The list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive. The post holder may be required to undertake various other duties as deemed necessary and commensurate with the level of responsibility of the post. The Authority reserves the right to update the Job Description to reflect the changing needs of the Service in consultation with the post holder.
This job description is intended to provide a broad outline of responsibilities and reflects an initial assessment of the needs of the Service. As such, it is not intended to be exhaustive and may be subject to on-going review and refinement to ensure the Directorate's ability to meet the evolving needs of the business. Other reasonable duties may be assigned by the Director, Assistant Director, Head of QSHE and QES Senior Manager.
In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS
1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
2. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
3. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
4. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
5. Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
6. In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form on how you meet any desirable criteria.
Section 1 - Essential Criteria
The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Factor Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Qualifications/
Experience
hold a bachelor's degree (UK Qualification and Credit Framework Level 6) or an equivalent or higher qualification and four years' experience of providing specialist advice and support to senior managers on a range of complex carbon and energy management issues;
OR
Have seven years' experience of providing specialist advice and support to senior managers on a range of complex carbon and energy management issues.
Shortlisting by Application Form
Experience/ Knowledge Provide evidence of knowledge and experience on each of the following:
a. Developing and delivering successful funding bids in relation to energy management within a challenging timeframe.
b. Developing and implementing Greenhouse Gas emissions reduction strategies.
c. Implementing energy efficiency technologies and renewable energy systems to include Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS).
d. Financial/Investment models including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPAs).
e. Staff management including HR issues.
Demonstrable experience of regularly and directly supporting and advising Senior management on complex operational issues and planning responses to strategic priorities, including statutory and legislative requirements.
Demonstrable knowledge of the current and anticipated challenges related to the role.
Shortlisting by Application Form
Other
The successful candidate will be required:
to have access to a suitable vehicle (appropriately maintained and insured for Education Authority business) that will enable them to carry out the mobility requirements of the post in an efficient and effective manner and thus meet this essential criterion;
OR
be able to provide sufficient information on the application form that will satisfy the employer that he/she has access to an appropriate alternative form of transport that will enable them to carry out the mobility requirements of the post in an efficient and effective manner and thus meet this essential criterion.
Shortlisting by Application Form
Section 2 - Essential Criteria
The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage in line with EA's Game Changing People Model .
Factor Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Skills/
Abilities
In line with EA's Game Changing People Model we will look for evidence of:
The ability to champion EA strategic priorities and deliver change through a design mindset.
Skills to drive and deliver service improvement to children and young people.
Strong collaborative working skills and an ability to build genuine and productive alliances.
Excellent leadership and management skills.
The ability to analyse complex written material, identify and summarise key issues.
Interview/Presentation
Experience
Experience of delivering significant transformational projects/initiatives/programmes, including digital transformation programmes to achieve service-wide business objectives and meet customer expectations
Interview/Presentation
Values Orientation
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect EA's ethos and values. You will find information about our Values here .
Interview
Section 3 - Desirable Criteria
Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Factor Desirable Criteria Method of Assessment Professional Membership/Qualifications
A Member of a relevant professional body e.g. Energy Institute, Energy Management Association), or equivalent.
Accreditation in energy assessment e.g. Display Energy Certificates, Energy Performance Certificates.
Shortlisting by Application Form
Our Values
Through the selection process we will also seek evidence that the personal values of candidates align with those of the EA. This will include evidence of commitment to equality and excellence in service delivery. These reflect our aim which is to meet the needs of all our children and young people equally, removing barriers to learning and ensuring equality of access to excellent education services so that every child can develop to his or her full potential.
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as 'regulated activity'.
In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves 'regulated activity', the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.
Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.
APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES
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