PA/Admin Assistant, Centre for Climate Repair (Fixed Term)

"The Centre for Climate Repair (CCR), based in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, is a multi-disciplinary hub that brings together various departments with the goal to repair the climate. In addition to this role, CCR consists of 9 people, a full list of our team can be found on our website at www.climaterepair.cam.ac.uk

Our team is growing rapidly and we are seeking to recruit a PA/Administrative Assistant to help the growing needs of the Centre. The post is an interesting and varied job allowing you to work closely with the Centre Directors, providing PA support, as well as providing administrative support to the Centre and the Programme Coordinator. This will include multiple diaries and inboxes management, assisting with events organisation, taking minutes and general administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the Centre.

The post is available as either a Part Time (0.8FTE) or Full Time (1FTE) post. We also welcome applications for flexible working arrangements.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 December 2025 in the first instance and may be extended subject to the availability of funding.

The successful applicant will have excellent organisational and communication skills and be flexible and adaptable to the requirements of the team. We are a small team so we will be seeking an individual who is willing to work effectively with other team members and have a positive attitude. The role holder must be able to demonstrate knowledge of facts, principles, processes and general concepts related to PA/Administrative work. Excellent and accurate written English, the ability to prioritise workload across multiple tasks and to meet deadlines together with a high level of attention to detail, are also essential. The postholder will be responsible with the ability to exhibit tact and diplomacy, recognising when a matter being handled is confidential.

On the online form you should explain the reasons for your application and how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role. The full contact details of two referees should be included; please note that we will assume that you are happy for us to approach your referees at any stage, unless you indicate otherwise in the space provided on the form.

Informal inquiries or requests to arrange a site visit and find out more information may be directed to Natalie Selwood at nas56@cam.ac.uk.

Informal inquiries can be made by contacting LE42473@maths.cam.ac.uk

Closing date for applications is 1st September 2024.

We will be reviewing applications for this position on a regular basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may call you for a tour of the site and meetings with the team before the closing date.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible following the closing date.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BAME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our Department.

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

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