Job Description

Details

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Reference number

421928

Salary

56,745
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Senior Executive Officer
UKRI Band F

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

IUK - Energy

Type of role

Business Management and Improvement

Working pattern

Full-time

Number of jobs available

1

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Remote working (anywhere in the UK)

About the job

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Job summary

Context:

Innovate UK and Ofgem are collaborating to deliver a strategic innovation programme (circa 450m pa) which will: increase innovation alignment across Ofgem, UKRI and the wider energy innovation landscape, to improve the benefits of innovation spending for all these organisations demonstrate network innovation (funded by the RIIO price control) at a scale that secures further private and public sector investment provide a clear route to market to ensure innovation becomes business as usual for businesses promote effective and efficient business growth regionally, nationally and internationally.


This collaboration reflects Ofgem's mission to supervise network companies to deliver Net Zero at the lowest possible cost to consumers and Innovate UK's mission to create UK businesses with the potential for high growth in order to facilitate a more joined up and impactful programme of energy system innovation."


The programme went live on 1 April 2021 at the start of RIIO-2 network price control period. Initially there will be a team of around eight staff, growing as the programme develops, to potentially to 14-20 staff.



This collaboration reflects Ofgem's mission to supervise network companies to deliver Net Zero at the lowest possible cost to consumers and Innovate UK's mission to create UK businesses with the potential for high growth in order to facilitate a more joined up and impactful programme of energy system innovation.


We particularly welcome female applicants as women are under-represented within Innovate UK in this type of role.

Job description

Job Purpose:

This is an exciting and varied role developing the technical/innovation aspects of the programme. A good understanding of energy markets, price controls, Ofgem and network companies is key. You will design important components of the innovation funding programme to meet the dual ambitions of Ofgem and Innovate UK.



We are keen to hear from applicants who demonstrate understanding of how innovation funding drives investible propositions, and the types of projects that could deliver a net-zero future.


This role requires you to work in an agile manner with Ofgem, network companies and other partners. You will be iterating and developing the ongoing innovation strategy for the programme and partnering on innovation with other funding organisations. We aim to increase the pipeline of innovative ideas to innovation competitions. The role will involve partnering with regulatory and policy teams.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Development and delivery of the multi-disciplinary innovation component of the IUK/Ofgem programme. Shaping this in line with the agreed strategic vision and objectives. From programme implementation to benefits and impact realisation. Implementing programmes aligned with energy markets, price controls, Ofgem, network companies and innovators to develop and deliver an 'innovation rollout community' around electricity and gas networks, rolling out the best innovations to the UK and internationally Designing interventions with investors at the outset, so that the innovations developed are investible Engagement and collaboration across UKRI and UK government departments. Helping to align energy systems funding and using the knowledge and capability of other teams to realise success Developing all steps of the competition process in partnership with the other team members. This includes setting up competitions and the assessment process. Then managing the monitoring stage gating and evaluation of projects. Setting innovation challenges and helping the industry to form high performing project partnerships. Developing strong relationships across Innovate UK with operations, finance and external monitor officers Promotion of the programme based on an excellent understanding of relevant industries and technologies. Communicating the strategy internally and externally, developing understanding, consensus, and influence. Representing the programme and providing thought-leadership in key public and government forums. Building strong working relationships with relevant bodies and groups. Including businesses, trade associations, Catapults, government departments, private investors, regulatory bodies and research organisations. Identifying and establishing new partnership arrangements to utilise a range funding types and support to businesses. Leveraging the resources of the wider Innovate UK network (Knowledge Transfer Network, Enterprise Europe Network, Catapults etc.) to develop programmes which deliver impact. Ensure that UK activity is internationally recognized, competitive, and builds on regional strengths across the UK. Represent Innovate UK and UKRI at events (such as conferences, meetings, workshops) and in the media as appropriate, developing a strong network of partners.
This is not an exhaustive list and you might be encouraged to undertake any other duties across the wider directorate, commensurate with the Band and level of responsibility of this post, for which the post holder has the key experience and/or training.

Person specification

Shortlisting criteria

(S) - Assessed at shortlisting


(I) - Assessed at interview


(S&I) - Assessed at both shortlisting and interview

Person Specification:

This position requires a person with commercial awareness who can manage contending priorities between multiple partners and organisations. We are looking for someone able to make sense of multiple information sources and articulate a clear and compelling vision. Someone who can effectively communicate what needs to be done to deliver a world leading Net Zero innovation programme, and whom can translate this vision into a series of targets.


We are building an ambitious, supportive and knowledgeable team environment.The successful applicant should be a team player, willing to share knowledge on clean growth and to learn from others. We are looking for a motivated self-starter with an excellent ability to communicate to wide audiences in an engaging manner. Someone with the ability to identify and build positive collaborations and strategic partnerships to deliver against Innovate UK's Net Zero Innovation Strategy.

Experience & Qualifications:

Essential -

Degree or post-graduate qualification in a subject relevant to clean growth or significant proven experience. (S) Good knowledge of energy markets, price controls, Ofgem and the energy network companies. (S&I) Delivery of (or collaboration with) energy innovation projects and working with gas or electricity energy network companies. (S&I) A good understanding of the energy system innovation funding landscape. (I) Ideally, working with investors to understand how to develop innovation that will be investable. (S) Working collaboratively with a public body on regulation or policy. (S) Up-to-date and broad-based knowledge of innovation in clean growth. (S&I) Appreciation of the key businesses and initiatives relevant to clean growth in the UK, and the main challenges and opportunities that exist. (I) Knowledge and experience of innovation in a commercial environment, and a broad understanding of the support companies need to develop and deploy new technology. (S) Some familiarity with the early-stage research environment, and how research and innovation programmes develop through to deployment and impact. (S&I) Experience of developing clear, ambitious, compelling and achievable work streams relating to clean growth that have contributed to the objectives of a wider organisational strategy. (S&I) Experience of communication, consultation, and liaison with a range of organisations related to clean growth. These might include businesses, government departments, trade bodies, regulators, and catapults, to develop partnerships and influence agendas. (S&I)

Competencies:

All team members demonstrate compatibility with and capability against our Core Competencies such as:

Thinking and Problem Solving - Stakeholder management - Communication skills - Influencing - Self-awareness/self-management - Strategic awareness - Working with others- Project management

Some of the above competencies will be assessed at interview stage, in addition to the criteria's listed in the person specification.

Travel Requirements:

Field-based: There will a requirement to travel, mostly national, and there is some flexibility in this. Innovate UK staff make extensive use of telepresence tools for meetings to minimise unnecessary travel.

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 56,745, Innovate UK contributes 16,439 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

1st Interview incl presentation


Interviews will take place remotely via Teams



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .



See our vetting charter .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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