🚀 Interim Project Officer – Diversity & Inclusion Initiative (Contract)

📍 Location: UK-based, hybrid working (1 day per week in office min)

📅 Duration: November 2025 – February 2026

💼 Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (3 months)

💰 £32000 - £35000

Are you a skilled project officer passionate about equity and inclusion in the energy sector? A leading initiative driving gender balance and leadership diversity is seeking an Interim Project Officer to support the delivery of high-impact campaigns and stakeholder engagement.

About the Initiative

This professional programme works to advance gender diversity and inclusive leadership across the UK energy sector. Its mission: 40% of middle management and leadership roles held by women by 2030. It delivers change through sector-wide challenges, professional development programmes, and practical support for companies embedding inclusive practices.

The initiative maintains strong ties with government and is hosted by a respected professional membership body.

What You’ll Be Doing

Working closely with the programme’s Head, you’ll lead and support a range of activities, including:

Coordinating a national alliance of women’s energy networks and its annual conference
Supporting coaching events and senior stakeholder engagement
Encouraging energy companies to run internal balance networks and mentoring programmes
Managing website updates, communications, and GDPR-compliant databases
Providing high-quality project support across events, campaigns, and strategic initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Proven project management experience and ability to work independently
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong organisational, administrative, and IT capabilities (Office 365, CRM, Mailchimp, LinkedIn, etc.)
A collaborative mindset and commitment to advancing female leadership in energy
PRINCE II or similar certification is a plus, but not essential

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a movement shaping the future of energy leadership. You’ll work at the heart of a respected initiative with national reach, delivering meaningful change in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation. Immediate start preferred.

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