Are you looking for an engaging and collaborative administrative role within an inspiring, world-leading organisation? Do you want to contribute to our mission to create a more sustainable economy?
The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) is a globally influential institute within the University of Cambridge working on a mission to develop leadership and solutions towards a sustainable economy. More information can be found at .
This role forms part of CISL's Digital Learning Team which has grown rapidly in response to increasing global demand for high quality, accessible and engaging online sustainability education. Our education programmes aim to equip participants with the skills, confidence, network and agency they need to deliver positive change for their organisations and beyond.
The role
You will provide administrative support to our rapidly expanding suite of online courses, developed with subject matter experts and a global cohort of business professionals to create engaging online courses for the next generation of sustainability leaders.
If you meet the requirements listed below, thrive in a challenging yet supportive environment and enjoy working independently as well as part of a collaborative team, then this role is for you. If you would like to work for an organisation that shares your values and is dedicated to students, to their learning journeys, and the ultimate impact on sustainability, then we would love to hear from you.
Required skills and experience:
1. Educated to at least A Level/equivalent standard or equivalent level of practical experience.
2. Previous experience in an administrative or secretarial role.
3. Experience of event management and / or logistics; coordination, organisation and booking.
4. Experience of supporting the financial aspects of projects and financial procedures.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Excellent organisational skills, with a high attention to detail.
7. It is desirable to have familiarity with project management and editorial software.
What you'll receive:
8. 36 days annual leave (inc bank holidays).
9. Working 36.5 hours per week - Hybrid/flexible/part-time working considered
10. Excellent benefits including a generous pension scheme, discount portal, cycle to work scheme, access to the University accommodation service, relocation support, employee assistance programme, family friendly policies along with many more.
11. Extensive development opportunities.
This post is permanent, full-time on a hybrid working basis with at least 2 days in our award-winning Cambridge office.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our institution.
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.