Salary: £31,500 FTE (£25,200 for 0.8 FTE / 30 hours per week)

Hours: 0.8 FTE (30 hours/week)

Contract: Fixed term – 8 months with potential extension or permanent appointment subject to funding.

Location: The Forum @ Greenwich with travel across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley. Hybrid working supported; not suitable for fully remote working.

Link to apply: We will interview candidates on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to apply early.

Applications close: 6 August 2026

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Help build South East London’s Renewable Energy Future
South East London Community Energy (Selce) is looking for a Community Renewable Energy Project Developer to help deliver one of London’s most exciting community-owned renewable energy programmes.

Working alongside our experienced Renewable Energy Projects Manager and CEO, you will develop community-owned solar projects from initial feasibility through to installation.

As your experience grows, you will progressively take ownership of your own projects, developing technical, commercial and stakeholder management skills.

Unlike many commercial renewable energy roles, this position provides exposure to the complete project lifecycle, combining technical design, commercial analysis, stakeholder engagement, funding development, planning, procurement and project delivery.

You’ll work with schools, charities, leisure centres, faith organisations and businesses, helping them reduce energy costs and carbon emissions while generating long-term income that funds action on fuel poverty.

We’re looking for someone who already has a solid grounding in commercial solar and wants to expand their skills across the full project development lifecycle while making a tangible difference to local communities.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development

• Identify and assess potential community solar host sites.
• Undertake desktop feasibility studies and site surveys.
• Procure structural surveys, grid connection studies and planning consultants.
• Apply for grants and development funding.
• Progress projects through planning, legal agreements and delivery.
Solar Design & Commercial Analysis
• Design commercial rooftop solar PV systems using OpenSolar, PVSol or similar software.
• Optimise systems to maximise generation and on-site self-consumption.
• Use SELCE’s financial model to assess project viability and electricity pricing.
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with host organisations.
• Explain SELCE’s community-owned financing model.
• Guide organisations through the project development process.
• Respond to technical and commercial enquiries.

Project Delivery

• Support procurement of installation contractors.
• Support installation delivery alongside the Renewable Energy Projects Manager.
• Assist with leases and Power Purchase Agreements.
Community Engagement
• Represent SELCE at community events.
• Promote community-owned renewable energy.
• Support community investment campaigns.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience designing commercial rooftop solar PV systems using OpenSolar, PVSol, SolarEdge Designer or similar software, with confidence learning new packages.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of the commercial aspects of solar PV and associated revenue streams.
• Proactive, self-motivated and enthusiastic about community energy.

Desirable

• Experience supporting delivery of commercial rooftop solar projects.
• Experience through employment, internships or university projects involving commercial solar PV.
• Experience securing grant funding.
• Experience supervising volunteers.
• Experience managing project teams.
• Experience in the community energy sector.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• 20 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• 4% employer pension contribution
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) for agreed evening and weekend work
• The opportunity to help shape one of the UK’s leading community energy organisations

About Selce

South East London Community Energy (Selce) is an award-winning, member-owned energy cooperative working to create a fair and just energy transition. We believe everyone should benefit from the transition to renewable energy.

Through our innovative community financing model, local people invest in renewable energy projects that benefit their communities. Selce currently owns and operates over 550 kWp of solar PV across 12 sites throughout South East London and will install a further 600 kWp this summer, with additional projects already in development.

Our work has received national recognition, including Community Energy Project at the British Renewable Energy Awards 2026, the Fuel Poverty Action award at the Community Energy England Awards 2025 and Social Value Category at Retrofit Academy Awards 2025.

Why join Selce?

You’ll be joining one of the UK’s leading community energy organisations at an exciting period of growth. Every project you help deliver will reduce carbon emissions, lower energy costs for schools, charities and community organisations, and generate long-term funding that supports households experiencing fuel poverty.

As a small, ambitious organisation, Selce offers the opportunity to work directly with senior decision-makers, develop projects from concept to installation and build a unique combination of technical, commercial and people skills.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Selce values diversity and is committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people currently underrepresented within the renewable energy sector.

How to Apply
Please apply via CharityJob and Environment Jobs.

