Power & Energy Project Consultant – application deadline 16 August 2024

Role description

Having secured co-funding from the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), the Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) programme is seeking the services of a power and energy consultant to support various activities associated with the Electricity Transition Playbook.

The Electricity Transition Playbook  (ETP) is a tool to help policymakers build and deliver plans to transition to a clean electricity system. The ETP was developed in collaboration with CCG and with inputs from across the globe, and it was led by the Green Grids Initiative (GGI) from DESNZ.

The ETP is a practical guide to help a country navigate through the complex journey of the electricity transition. It is a tailored approach to shape the electricity landscape of each nation. It features nine interconnected building blocks of electricity transition with resources for each. All material is available here.

The ETP is typically delivered as one of the energy modelling tool pathways offered at our Energy Modelling Platform (EMP) Summer Schools. 

Role objectives

The objectives of this role are to:

• Support the updating process of the ETP to include additional case studies
• Deliver training activities at different energy modelling platform events
• Provide administrative support during different ETP activities.

Duties

The consultant’s activities will be as follows:

• To support the organisation of an Energy Modelling Platform: the consultant will provide the organizers with all relevant information and documentation where necessary, supporting Loughborough’s administrative team with budgeting elements where necessary.
• To support the delivery of ETP training at Energy Modelling Platforms: Lead the ETP track during EMP events, sustaining communication and information flow with and between participants, trainers, and organisers. Also provide support after the events – in terms of reporting and potential participant questions, as well as supporting the lead of the CCG Energy Modelling Community in promoting that network to your students and graduates.  
• To review and improve ETP material: The consultant will work under the guidance of the CCG Lead (Prof. Jairo Quiros) to refine and improve the existing ETP materials developed to date. This includes improving lectures and case studies based on feedback provided by the CCG Lead from previous activities. The consultant is expected to work closely with CCG Lead and GGI Lead to deliver improved material to be adopted by January 2025.
• To support the online delivery of the ETP: Once updated, the Playbook material will be re-submitted for online delivery, consisting of:
  • Updating text for text-to-speech capabilities of the ETP within the CCG OpenLearn Collection.
  • Final editing of material for accuracy, consistency across themes, and branding.
  • Update and upload and test on the CCG OpenLearn website.
• To update Ministerial Pack: The consultant will work with CCG and GGI Leads to deliver an undated version of the ministerial pack (which we use to promote the ETP to senior potential clients) to better reflect feedback from previous ETP activities.
• To participate in Steering Committee meetings: The consultant will take part in meetings organised by CCG and GGI Leads to constantly improve the ETP materials.

To participate in Train-the-Trainer Programme: The consultant will engage in activities designed to enhance training capacity within the ETP track. Specifically, the consultant is expected to attend a training event in London, where they will train other ETP participants. This effort aims to build regional capacity, expand the ETP network, and enable the consultant to participate in regional events as a member of the ETP team.

Project deliverables

The deliverables we expect the consultant to produce as part of this contract are as follows:

• Summary of notes from Energy Modelling Platform events with feedback from participants and ways to improve material. This should include a list of tools and other material to be agreed with CCG and GGI Leads.
• Review and improvement of all teaching kit material, ensuring consistency and quality
• Management of interface with online repository for the material, and upload onto the Open University platform in a timely manner
• Organisation of the communication pack associated with the teaching kit
• Production of the ministerial pack and flyer associated with the teaching kit
• Material to support meetings with ETP Steering Committee.
• Material to deliver the Train-the-Trainer Programme in London.

Resources and timelines 

• The consultant will complete this work remotely, using their own equipment and they will be working with a team of academics and researchers from CCG partner institutions.  There will be regular progress update meetings (frequency to be agreed between CCG Team and the consultant).
• International travel to support ETP activities will be required
• We are looking to contract a consultant from 1 September 2024 to 31 March 2025 with a weekly dedication of 2.5-3 days.

Qualifications and experience

• The consultant should hold a master’s degree in areas related to electricity including, but no limited to, power systems, energy planning, chemical engineering.
• The consultant should have at least 3 years of experience in energy modelling with a focus on long term planning.
• The consultant should have experience with the nine key pillars of the ETP.
• The consultant should have experience in electricity networks and demonstrated knowledge in network operation.

Expressions of interest

•  A CV clearly outlining your previous relevant experience

•  A supporting statement outlining your suitability for this position

Expected daily rate for this position is between £140-185 (based on relevant experience).

Please forward your CV and supporting statement to Rosie McGrane on R.McGrane@lboro.ac.uk