Location: Hybrid, based in London
Salary: From £29,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
About us:
The National Energy Foundation (NEF) is a charity dedicated to promoting energy efficiency and alleviating fuel poverty across the UK. With a mission to create a sustainable energy future, we work with various stakeholders to drive positive change. As we continue to expand our efforts, we are excited to be seeking a passionate and motivated Partnership Manager to join our team.
About the role:
Our Partnership Manager role will supplement the expansion of our existing Better Housing Better Health service across London. As a Partnership Manager at NEF, you will play a vital role in building and nurturing strong relationships with organisations in the health, charitable, and domestic energy sectors as part of our Better Housing Better Health service. Collaborating with industry stakeholders, you will identify partnership opportunities and lead initiatives to support vulnerable residents living in cold homes. Your work will directly contribute to NEF's mission of advancing energy efficiency and reducing fuel poverty across the UK.
Alongside this, you could be delivering awareness sessions or training to public health or voluntary sector organisations or the public; certainly, you'll be representing NEF at public meetings and events. This role is very much about communication and people, but you'll also need be organised, diligent and able to navigate various systems and processes.
It would be beneficial to be based in London for ease of travel across the project area but applications from other areas will be considered.
Key duties:
Identify, engage, and manage partnerships with local frontline support organisations, housing providers, health organisations, and stakeholders in the domestic energy sector
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing partners, ensuring their continued engagement and alignment with NEF's goals
Monitor and evaluate partnership performance, track key metrics, and report progress to senior management
Serve as a liaison between NEF and external partners, facilitating effective communication and ensuring mutual understanding
Identify opportunities for collaboration and innovation to enhance the impact of NEF's programmes
Stay up-to-date on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in energy efficiency, supply chain management, housing, health, and the domestic energy sectorsAbout you:
Proven experience in partnership management, preferably within the charity, energy, housing, or health sectors
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and sustain relationships at all levels
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and adaptable to dynamic environments
Experience working with diverse stakeholders and managing complex projects
Current DBS check (or willingness to undertake one with NEF to reimburse the expense)
Ability to work outside of office hours, by arrangement
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word and Dynamics365
Possession of a full UK driving licence and use of a car with business insurance cover, flexibility to travel to events for networking
Experience of working with vulnerable adults and knowledge of principles of safeguarding is desirable (training will be provided)Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
Candidates with experience of; Partnership Manager, Stakeholder Engagement Manager, Business Development Manager, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Account Manager, Charity Partnerships Manager, Housing Partnerships Officer, Fuel Poverty Manager, Health and Wellbeing Coordinator, Client Relationship Manager, Public Sector Partnerships Manager, Outreach Manager, Sustainability Partnership Specialist, Network Manager, Community Engagement Manager will also be considered for this role
Salary description
£29000.00 - £29000.00 per year