Applications open: 9 July 2026
Applications close: 6 August 2026

For an informal discussion please contact:
Daniel Beaton, Renewable Projects Manager: Daniel_beaton@selce.org.uk

Salary: £28860 – £32603pa depending on experience

Status: Full time 37.5 hours per week (part-time 0.8 FTE would be considered for the right candidate)

Benefits: 4% pension, 25 days annual leave.
Length of contract: Initial 12 month contract.
Schedule/ hours: 37.5 hours Monday – Friday, Provision for flexible working.

Work Location: You will have an office base at The Forum@Greenwich (Selce), and work across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley.

To Apply
Please email your CV and cover letter, responding to the job description below, to tara@selce.org.uk

Closing date: 21st July 2026
Interviews will be held at our office on Monday 27th July 2026

About South East London Community Energy

South East London Community Energy (Selce) was born in 2014, when a group of people living in Greenwich & Lewisham became so concerned about climate change that they decided to come up with a formula that would help to create a clean and just energy future.

Throughout our first ten-years, we have set up projects that address inequality and seek to reduce our collective carbon footprint at different points in the energy systems.

To date we have built 12 solar arrays on community buildings in SE London and 11 buildings’ lighting systems to be more energy efficient. We are opening share offers this year for five lighting system upgrades and four solar arrays on community buildings.

We’ve helped well over 4000 households with their energy bills and we are pleased to now be able to help homeowners make their homes more energy efficient through the Love Lofts and Future Fit Homes pilot programmes.

About Our Energy Advice Services

Almost one in ten households cannot afford to heat their homes adequately. Our team of energy advisors provide practical guidance and support to households who are struggling to pay their fuel bills. They advise clients about how to reduce their fuel bills by switching suppliers or accessing discounts or changing behaviour or by fitting small practical energy-saving measures such as low energy light bulbs and draft proofing. They also support the householder to access funded home energy improvements such as loft, cavity wall insulation or heating upgrades.

About this role – Home Energy Advisor

This is an exciting opportunity for a practical, compassionate community professional who wants to help households reduce energy costs, improve comfort at home and build resilience during a challenging time for many residents. Face-to-face, in-home advice is central to this role, particularly for households at risk of fuel poverty who may need trusted, impartial support to access the help available to them.

As a Home Energy Advisor, you will carry out home visits across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley, as well as providing advice by telephone and at community events. You will tailor practical support to each household, helping residents use energy more efficiently, reduce bills where possible, and keep their homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

You will be a confident communicator and an empathetic listener, able to understand the specific challenges faced by vulnerable households and respond with clear, positive and practical solutions.

Alongside advice, you will help residents install simple energy-saving measures such as LED bulbs, draught excluders and radiator reflectors. You will also signpost households to wider support, including funded retrofit measures, financial and debt advice, and health and wellbeing services.

This role would suit someone who is organised, proactive and motivated by making a tangible difference to local people. You will be comfortable working independently in residents’ homes, collaborating with colleagues and partners, and contributing to a community-led organisation committed to a fairer, greener future.

Relevant energy efficiency qualifications would be helpful, but they are not essential. We will provide full on-the-job training for the successful candidate.

Responsible to
Energy Advice Team Lead and
Energy Advice Delivery and Partnerships Manager

This role will entail:

• Provide clear, practical and impartial energy advice to residents, tailored to their individual circumstances, through home visits, telephone support and outreach events.
• Deliver home energy support to vulnerable residents, including low-income households, older people, disabled people and families with young children.
• Use initiative and sound judgement to identify residents’ energy-related challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Install simple energy-saving measures in homes, such as LED bulbs, draught excluders and radiator reflector panels.
• Support householders to access additional help, including funded retrofit measures, financial and debt advice, health and wellbeing services, and other relevant support.
• Advocate for householders with energy suppliers where appropriate, helping residents to resolve issues, reduce costs and access available support.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and follow organisational safeguarding procedures, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Handle sensitive personal data safely and confidentially in line with organisational data protection policies and procedures.
• Complete accurate records of all resident engagement, support provided and outcomes achieved using the appropriate systems.
• Manage a diary of appointments, visits, meetings and outreach activity, ensuring visits and calls remain focused while demonstrating empathy and understanding.
• Work effectively with Selce colleagues, partner organisations and community groups to deliver joined-up support for residents.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local partners to support regular referrals into the project.
• Maintain awareness of wider local support networks and make appropriate referrals to services that can assist residents with their wider needs.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of materials, tools and equipment, ensuring they are used safely and kept in good order.
• Carry out administrative duties accurately and to a high standard, including data inputting, paperwork and reporting.
• Promote the project within the community, including through energy advice cafés, events and other outreach activity.
• Work towards agreed goals and targets with a minimum of supervision, while contributing actively to the wider team.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a friendly, respectful and positive approach with all clients and partners.
• Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and systems, and actively promote a positive image of Selce.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post.

