Net Zero Carbon Programme Lead

The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.

The Diocese of London (LDF) is seeking a Net Zero Carbon Program Lead to play a key role within the Strategy and Communications team, based from Pimlico, London.

Background

Along with other dioceses in the Church of England, Diocese of London has committed to become a Net Zero Carbon Diocese by 2030. This followed National Synod’s commitment in Feb 2020 of the same.  

To achieve this, the Diocese has now approved a comprehensive Net Zero Carbon (NZC) Action Plan, which follows the Route Map put together by National Church Environment Team. 

The Diocese is now building a team to ensure that the Plan is enacted, milestones are reached and that Net Zero Carbon becomes part of the culture adopted by all across all those within the Diocese. 

Responsibilities

Strategic:

• Collaborate with departmental leads on carbon reduction priorities.
• Lead NZC Programme Delivery Team and report progress regularly.
• Share success stories to inform strategy revisions.
• Embed NZC Communication Strategy organization-wide.
• Secure funding and foster external partnerships.
• Implement recommendations for culture change.

Operational:

• Serve as main NZC contact.
• Maintain Risk Register for the programme.
• Gather feedback at network meetings.
• Present at various gatherings.
• Assist in NZC plans for relevant departments.
• Use appropriate communication channels.
• Perform other relevant duties.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification.

Please apply by 19 April 2024.

Interviews will be held on 29 April 2024.