- Be qualified at degree level or equivalent in economics, statistical or mathematical studies OR qualified at degree level or equivalent in an environmental related discipline with strong evidence of data management and analytical skills
- Have worked in local government or the public sector, ideally in a climate change/sustainability related service for at least 2 years
- Have advanced and demonstrable skills in data analysis, use of Excel and statistical management
- Have excellent knowledge of and data analytical skills connected to climate change/carbon emission data at both national and local level
- Be able to work effectively in a team and as an individual, with strong self-management and motivation to develop and adapt
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Description
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours
Worker Type: Hybrid Worker
Salary: Starting Salary is £38,223 rising to £41,418 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Location: Flexible, homeworking and city centre Council offices
We've got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you've been looking for? Read on to find out more...
Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.
In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.
You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council .
About the Role
This exciting and critical role will lead the development of data analysis and insight for climate change policies, strategies and targets and so significantly contributing to the Council and city's ambitions to become carbon neutral and deliver Best Value for its citizens.
You will support the delivery of the Council's top priorities of achieving a Carbon Neutral Nottingham, assisting with technical guidance on carbon management through data insight and analysis.
You will be advising and support senior Council managers, councillors and external organisations upon climate change and other related sustainability initiatives and policies, and support the integration of sustainable principles and practices within Council services and through partnership-focused initiatives.
You will also be leading on the delivery of income generating activities for the team principally through the provision of carbon emissions related analytical and management work for other local authorities and public agencies.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
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At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the for applicants page.
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