Person specification

Essential skills, experience and qualities

• Active listening skills and a customer-focused approach, with the ability to respond calmly and empathetically in difficult situations.
• Experience of working with diverse communities, including people who may face barriers to accessing advice or support.
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills, including the ability to manage appointments, events, priorities and deadlines.
• Methodical, accurate and detail-focused approach to record keeping, reporting and administration.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications and confidence using digital tools, CRM systems or similar platforms to manage data and evidence impact.
• Good understanding of confidentiality, data protection and media consent processes, and ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs, solve problems constructively and remain solution-focused under pressure.
• Self-motivated, proactive and collaborative, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for helping people and supporting households at risk of fuel poverty.
• Willingness to undertake training and development in line with the needs of the role and the organisation.
• Clear DBS check less than 12 months old, or willingness to obtain one before appointment.

Desirable skills, experience and knowledge

• Strong presentation, facilitation and public-facing communication skills, with the confidence to engage residents, partners and community groups.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports, updates and publicity materials.
• Ability to build, maintain and develop community-level partnerships and referral networks.
• Experience in a communications, participation, community development or outreach role, particularly within the voluntary, community or public sector.
• Knowledge of domestic energy efficiency, fuel poverty, retrofit, community energy or related advice services.
• Experience of giving energy advice or supporting residents with financial, housing, energy-related or welfare issues.
• An energy advice qualification, such as NEA Level 3 Energy Awareness, Domestic Energy Assessor or Retrofit Assessor, or willingness to work towards relevant accreditation.
• Experience of facilitating workshops, community groups or participatory activities that support positive community outcomes.
• Good influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to work constructively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate in another community language spoken locally.
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Current knowledge of the energy efficiency and fuel poverty sector, including the roles of public, private and voluntary sector partners in tackling related challenges.

Salary: £36225 pa
Status: Full time 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: 4% pension, 25 days annual leave.
Length of contract: Initial 12 month contract.
Schedule/ hours: 37.5 hours Monday – Friday, Provision for flexible working.

Work Location: You will have an office base at The Forum@Greenwich (Selce), and work across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley.

To Apply
Please email your CV and cover letter, responding to the job description below, to tara@selce.org.uk

Closing date: 21st July 2026
Interviews will be held at our office on Monday 27th July 2026

About South East London Community Energy
South East London Community Energy (Selce) was born in 2014, when a group of people living in Greenwich & Lewisham became so concerned about climate change that they decided to come up with a formula that would help to create a clean and just energy future.

Throughout our first ten years, we have set up projects that address inequality and seek to reduce our collective carbon footprint at different points in the energy systems.
To date we have built 12 solar arrays on community buildings in SE London and 11 several buildings’ lighting systems to be more energy efficient. We are opening share offers this year for five lighting system upgrades and four solar arrays on community buildings.

We’ve helped well over 4000 households with their energy bills and we are pleased to now be able to help homeowners make their homes more energy efficient through the Love Lofts and Future Fit Homes pilot programmes.

About Our Energy Advice Services

Almost one in ten households cannot afford to heat their homes adequately. Our team of energy advisors provide practical guidance and support to households who are struggling to pay their fuel bills. They advise clients about how to reduce their fuel bills by switching suppliers or accessing discounts or changing behaviour or by fitting small practical energy-saving measures such as low energy light bulbs and draft proofing. They also support the householder to access funded home energy improvements such as loft, cavity wall insulation or heating upgrades.

About this role – Home Energy Advisor/Advice Team Lead

This role combines direct energy advice for residents with day-to-day team leadership. It would suit an experienced advisor who is ready to take on additional responsibility, support colleagues and help maintain high standards across Selce’s energy advice services.

This is an exciting opportunity for a practical, compassionate community professional who wants to help households reduce energy costs, improve comfort at home and build resilience during a challenging time for many residents. Trusted, face-to-face advice in people’s homes is central to the role, particularly for households at risk of fuel poverty who may need impartial support to access the help available to them.
As an experienced Home Energy Advisor, you will carry out home visits across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley, as well as providing advice by telephone and at community events. You will tailor practical support to each household, helping residents use energy more efficiently, reduce bills where possible, and keep their homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
You will be a confident communicator and empathetic listener, able to understand the specific challenges faced by vulnerable households and respond with clear, positive and practical solutions.

Alongside advice, you will help residents install simple energy-saving measures such as LED bulbs, draught excluders and radiator reflectors. You will also signpost households to wider support, including funded retrofit measures, financial and debt advice, and health and wellbeing services.

This role would suit someone who is organised, proactive and motivated by making a tangible difference to local people. You will be comfortable working independently in residents’ homes, collaborating with colleagues and partners, and contributing to a community-led organisation committed to a fairer, greener future.

Alongside your direct advice work, you will act as Team Lead and mentor for Selce’s team of energy advisors, helping colleagues feel supported, confident and equipped to deliver effective services.

As Advice Team Lead, you will help ensure our advice services are delivered to a consistently high standard. You will help coordinate, motivate and support staff to deliver quality services and achieve agreed targets and objectives.

Experience of people management is desirable, but the role may also appeal to an experienced energy advisor with strong technical knowledge who is looking to develop supervisory skills and support holistic service delivery across related advice areas.

Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential, along with a solution-focused approach and an understanding of how to motivate individuals to succeed. You will bring a positive, collaborative approach to leading a team and working with others to achieve wider organisational goals.

Responsible to
Energy Advice Delivery and Partnerships Manager

This role will entail:

• Provide clear, practical and impartial energy advice to residents, tailored to their individual circumstances, through home visits, telephone support and outreach events.
• Deliver home energy support to vulnerable residents, including low-income households, older people, disabled people and families with young children.
• Use initiative and sound judgement to identify residents’ energy-related challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Install simple energy-saving measures in homes, such as LED bulbs, draught excluders and radiator reflector panels.
• Support householders to access additional help, including funded retrofit measures, financial and debt advice, health and wellbeing services, and other relevant support.
• Advocate for householders with energy suppliers where appropriate, helping residents to resolve issues, reduce costs and access available support.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and follow organisational safeguarding procedures, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Handle sensitive personal data safely and confidentially in line with organisational data protection policies and procedures.
• Complete accurate records of all resident engagement, support provided and outcomes achieved using the appropriate systems.
• Manage a diary of appointments, visits, meetings and outreach activity, ensuring visits and calls remain focused while demonstrating empathy and understanding.
• Work effectively with Selce colleagues, partner organisations and community groups to deliver joined-up support for residents.
• Act as Team Lead for Selce’s energy advice team, providing day-to-day guidance, encouragement and practical support to advisors.
• Support advisors to manage caseloads, prioritise work appropriately and deliver timely, high-quality support to residents.
• Provide mentoring, coaching and informal supervision to energy advisors, helping colleagues develop confidence, knowledge and good practice.
• Monitor service quality, casework standards and resident outcomes, identifying improvements and sharing learning across the team.
• Contribute to planning, reporting and performance monitoring for funded projects and wider advice work, helping the team meet agreed targets and objectives.
• Support induction and training for new advisors, including sharing technical knowledge, service procedures and safeguarding expectations.
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to escalate risks, resolve operational issues and support continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local partners to support regular referrals into the project.
• Maintain awareness of wider local support networks and make appropriate referrals to services that can assist residents with their wider needs.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of materials, tools and equipment, ensuring they are used safely and kept in good order.
• Carry out administrative duties accurately and to a high standard, including data inputting, paperwork and reporting.
• Promote the project within the community, including through energy advice cafés, events and other outreach activity.
• Work towards agreed goals and targets with a minimum of supervision, while contributing actively to the wider team.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a friendly, respectful and positive approach with all clients and partners.
• Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and systems, and actively promote a positive image of Selce.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post.

