Energi Coast Cluster Development Manager

Key Team Links:

• Work closely with the Energi Coast Chair to understand the strategic direction of the cluster and align projects, activities and communications
• Work with the NOF Executive team to forward plan and successfully deliver Energi Coast extensive UK & global activities including meetings, events, marketing campaigns, projects to maintain our position as the leading offshore wind cluster
• Work with applicable NOF team to undertake operational delivery of all activities

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Cluster Management

• Energi Coast first point of contact for Leadership Group and wider regional offshore wind supply chain, stakeholders, partners, media including any cluster enquiries
• Organise and coordinate the extensive schedule of Leadership Group meetings including diary management, note taking, venue and supplier liaison etc.
• Provide light touch support for Energi Coast sub groups such as Skills and Innovation
• Plan and coordinate Energi Coast and offshore wind meetings and engagement with key regional and UK stakeholders including The Crown Estate, DESNZ, DBT, National Grid, Great British Energy, MPs, Offshore Wind Industry Council, trade bodies and clusters etc.
• Hold regular catch ups with the Energi Coast chair and sub group Leads to understand key industry challenges and where Energi Coast can provide light touch support
• Encourage companies to utilise the directory to source suppliers for project related activities, and encourage companies to sign up and maintain entries
• Participate in business development and update meetings with Leadership Group companies and build a relationship with regional offshore wind businesses

Cluster Development

• Lead on securing the long-term financial sustainability of the cluster working with NOF Directors
• Develop and implement a commercialisation plan
• Develop an offshore wind growth plan to encourage more companies to join the offshore wind cluster to demonstrate regional inclusivity
• Identify potential Leadership Group participants and potential regional offshore wind ambassadors
• Lead and manage research and supply chain projects
• Identify the potential to use the Energi Coast model to develop other energy clusters

Cluster Activities and Operations

• Work with the NOF Executive team to forward plan Energi Coast extensive UK & global event and marketing activities and key messages
• Work with the events team on the operational delivery of Energi Coast events and oversee progress and manage external events presence
• Develop and implement a marketing plan to promote the cluster across various platforms including social media channels
• Work with third parties to support with the delivery of the marketing plan
• Brand champion working with the Digital Marketing Assistant to create impactful designs and materials such as brochure, eflyers, films, stand designs etc.
• Maintain and update the Energi Coast website including cluster profiles, news and events etc.

Finance and Budgets

• Responsible for managing public sector funding and associated claims & reporting submissions
• Prepare and maintain Energi Coast budget

Other Duties

• Act as ‘Ambassador’ for NOF & Energi Coast
• Present about Energi Coast as and when required both internally and externally
• Proactively contribute to NOF staff updates, weekly leadership team meetings, annual business planning (where applicable) and Energi Coast Leadership Group meetings
• Proactively identify member & Energi Coast ‘good news’ stories / case studies to be used publicly
• Develop and maintain an active and professional profile within the NOF membership, Energi Coast cluster & wider offshore wind supply chain and industry stakeholders
• Represent the organisation and regional cluster at local, national and potentially overseas events
• Support for NOF as and when required, build relationships with key partners & stakeholders including NOF members and industry clients
• Identify and assist in the recruitment of new NOF members and cluster companies
• Active use of social media networks such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram
• Active use of the CRM and other system where applicable
• Perform any duties commensurate with the position as required
• Time allocated to provide support to the Energi Coast Cluster (owned and operated by NOF)

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Knowledge of the offshore wind sector
• Ability to think strategically and communicate confidently and concisely
• Ambitious and focused with a drive to succeed
• Ability to always maintain complete confidentiality
• Excellent knowledge of business development, events (face to face & virtual) and marketing including social media channels
• Excellent organisation skills and ability to coordinate multiple meetings / diaries
• Ability to manage third parties in the quest to organise successful projects
• Ability to work smart and suggest new ways of working
• IT literate with experience of using a CRM system and all aspects of Microsoft Office
• Experience with Microsoft Teams, Zoom and other virtual event platforms
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral with an ability to do so at all levels
• Good negotiation skills to achieve best costs
• Creative skills with good eye for detail
• Understanding of brand guidelines
• Good knowledge of office practices, administration, and customer service
• Knowledge and understanding of GDPR regulations and use of data to ensure NOF compliance
• Able to operate over several projects and meet tight deadlines
• Capable of operating at senior level and with businesses of all sizes
• Presentation and public speaking skills
• IT literate with experience of using a CRM system, all aspects of Microsoft Office, virtual platforms including Teams and Zoom, social media platforms etc.

Education & Experience

• Experience working in the offshore wind sector

• Demonstrable experience in events, marketing and business development

• Good knowledge of office practices, admin, events, marketing, projects and customer services

• Project management experience is desirable

• Car owner and willing to travel throughout UK and internationally to represent NOF & Energi Coast

Application Instructions

Deadline to respond: Friday 14th August

Send us a copy of your CV and a covering letter telling us about yourself and why we should consider you for this role by email to Nichola Carlton, ncarlton@nof.co.uk.