Head of Policy Unit (Fixed Term)

Cambridge Zero has an exciting and impactful opportunity for an experienced policy professional to lead the creation, long-term development and programme of work of its Policy Unit.

Do you have experience of:

• Working on policy at a national and international level?
• Climate change policy analysis and engagement?
• Developing  policy publications such as whitepapers, consultations, announcements or briefings?

In this role you will work across public policy at a local, national and international level to develop CZ's overall policy strategy.   You will oversee programmes, partnerships, convenings and events and the production of internal and external policy materials with strong academic engagement.

Cambridge Zero exists to maximise the University of Cambridge's contribution towards achieving a resilient and sustainable world.

We do this by enabling, integrating and accelerating climate activities related to education, research and innovation.

We work in a co-ordinating and supporting role across the full academic lifecycle; connecting, convening and engaging the full breadth of the greater University community (i.e. the University, Colleges and related institutions).

Acting in close collaboration and partnership with a broad range of University functions, we help integrate, enhance and accelerate climate activities.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Interviews w/c 7th July 2025

For informal enquiries regarding this position, please contact Nina Martin, Operations Manager (nina.martin@admin.cam.ac.uk)

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.

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

Please upload your CV and Cover letter to the application. Please note that additional uploaded documents will not be considered as part of recruitment.

You should clearly set out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification (the skills and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted based on these criteria.

Please quote reference LP45642 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.

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