Person specification

Essential skills, experience and qualities
• An energy advice qualification, such as NEA Level 3 Energy Awareness, Domestic Energy Assessor or Retrofit Assessor.
• Knowledge of domestic energy efficiency, fuel poverty, retrofit, community energy or related advice services.
• Experience of giving energy advice or supporting residents with financial, housing, energy-related or welfare issues.
• Current knowledge of the energy efficiency and fuel poverty sector, including the roles of public, private and voluntary sector partners in tackling related challenges.
• Active listening skills and a customer-focused approach, with the ability to respond calmly and empathetically in difficult situations.
• Experience of working with diverse communities, including people who may face barriers to accessing advice or support.
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills, including the ability to manage appointments, events, priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to provide day-to-day guidance, support and encouragement to colleagues, helping them work confidently and effectively.
• Strong coordination skills, with the ability to support team planning, allocate or prioritise work, and help ensure services are delivered to a consistently high standard.
• Ability to monitor quality, identify issues or risks, and escalate concerns appropriately while contributing to continuous improvement.
• Methodical, accurate and detail-focused approach to record keeping, reporting and administration.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications and confidence using digital tools, CRM systems or similar platforms to manage data and evidence impact.
• Good understanding of confidentiality, data protection and media consent processes, and ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs, solve problems constructively and remain solution-focused under pressure.
• Self-motivated, proactive and collaborative, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive and collaborative leadership style, with the ability to motivate others, share knowledge and promote good practice across the team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports, updates and publicity materials.
• Passion for helping people and supporting households at risk of fuel poverty.
• Willingness to undertake training and development in line with the needs of the role and the organisation.
• Clear DBS check less than 12 months old, or willingness to obtain one before appointment.

Desirable skills, experience and knowledge

• Strong presentation, facilitation and public-facing communication skills, with the confidence to engage residents, partners and community groups.
• Ability to build, maintain and develop community-level partnerships and referral networks.
• Experience in a communications, participation, community development or outreach role, particularly within the voluntary, community or public sector.
• Experience of supervising, mentoring, coaching or supporting staff, volunteers or peers in a service delivery setting.
• Experience of supporting team performance, including monitoring caseloads, reviewing service quality, contributing to reporting or helping colleagues meet agreed targets.
• Experience of induction, training or knowledge-sharing within a team, including supporting colleagues to follow procedures and develop confidence in their role.
• Experience of facilitating workshops, community groups or participatory activities that support positive community outcomes.
• Good influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to work constructively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate in another community language spoken locally.
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Salary: £28,860–£31,500 pro rata, depending on experience.
Status: Part time 0.6 FTE
Benefits: 4% pension, 25 days annual leave.
Length of contract: Initial 12 month contract
Schedule/hours: 22.5 hours per week, with provision for flexible working. Occasional evening or weekend events may be required.

Work location: Office base at The Forum@Greenwich, with outreach work across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley.

How to apply

Please email your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to tara@selce.org.uk

Closing date: 21st July 2026
Interviews will be held at our office on Monday 27th July 2026

About South East London Community Energy

South East London Community Energy (Selce) was founded in 2014 by people in Greenwich and Lewisham who wanted to help create a clean, fair and affordable energy future.

Over the past decade, we have developed projects that tackle inequality, reduce carbon emissions and support communities at different points in the energy system.

To date, we have built 12 solar arrays on community buildings in SE London and 11 buildings’ lighting systems to be more energy efficient. We are also developing new share offers to support further lighting upgrades and solar installations on community buildings.

We have supported more than 4,000 households with their energy bills and are now helping homeowners make their homes more energy efficient through the Love Lofts and Future Fit Homes pilot programmes.

About Our Energy Advice Services

Almost one in ten households cannot afford to heat their homes adequately. Our energy advice team provides practical, impartial support to households struggling with fuel bills. This includes advice on reducing energy costs, accessing discounts and grants, changing energy use, fitting small energy-saving measures such as low-energy light bulbs and draught proofing, and securing funded home improvements such as loft or cavity wall insulation and heating upgrades.

About this role – Outreach Officer (Energy Advice)

This is an exciting opportunity for a community engagement professional who wants to help tackle fuel poverty, reduce energy-related inequality and support a more inclusive, sustainable future.

