Sustainability Engagement Consultant

Job Introduction

• 40 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• Competitive Salary
• Sodexo rewards and benefits
• This position is Belfast-based, and we're currently seeking applications from candidates located within Northern Ireland.
• Degree in Communications Public Relations, Media or Marketing or related field is essential for this role
• Turn complex information into clear, engaging communications.
• Collaborate with a wide range of teams and stakeholders.
• Create impactful training and marketing materials.
• Manage exciting projects and multiple priorities.
• Deliver confident presentations and workshops.
• Use your analytical skills to drive continuous improvement.

Job Introduction

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sustainability Engagement Officer to join a high-profile blue light services contract, supporting the delivery of ambitious climate and sustainability objectives across a complex public sector estate portfolio of more than 70 buildings and 350,000m² of operational space.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside Energy, Estates, and Sustainability professionals to help embed sustainable practices, improve climate literacy, and deliver engaging campaigns and training programmes that support long-term environmental and social value outcomes.

What you’ll do:

Climate Change Engagement & Behaviour Change

• Develop and deliver engagement programmes to support climate change and sustainability objectives across the estate.
• Design and implement behaviour‑change initiatives focused on energy, carbon, waste, water, travel, and biodiversity.
• Work with service managers, estate teams, and occupiers to encourage ownership of sustainability actions.
• Support staff climate literacy and capability through targeted engagement and communications.

Training & Capacity Building

• Design, coordinate, and deliver sustainability and climate change training for staff, managers, and elected members (where applicable).
• Develop training materials, learning resources, toolkits, and guidance tailored to different roles and services.
• Coordinate induction and refresher training on climate responsibilities and sustainable working practices.
• Promote best practice and innovation in sustainable estate management.

Climate Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Support the preparation of statutory and voluntary climate‑related public reporting (e.g. Climate Action Plans, annual carbon reports, ESG or sustainability statements).
• Collect, analyse, and present data related to carbon emissions, energy use, and other environmental performance indicators.
• Work with estates, finance, and service teams to ensure data accuracy and audit readiness.
• Translate complex performance data into clear, accessible information for public, staff, and senior stakeholders.

Project & Programme Support

• Support delivery of climate change programmes and estate decarbonisation projects through engagement, communications, and reporting.
• Monitor progress against climate commitments, milestones, and KPIs.
• Identify opportunities for engagement‑led carbon reduction and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to funding bids and business cases where engagement or reporting evidence is required.

Stakeholder & Partnership Working

• Act as a key point of contact for sustainability engagement across the estate.
• Liaise with external partners, community groups, and sector bodies to share learning and good practice
• Represent the organisation at internal and external meetings, forums, and workshops as required

What you bring:

Education and Qualifications

• Degree in Communications Public Relations, Media or Marketing or related field.
• Training qualifications
• Professional membership of relevant institution (CIM, CIPR etc.)

Experience

• Experience working in sustainability, climate change, environmental management, or a related field
• Experience of engagement, communications, or behaviour‑changeinitiatives in a public, corporate, or community setting.
• Knowledge of climate change principles, carbon management, and environmental/sustainability issues.
• Experience delivering or coordinating training, workshops, or awareness programmes.

Essential Skills

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging messages.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multi‑disciplinary teams and organisational boundaries.
• Analytical skills, including working with training materials, marketing materials.
• Organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident presentation and facilitation skills.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a public sector estate or large asset‑based organisation.
• Familiarity with UK climate policy, public reporting requirements, or sector‑specific frameworks
• Experience designing e‑learning or blended learning programmes.
• Relevant qualification in sustainability, environmental management, climate change, or a related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IEMA) or working towards it

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications