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GBP 7501 Climate Emergency Support Officer

University of Exeter Internships
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Job Summary

 

A graduate is sought by Devon County Council to support the Devon Climate Emergency Project Manager, principally with partner and wider stakeholder engagement and communications requirements of the Devon Climate Emergency project. You will be employed by the University of Exeter and seconded to Devon County Council.

 

This role is part of the Graduate Business Partnership (GBP) scheme and offers full time hours (36.5 p/w) from November 2024 until October 2025. This role offers hybrid work where you can work remote and from County Hall, Exeter.

 

 

Key Dates

 

Closing Date: 18/11/2024

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: End of October 2025

 

Salary: £25,007 per annum

 

 

 

Purpose of the Role

 

The main purpose of this job is to support the stakeholder management and engagement requirements of the Devon Climate Emergency project, working closely with the Devon Climate Emergency Project Manager. The role will interact with the Marketing, Press & PR Teams at Devon County Council. Assistance will be provided by the role to similar teams of the partner organisations on the Devon Climate Emergency Response Group to ensure communications are consistent across the project partners. The role will also help ensure the partners feel involved in the project and will network with them and wider stakeholders to increase engagement and awareness of the partnership’s activities and to promote the activities to an extensive audience. 

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities 

 

  • To lead the delivery of a broad range of communication activity with the support of the Devon Climate Emergency Project Manager. 
  • Devise, deliver and evaluate high quality marketing and communication activities
  • Organise engagement events for the public and project partners as may be necessary.
  • Represent the project at events/meetings
  • Maintain and create content for the Devon Climate Emergency website.
  • Produce press releases and other forms of media communication for the project partners. 
  • Work on, manage and continually innovate the project’s approach to social media.
  • Monitor the impact of communications and marketing activity, preparing data and reports for the Devon Climate Emergency Project Manager and project partners.
  • Ensure all communications and marketing activities are accessible to everyone, such as hard-to-reach groups, and that they are in line with Devon County Council’s commitment to equality and diversity.
  • Help collate and share activity being implemented across Devon that is delivering the Devon Carbon Plan and the Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Climate Adaptation Strategy.
  • Prepare papers and minutes for partnership meetings.
  • Support the Devon Climate Emergency Project Manager with other tasks commensurate with the role. 

 

Training and Development - What Skills and Experience will this Opportunity Provide?

 

 

Support Available

 

  • Daily line management and support will be provided by the Devon Climate Emergency Project Manager within Devon County Council’s Environment Team.
  • You will be employed by the University of Exeter and seconded to Devon County Council.
  • The Environment Group employs a number of GBPs who you will be able to network with and develop alongside.   

 

 

The Benefits

 

  • Devon County Council operates a flexitime system
  • Travel expenses or personal mileage will be paid when out on official business.

 

You will have access to a wide range of benefits, rewards and recognition from the University including: 

  • Flexible/hybrid working
  • Generous pension 
  • A holiday allowance of 39 days per year 
  • Totum Card (student discount) 
  • Salary Exchange Schemes such as the Cycle to Work Scheme 
  • Discounted membership to the university's sports facilities including cricket centre, indoor/outdoor pools, squash courts and fitness centre’s. 
  • The university offers extensive support to staff, including a structured Professional Development Review and Wellbeing Service plus 1:1 support from the Internships Team. 
  • All Graduates are offered a ‘how to make the most of your internship’ guide.
  • You will have access to the university’s Career Mentor Scheme and career consultancy opportunities.
  • You will have access to the university’s extensive suite of online training which includes Excel, presentation skills, and negotiation skills.
  • You will be invited to quarterly networking and professional development events through ‘The Graduate Network’.