As Outreach Officer, you will work with a diverse and supportive team to strengthen access to Selce’s energy advice services across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley. You will plan, deliver and adapt outreach activity that engages voluntary sector organisations, frontline workers and residents who are in, or at risk of, fuel poverty. This will include workshops, pop-up events, community publicity and the development of strong referral networks across South East London.

Responsible to
Outreach Lead
Energy Advice Delivery and Partnerships Manager

This role will entail:

• Work closely with the Energy Advice and Outreach teams to deliver a joined-up approach to community engagement.
• Plan, organise and deliver energy advice workshops, pop-up stalls, energy cafés and other community-based events.
• Build and maintain strong referral pathways with voluntary, community and public sector organisations, and train frontline workers to identify and refer residents who may benefit from Selce’s support.
• Develop positive partnerships with community centres, local organisations and other stakeholders to reach residents who are in, or at risk of, fuel poverty.
• Keep local organisations and residents informed about Selce’s services through newsletters, direct contact and community-level publicity.
• Maintain constructive relationships with funders, partners and key stakeholders, representing Selce professionally at public-facing events.
• Carry out other duties within the scope of the role and support wider organisational priorities where required.

Person specification

Essential skills, experience and qualities

• Experience of community engagement, outreach, participation or partnership work, ideally with voluntary, community or public sector organisations.
• Confidence delivering workshops, presentations, pop-up stalls or other public-facing activities for a range of audiences.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with community organisations, frontline workers, residents and local partners.
• Understanding of the barriers that can prevent people from accessing advice or support, particularly people experiencing fuel poverty, financial pressure or other forms of disadvantage.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages for residents, partner organisations and frontline workers.
• Good organisational skills, including the ability to plan events, coordinate activity, keep accurate records and follow up referrals or partnership actions.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also managing your own workload and priorities.
• A flexible, positive and practical approach to solving problems and responding to changing project needs.
• Good attention to detail and understanding of confidentiality, data protection and consent when working with residents, partners and publicity materials.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office and willing to learn new digital systems used for service delivery, monitoring and reporting.
• Commitment to Selce’s aims of tackling fuel poverty, reducing inequality and supporting a fairer, greener energy system.

Desirable skills, experience and knowledge

• Knowledge of domestic energy efficiency, fuel poverty, retrofit, community energy or related advice services.
• Experience giving energy advice or supporting residents with energy, housing, financial inclusion, welfare or cost-of-living issues.
• An energy advice qualification, such as NEA Level 3, or willingness to work towards relevant accreditation.
• Experience using CRM systems or similar tools to record referrals, monitor activity and support project reporting.
• Experience producing newsletters, social media content, flyers or other communications to promote services and engage communities.
• Experience coordinating volunteers, community champions or peer-led outreach activity.
• Good influencing or negotiation skills, with the ability to work constructively with funders, partners and other stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate in another community language spoken locally.

Salary: £36225 pa
Status: Full time 37.5 hours per week (part-time 0.8 FTE would be considered for the right candidate)
Benefits: 4% pension, 25 days annual leave.
Length of contract: Initial 12 month contract.
Schedule/ hours: 37.5 hours Monday – Friday, with occasional evening or weekend events. Provision for flexible working.

Work Location: You will have an office base at The Forum@Greenwich (Selce), and work across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley.

To Apply
Please email your CV and cover letter, responding to the job description below, to tara@selce.org.uk

Closing date: 21st July 2026
Interviews will be held at our office on Monday 27th July 2026

About South East London Community Energy
South East London Community Energy (Selce) was born in 2014, when a group of people living in Greenwich & Lewisham became so concerned about climate change that they decided to come up with a formula that would help to create a clean and just energy future.

Throughout our first ten-years, we have set up projects that address inequality and seek to reduce our collective carbon footprint at different points in the energy systems.

To date we have built 12 solar arrays on community buildings in SE London and 11 buildings’ lighting systems to be more energy efficient. We are opening share offers this year for five lighting system upgrades and four solar arrays on community buildings.

We’ve helped well over 4000 house holds with their energy bills and we are pleased to now be able to help homeowners make their homes more energy efficient through the Love Lofts and Future Fit Homes pilot programmes.

