Project Manager, Policy and Industrial Transformation

University of Cambridge

The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) is a globally influential institute within the University of Cambridge working to develop leadership and solutions for a sustainable economy.

Our work has never been more relevant as leaders in business and government face the climate crisis, collapsing nature and growing inequality in a volatile and complex world. We try to support a vision of the economy which prioritises investment and innovation in solutions to climate change and the restoration of nature, whilst delivering inclusive, resilient societies.

About The Role

  • Do you want to help contribute to a better future?
  • Do want to manage a variety of projects in an exciting field – specifically involving business and industry, working on climate policy?
  • Do you enjoy working with others and sharing a common enthusiasm to get the job done?

This exciting role within our Centre for Policy and Industrial Transformation (CPIT) is an opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced team that engages with senior business leaders and UK, EU and international policy makers to support the transition to a sustainable economy. CPIT’s influential projects include CISL’s Corporate Leaders Groups, the Aviation Impact Accelerator, and much more.

The key duty of this role will be to provide project management support to CPIT’s work, specifically supporting the Aviation Impact Accelerator and UK policy projects. The post will work as part of a wider team and support a range of additional projects, especially where additional capacity is needed on events management.

We are looking for someone with a strong record of accomplishment in project management to support the development and delivery of this portfolio of work. You will work alongside our team to put in place efficient delivery plans for complex programmes, ensuring delivery within budget in a timely and efficient manner.

Skills And Experience

  • Experience of project management, including managing project teams, financial planning and delivering work to a high quality within project budgets and tight time frames.
  • Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with overlapping deadlines.
  • Experience of managing and delivering events, online and in person.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and proactively solve problems to deliver outcomes for clients.
  • Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to make complex content accessible to a wide range of audiences.
  • Ability to think strategically with strong analytical skills and high standard of attention to detail.

The Following Attributes Are Desirable

  • Good awareness of UK policy making or international policy processes.
  • Knowledge of University of Cambridge administrative processes and finance system.
  • A demonstrable interest in Sustainability and commitment to the values that underpin CISL’s work.

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If you have any questions about this vacancy please contact [email protected].

Please quote reference EN30681 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. To find out more on how the University supports equal opportunities please visit https://www.equality.admin.cam.ac.uk/

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Further information

  • Further Information – Project Manager

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