 

 

About You  (Person Specification)

Essential-E; Desirable-D

 

Degree and Attainment

 

  • An undergraduate degree within the last three years from a UK university in an environmental discipline (E)

 

Skills

 

  • Able to carry out the duties of the post with reasonable adjustments where necessary (E)
  • Excellent written communication skills (E)
  • Excellent verbal communication skills (E) 
  • Good organisational skills (E)
  • Excellent IT skills, including a comprehensive understanding of all Microsoft office applications (E)
  • Basic design knowledge (D)
  • Experience of editing websites (e.g. Wordpress) (D)

 

Personal Qualities and Attributes

 

  • Keen interest in climate change (E)
  • Team player (E)
  • Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised (E)
  • Good level of creativity and innovative ideas (E)
  • Strategic thinker (E)
  • Commitment to equal opportunities when carrying out their duties (E)
  • A broad appreciation of local authority democratic and political processes (D)

 

Prior Experience 

 

  • Previous experience in a communications-related field (D)
  • Communication – including writing newsletters, articles, website material, using social media and other comms channels (video etc). (D) 
  • Organising events and webinars (D)
  • Partnership working (D)

 

 

About the Company

 

The post is hosted by Devon County Council’s Environment Group which is based at County Hall, Exeter and includes a range of specialist officers covering issues relating to ecology, marine and estuaries, landscapes, flooding, historic environment, energy and climate change. The team works flexibly from home or the office. There will be a need to attend physical engagement events in Devon, such as the County Show. 

 

Devon County Council is leading a Devon-wide response to the climate emergency. Thirty organisations are working together through the Devon Climate Emergency Response Group to implement a Devon Carbon Plan and the Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Climate Adaptation Strategy. More information about the project is available at www.devonclimateemergency.org.uk 

 

Graduate Business Partnership (GBP) Scheme Requirements

 

  • To undertake a graduate role through the GBP scheme, you must have either achieved your degree or be in your final year at any UK-based university. 
  • If you are in your final year, your working hours may be reduced to 15 hours per week (for undergraduates) or 6 hours per week (for postgraduates) to ensure you have the capacity to successfully complete your degree. More hours can be completed if your academic agrees and provides written confirmation.
  • If you do not pass your degree, the GBP role will end early.
  • You must have graduated in the UK within the last 3 years of your most recent degree (we will consider extenuating circumstances of potential applicants that may have prevented them from undertaking a graduate role within 3 years of graduation).
  • The University of Exeter is committed to developing an environment which promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity and inclusivity. 
  • We are committed to creating an inclusive culture and engage with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark) and LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion)
  • Learn about the university’s commitment to the Disability Confident scheme here
  • At the time of starting employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK and evidence must be provided in advance of the appointment.  Examples of suitable evidence can be found in the Intern Guidance- Proving Right to Work the UK guide. Candidates should continue to have permission for the duration of the GBP contract. This includes British citizens, individuals with an EU Pre-Settlement or EU-Settlement Status; and those with a Graduate Route Visa.
  • All graduates need to reside in the UK whilst undertaking this role.

 

How to Apply

 

  • Download and complete the attached 2024-25 Internship Application Form. CVs cannot be accepted. Please make sure you have downloaded the latest copy of the Internship Application Form. 
  • Guidance and useful tips for completing your application are found on the Internship Application Form.  
  • Refer to the job details contained within the advert when writing your personal statement. 
  • Use the STAR approach to evidence each requirement in the Person Specification.  
  • You should insert the correct reference code on the application form: GBP 7501
  • Please save your Internship Application Form as ‘your name - GBP 7501’   
  • The University is a Disability Confident employer and as such this policy applies to recruitment through GBP Scheme. Applicants who identify a disability on the application form will be offered an interview if their application demonstrates they meet the essential criteria. 
  • Please also include details of any reasonable adjustments you may need for an interview or to undertake the role.  
  • You should explain why you would like to work for the employing organisation and why you think you would be a suitable candidate for this role.  
  • Send your completed application (not by OneDrive) to internships@exeter.ac.uk, with the reference code: GBP 7501 in the subject bar of your email, by the closing date. 

 

Further Guidance and Support

 

  • (Exeter graduates only) You can refer to the My Career Zone Digital resources on application and interview preparation here.   
  • (Exeter graduates only) If you need support with your application, you can book an appointment with a professional Careers Consultant by emailing careers@exeter.ac.uk. 
  • Unless stated, interview expenses will not be paid.
  • It is recommended that you check your online presence on social media to ensure it represents you well, as some employers may undertake online research of their applicants. 
  • If you have any questions, you can email the Internships Team at internships@exeter.ac.uk