Programme Administrator, Centre for Climate Repair (Fixed Term)

The Centre for Climate Repair (CCR) is a multi-disciplinary centre hosted in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) and is focused on supporting research in three main areas: emissions reduction, greenhouse gas removal and refreezing the arctic.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to provide administrative support and project coordination to the Centre. Working closely with the Programme Manager and other key members of staff, the Programme Administrator will ensure that CCR's projects run smoothly. This will involve general administrative support, event coordination, project coordination and project financial administration. CCR is located within the Department of Applied Maths and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) on Wilberforce Road. Some travel to the Department of Engineering on Trumpington Street will be required

The Programme Administrator will be responsible for assisting with the coordination of projects, preparing project outlines and plans, supporting project-related activities and events (conferences, workshops, training events), carrying out financial administration, providing administrative support to the Directors and maintaining appropriate communication channels with colleagues, representatives and stakeholders within and outside the University.

We are looking for a skilled and experienced administrator with knowledge of project coordination.  You will have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

You will be experienced at building positive working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external colleagues.  You will be well organised, and have a flexible approach to work, with an ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.  Excellent written and verbal communication abilities along with excellent computer skills are also essential.  You will have some experience in supporting event coordination.

A scientific background is not required for this role, but an interest in supporting research in this area would be beneficial.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the apply button above.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Natalie Selwood, Programme Manager, Centre for Climate Repair (nas56@cam.ac.uk). If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact LE44665@maths.cam.ac.uk.

On the online form, you should clearly explain the reasons for your application, and indicate how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role as described in the Further Particulars. The full contact details of two referees should be included; at least one of whom should be contactable if you are invited to attend an interview.

Interviews will be held the week commencing 3 February 2025.

Please quote reference LE44665 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.

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

Please note: The University of Cambridge is unable to issue sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route for this role as it does not meet the minimum skill and/or salary requirements.

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