Project Development Manager: Warmer Homes for Devon Tenants - 361 Energy
- Devon, Hybrid
- Full Time
- £33,000 - £37,000 depending on experience
Project Development Manager: Warmer Homes for Devon Tenants
Are you:
- An energetic, dynamic and versatile project manager?
- Passionate about improving energy efficiency standards for private tenants?
- Keen to play a key part in bringing about a fair transition to clean energy and heating?
361 Energy is offering a unique opportunity to bring your skills, experience and personal values to this brand new Project Development Manager role.
About the role
- Full time, 2 year fixed term contract; Immediate Start available
- Salary £33,000 - £37,000 depending on experience.
- Employer pension contribution 5%. Generous holiday allowance.
- Location: hybrid working with a base at one of our partner locations in Devon. Role will include some travel to our office in Barnstaple and other locations across the county.
Purpose of the role
Private tenants are currently the most likely households, out of any housing sector, to be suffering fuel poverty. With this role we are offering you a unique and exciting opportunity to lead an innovative project that will make a real difference in this sector: upgrading the housing stock, saving energy, adding renewables and clean heat, reducing carbon emissions and making homes more affordable and comfortable for tenants to live in.
Following recent policy changes, rental properties in the private sector need to meet a higher standard of energy performance by 2030. Landlords will need advice, support and guidance on how they can achieve this, so that tenants experience the improved standards that the policy intends to deliver.
A consortium of advice organisations has secured funding for this project to accelerate progress in raising standards for private tenants across Devon, in line with the changes in landlords’ obligations. Based within 361 Energy (charity), as the manager responsible for this project you will work in partnership with energy advice charities/ 3rd sector organisations, Local Councils, retrofit services, landlords and tenants across Devon. Your role’s purpose will be to help make the goal of raising energy efficiency standards in private rented housing a reality. You will achieve this by developing and leading a programme of activities to drive up energy efficiency standards in this housing sector including:
- Developing clear and compelling advice and guidance for landlords and tenants, for use in print and online media
- Implementing a helpline (telephone and online), to provide advice and signposting for landlords and tenants towards guidance, grant funding, financing, technical advice services and home visits where needed
- Working with local councils to identify and proactively communicate with private sector landlords prompting them on their obligations and how to get advice and support
- Attending and organising face to face events with tenants and landlords
- Collating data, monitoring outcomes and taking ownership of the project’s evolution to ensure delivery of its goals
Person specification
We will be looking for evidence of the following essential attributes:
- A strong track record in project delivery and effective partnership development
- Excellence in data analysis and reporting / presentation, and full GDPR awareness
- Outstanding interpersonal and written communications, including clarity in communicating complex information
- Commitment to the objectives that 361 Energy and its partners seek to deliver
- Ability to motivate yourself and others, a ‘can do’ work ethic and multi-tasking capacity
- Education to a degree level, or equivalent qualifications /relevant experience
- A friendly and professional manner with clients and partners, including vulnerable people
- Quick to learn, able to take on new information and pick up new processes and systems
- Willing to undertake CPD where appropriate and travel across Devon when required
The following attributes are desirable but not essential:
- Level 3,4 or 5 Award in Retrofit Advice or relevant experience and understanding of energy efficiency, sustainability issues and relevant technologies
- Experience in providing or managing client services, especially for vulnerable customers
- Experience of delivering successful projects in the voluntary sector
- Knowledge or experience of working within the private rental sector or housing standards
About 361 Energy
361 Energy is a Charity providing home energy advice in Northern Devon. We provide grant-funded home visits to low income and vulnerable households, and we support homeowners, landlords, tenants, businesses and community organisations with advice on energy-efficiency measures (retrofit) and grant funding. We aim to create a sustainable future where everyone can afford to be warm and healthy in an energy-efficient home, through approaches that empower our local community to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and reduce carbon emissions.
361 Energy is an equal opportunities employer and an accredited Living Wage Employer. We welcome applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for this role. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job share.
To apply
Send your CV and 1-page covering letter demonstrating how your skills and experience match the role requirements to JoinOurTeam@361energy.org by 11.55 pm on Sunday 12th April 2026.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationDevonHybrid
- Work Postcode
- Reference
AC6169
- Occupational GroupHousing & PlanningProject & Programme Management
- Salary Details
£33,000 - £37,000 depending on experience
- Job TermFixed
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
- Closing Date
11/04/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes