Diocesan Environmental Officer

The Diocese of Leicester is looking for a passionate, committed Diocesan Environmental Officer with a heart for Creation Care to lead the ''Hearts and Minds'' activities of our Diocesan Environmental Programme (2026-29). If you''re an inspirational yet sensitive communicator who can empower parishes, champion environmental action, and share the call to care for God''s world, we''d love to hear from you. The Diocesan Environmental Officer''s core role is to lead in engaging the hearts and minds of people across the diocese as we work to care for God''s Creation and reduce our carbon emissions. We are looking for some to walk alongside people to encourage, inspire and challenge - reaching out to build relationships with individuals, churches and Minster Communities. This is a new fixed-term post made possible by a grant from of The Church of England through their Net Zero Carbon Capacity Building Programme. In this rewarding role, you will: Be an advocate and champion for environmental issues as integral to the Christian Gospel Lead the planning and activity required to enable the Diocese of Leicester to achieve the Silver Eco Diocese award by the end of 2029 Support parishes to engage with and progress with the Eco Church Award Scheme Provide resources and deliver training on themes relating to Creation Care Be responsible for the delivery of Carbon literacy training Encourage and equip a flourishing network of Eco Communities (see diocesan website for more information) ..... full job details .....