Climate Resilience Officer

There is currently one full-time, fixed term contract post until 30 June 2027, subject to review.

As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome.

And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

The post holder will directly support the climate adaptation and resilience programme, coordinating the development and delivery of adaptation plans and projects.

Deliver adaptation projects to help build greater knowledge, understanding and action, collaboration and knowledge sharing, and develop shared resilience pathways for the city and the council.

Support the development, delivery and periodic review of climate strategies and plans for the city and council and ensure that climate objectives and best practice are mainstreamed within BCC strategies, plans and projects.

Build the capacity of departments to deliver the resilience elements of the Climate Action Plan and help the council to achieve the Council’s risk reduction ambitions.

Provide advice and support to council, the Climate Programme Board, the Climate and City Resilience Committee, and the Our Planet Board, with the aim of delivering key strategic objectives on climate adaptation and resilience.

Develop technical skills and understanding across council on preparedness for climate change, key vulnerabilities and opportunities for the council, communities and the city.

The post holder will report to the Adaptation and Resilience Advisor and work closely with the Data Analysts and Monitoring and Results Officer. The post will be located within a matrix structure to facilitate cross-functional and collaborative working across the broader climate team and maintain a flexible approach and the efficient allocation of resources to enable agile working in a complex, fast-moving environment.

Represent the Adaptation and Resilience Advisor on matters within the post’s sphere of responsibility.

About You

About the department

The City and Organisational Strategy Department leads on:

• The Belfast Agenda – Working in partnership with key stakeholders to deliver the city’s social, economic, and environmental ambitions.
• Corporate Planning – Aligning the council’s strategic priorities with the Belfast Agenda.
• Performance Management – Tracking progress against strategic goals.
• Organisational Change & Improvement – Ensuring the council remains agile, efficient, and fit for purpose.
• Customer Focus Programme & Hub – Enhancing service delivery for residents.
• Climate Team – Leading on Belfast’s net‑zero and resilience strategies.