About Our Energy Advice Services

Almost one in ten households cannot afford to heat their homes adequately. Our team of energy advisors provide practical guidance and support to households who are struggling to pay their fuel bills. They advise clients about how to reduce their fuel bills by switching suppliers or accessing discounts or changing behaviour or by fitting small practical energy-saving measures such as low energy light bulbs and draft proofing. They also support the householder to access funded home energy improvements such as loft, cavity wall insulation or heating upgrades.

About this role – Outreach Team Lead (Energy Advice)

This is an exciting opportunity for a community development professional who cares about tackling energy-related issues and working towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. We recognise that an effective engagement is a key component in ensuring the households at-risk of or in fuel poverty are able to access impartial energy advice.

As Outreach Team Lead, you will work with a diverse and supportive team. Ideally you will be locally based covering Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley, with a strong interest in community engagement, working knowledge of energy advice and climate breakdown. Your role will be to deliver an outreach program in order to engage voluntary sector organisations and residents in or at-risk of fuel poverty through workshops, outreach events and community level publicity. Your role will also include maintaining and creating referral networks with voluntary sector organisations across SE London as well as supporting the Energy Advice Delivery and Partnerships Manager to adapt the outreach program to meet the needs of our funded projects, as well as those of our partners and local community.

Responsible to
Energy Advice Delivery and Partnerships Manager

This role will entail:

• Lead and coordinate Selce’s energy advice outreach activity across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley, ensuring delivery is inclusive, well organised and aligned with funder requirements.
• Work closely with the Energy Advice Team and Outreach Team to provide a joined-up approach to engagement, referrals and service delivery.
• Plan, organise and deliver energy advice workshops, pop-up stalls, energy cafés and other community-based events.
• Build and maintain strong referral pathways with voluntary, community and public sector organisations, and train frontline workers to identify and refer residents who may benefit from Selce’s support.
• Develop positive partnerships with community centres, local organisations and other stakeholders to reach residents who are in, or at risk of, fuel poverty.
• Keep local organisations and residents informed about Selce’s services through newsletters, direct contact and community-level publicity.
• Maintain constructive relationships with funders, partners and key stakeholders, representing Selce professionally at public-facing events.
• Line manage, train, mentor and support Outreach Officers, promoting consistent quality, confidence and good practice across the team.
• Monitor outreach activity, referral data and project progress using Selce’s CRM and other agreed systems.
• Analyse data and prepare clear weekly, monthly and quarterly reports for funders, managers and the Selce Board.
• Identify opportunities to improve outreach delivery so that activity responds to community needs, partner feedback and project requirements.
• Support the Energy Advice Delivery and Partnerships Manager with wider service development and other duties appropriate to the scope of the role.

Person specification:

Essential skills, experience and qualities

• Strong presentation, facilitation and public-facing communication skills, with the confidence to engage residents, partners and community groups.
• Ability to build, maintain and develop community-level partnerships and referral networks.
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills, including the ability to manage events, monitor activity and meet project deadlines.
• Accurate record-keeping and data management skills, with the ability to use CRM systems or similar tools to track progress and evidence impact.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports, updates and publicity materials.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications and confidence using digital tools for day-to-day work.
• Good understanding of data protection, confidentiality and media consent processes.
• Experience of working with diverse communities, including people who may face barriers to accessing advice or support.
• Experience of working with voluntary and community sector organisations, local authorities or other public sector partners.
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs, solve problems constructively and respond positively to challenges.
• Self-motivated and collaborative, with a methodical, systematic and detail-focused approach to work.
• Willingness to undertake training and development in line with the needs of the role and the organisation.

Desirable skills, experience and knowledge

• Experience in a communications, participation, community development or outreach role, particularly within the voluntary, community or public sector.
• Knowledge of domestic energy efficiency, fuel poverty, retrofit, community energy or related advice services.
• An energy advice qualification, such as NEA Level 3, or willingness to work towards relevant accreditation.
• Experience of giving energy advice or supporting residents with financial, housing, energy-related or welfare issues.
• Experience of facilitating workshops, community groups or participatory activities that support positive community outcomes.
• Experience of coordinating volunteers, supporting peer-led activity or working with community champions.
• Experience using social media, newsletters, digital communications or design tools to promote services and engage communities.
• Good influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to work constructively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate in another community language spoken locally.