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| Title | Director Climate Change and Sustainability |
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The impact of climate change on our planet, our society, and potentially on our security is clear. The Government’s commitment to Net Zero 50 is a recognition of the need to take action. We know that we need to take action now.
We know that the Ministry of Defence is the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Government. We, therefore, have a vital role to play in supporting the Government's efforts to deliver Net Zero 50. Climate change will affect the way we protect, operate, and fight - from the warming of our oceans through to the increased requirement for humanitarian and disaster relief. We know the way we conduct Defence and the tasks we are called on to carry out will be forced to change as we adapt to new environmental conditions. We have established this post and the Directorate in the Ministry of Defence to lead the strategic work across the department to make that change. In taking up this role you will be at the heart of a complex and dynamic organisation, working alongside committed and capable people. You will be at the forefront of delivering the MOD’s strategic ambition for 2050 of ensuring that we are recognised as a global leader in addressing climate change and sustainability. To be successful, you will need to demonstrate senior leadership skills, with the ability to handle complexity and inspire staff. We are looking for someone who is able to drive complex projects & programmes and have an impact on a broad range of board-level stakeholders, both across Government and externally. You will also be someone who is able to articulate, link, and develop strategy and policy in a multi-faceted environment. Job descriptionThe Ministry of Defence’s Strategic Approach to Climate Change and Sustainability was set out by the Minister for Defence Procurement in March 2021.
As the Director for Climate Change and Sustainability, you will lead the Department’s work to deliver the objectives set out in the Strategic Approach. You will have broad and far-reaching responsibilities, including: Leadership Setting up and guiding a diverse and high-performing team to deliver the Strategic Approach. Creating an inclusive culture, ensuring that diverse skills and talents are recognised, developed and valued. Driving activity across the whole of Defence to meet Defence’s and the Government’s climate change and sustainability ambition. As the Departments’ Green Champion, working to support the MOD’s green network (1000 members) to drive change at the local level across Defence. Leading senior engagement across other Government departments, ensuring that the implications on Defence are identified and understood as well helping to shape UK’s national ambition. Stakeholder Engagement Being the MOD’s focal point for communicating with external stakeholders on Climate Change and Sustainability, including engagement with NATO and international partners and allies on climate security. Leading MOD’s engagement cross Whitehall and with non-statutory bodies on Climate Change and Sustainability helping to shape and deliver the Government’s ambitious Green agenda. Policy Development Supporting the development of clear investment choices for Ministers, MOD Executive Committee and The Strategy Development Group. Ensuring that climate change and sustainability considerations are embedded in departmental decision-making. Setting MOD’s sustainability policy, updating as necessary to reflect developments in society, law, military doctrine, technology and politics. Embedding climate change and sustainability considerations in relevant strategies, processes and policies. ResponsibilitiesIn your statement of suitability you must provide evidence of proven experience against each of the following criteria:Essential: Senior leadership and horizon scanning skills, with the ability to handle complexity, show imagination and inspire staff through periods of uncertainty with honesty and empathy. Experience in successfully working with a broad range of board-level stakeholders and external partners, demonstrating the impact and gravitas to effectively challenge assumptions and influence direction. Experience in being responsible for linking and executing strategy in a multi-faceted stakeholder environment. Policy development experience, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across major organisations and to work very closely with senior leaders. Experience in driving complex projects and programmes, using different project methodologies to impact performance and outcomes. Desirable: Knowledge of climate change and sustainability issues, as well as Defence capability management and operating model, is desirable but not essential. Benefits• Learning and development tailored to your role
•An environment with flexible working options • A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity • A Civil Service pension |