
Commitment:
Around 6 hybrid board meetings per year plus occasional tasks.
About Ramblers Scotland
Ramblers Scotland is a registered charity and the leading voice for walkers in Scotland. We exist to help everyone, everywhere enjoy walking. We know how much it contributes to improvements in individual and community wellbeing, and our strategy sets out to tackle the barriers that prevent more people from enjoying those benefits.
Vice Convener – Ramblers Scotland Strategic Committee
About the Role
As Vice Convener of the Ramblers Scotland Strategic Committee (RSSC), you’ll play a key role in supporting the Convener and contributing to the strategic direction of our work. The committee oversees our activities in Scotland, helping to ensure that walking is accessible, enjoyable, and open to all.
This is a strategic and advisory role — there is no operational decision-making responsibility. You’ll collaborate closely with fellow volunteers and staff to help shape our campaigns, policies, and priorities, aligning your leadership with the organisation’s refreshed strategy — which emphasises removing barriers to walking, improving access for under-represented communities, and safeguarding natural spaces.
This volunteer role also provides an excellent career development opportunity — offering experience in governance, strategic planning, and leadership within a national charity.
This is a national volunteer role that involves quarterly in-person meetings, with occasional ad hoc sub-committee meetings (often online). While the role is unpaid, reasonable expenses (e.g. travel and subsistence) will be reimbursed.
Convener – Ramblers Scotland Strategic Committee
About the Role
As Convener of the Ramblers Scotland Strategic Committee (RSSC), you will play a key leadership role in guiding the strategic direction of our work in Scotland. The committee oversees our activities across the country, helping to ensure that walking is accessible, enjoyable, and open to all.
This is a strategic and governance-focused role, with no operational decision-making responsibilities. You will collaborate closely with fellow volunteers and staff to help shape our campaigns, policies, and priorities, aligning your leadership with the organisation’s refreshed strategy — which emphasises removing barriers to walking, improving access for under-represented communities, and safeguarding natural spaces.
Serving as Convener also offers a valuable career development opportunity, providing experience in charity governance, strategic planning, and leadership at a national level.
This national volunteer role involves quarterly in-person committee meetings and occasional ad hoc or informal sub-committee meetings (often held online). You will also represent Ramblers Scotland as a full member of the Ramblers GB Board of Trustees.
While the role is unpaid, reasonable travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed.
About Ramblers Scotland
Ramblers Scotland is a registered charity and the leading voice for walkers in Scotland. We exist to help everyone, everywhere enjoy walking. We know how much it contributes to improvements in individual and community wellbeing, our strategy sets out to tackle the barriers that prevent more people enjoying those benefits.
About the Role
We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join the Ramblers Scotland Strategic Committee (RSSC) as Ordinary Members. Whether you have experience of effective committee work or are keen to develop new skills, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the future of walking in Scotland.
The RSSC plays a key role in overseeing our work, helping to shape strategic direction, guide campaigns, and ensure that walking remains open, accessible, and enjoyable for all.
As an Ordinary Member, you will:
- Contribute to strategic discussions and decisions affecting walking across Scotland
- Work collaboratively with fellow committee members and staff
- Provide insight and advice on key issues related to our mission
- Support our campaigning, policy, and governance work where relevant
This is a national volunteer role involving quarterly in-person committee meetings, with occasional online subgroup or ad hoc sessions. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, especially those who share our passion for walking, nature, and inclusive access to the outdoors.
While the role is unpaid, reasonable travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed.
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- Part time
- £33,111 – £35,299 pro-rata
- Hybrid/Remote: Stirling
- Closing 4th January 2026
Circular Communities Scotland is a network membership organisation, dedicated to supporting the establishment of a thriving circular economy in Scotland. We support and represent repair, reuse and recycling charities and social enterprises across the country. Our members prevent valuable products and materials from entering landfill, create local jobs, economic opportunities, and help promote and create social and environmental justice in their communities.
This is a new role for the organisation and the Circular Economy Policy Officer will be responsible for:
- Developing and overseeing Circular Communities Scotland’s core circular economy policy positions.
- Promoting our reuse manifesto in the run up to the Scottish Elections in May 2026 including running a hustings style event.
- Running a post-election campaign targeting Members of Scottish Parliament (MSPs), our membership and wider stakeholder organisations.
- Working with Scottish Government to see key policy asks enacted.
- Working with our membership to involve them in our policy work.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a strong candidate who has a minimum of two years’ experience in a policy formation or campaigning role at a national level. The candidate will be able to quickly get up to speed with our circular economy policy positions and indeed develop these positions further. An ability to network and build relationships with civil servants and elected representatives is also important.
We require a dynamic and proactive individual who will be capable of planning, launching and sustaining a policy campaign to support our Reuse Manifesto. We are expecting candidates to have strong communication and interpersonal skills along with a proven track record in managing multiple delivery workstreams.
For more information about this role please refer to the Circular Economy Policy Officer Job Description. Please note, candidates must have an existing right to work in the UK.
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