Grant Application Coordinator

Posted: 02/02/2025

Commercial Grant Application Coordinator

Description:

The Role:

Due to continued expansion and growth, we currently have a vacancy for a Commercial Grant Applications Coordinator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to join us on our mission to drive higher standards of energy efficiency across Ireland both in the domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Company:

SE Systems specialise in helping organisations with complex energy requirements to find bespoke solutions to reduce their energy consumption and carbon emissions. We are at the forefront of delivering turnkey, energy-saving projects for residential, commercial, community, and public sector clients nationwide. We have head offices in Cork, as well as in Dublin and various regional areas.

'Our mission and purpose is to transform and innovate within the energy saving industry, leaving a legacy of sustainable living for generations to come’

Why You Should Join Us:
At SE Systems, we’re not just upgrading homes; we’re upgrading lives and making a tangible impact on sustainability. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a supportive and forward-thinking team while driving Ireland’s transition to a greener future.

If you’re a natural communicator, passionate about energy solutions, and thrive in a customer-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

· Providing full administration & technical support to all commercial clients and their grant applications.

· Working with our communities’ team to prepare applications for the SEAI Better Energy Communities Scheme.

· Assisting with data input and reviewing project applications to ensure all the correct documents are on file.

· Responsible for updating any relevant grant funding documentation for communities grant projects.

· Preparing internal project schedules and reports for review.

· Tracking all proposed application projects and application submissions to ensure internal deadlines and SEAI deadlines are met.

· Supporting sub-contractors and stakeholders to meet tight application deadlines, ensuring that all documentation is completed on time.

· Review of Targets and Milestones with Senior Management

· Providing administration support to the SEAI Communities Energy Team.

· Communicating with clients on the progress of their grant applications.

· Assisting with Local Authority Tendering Process / Other Project Tenders

Requirements

· Third level qualification, preferably in Engineering (Energy, Sustainable, Electrical, Mechanical), Building Services Engineering or any other relevant area.

· Meticulous attention to detail with a desire to take initiative and be proactive.

· Excellent IT skill including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word and Power Point) and strong knowledge of SharePoint.

· Ability to manage multiple deadlines while ensuring high levels of professionalism is maintained.

· Time management and ability to demonstrate resilience in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

· Results-driven with ability to build strong client relationships.

· You will have a professional manner along with a proven record of utmost discretion and confidentiality in all matters relating to work.

The following qualifications are desired but not Essential

· Previous experience in grant applications/ tendering/ technical administration/document management.

· Previous experience in an energy related commercial setting

· Knowledge of Near Zero Energy Building regulations.

· Familiarity with SEAI Technical Standards.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Performance-based Bonus
  • Company phone
  • Company laptop
  • Annual professional membership subscription (if applicable)
  • Great Work Life balance
  • Staff Social Events / Training Events
  • Remote/Hybrid working
  • Continuous Professional Development (CPD) support
  • Be part of a fast-growing organisation that is making a big difference nationally on climate change and within our community
  • Great potential to grow and develop within the company

Career advancement and professional development are integral to our company culture, as we believe in rewarding success and empowering our employees.