Location
Cambridge

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£35,608 - £46,049 per annum

About the Role
Cambridge Zero has an exciting opportunity within our Communications and Engagement Team to manage and deliver a diverse portfolio of over 20 event types, including roundtables, symposia, public engagement days, and student-facing activities. The role focuses on promoting the University of Cambridge's work to address the climate crisis. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of all events, from conception through to execution and evaluation. This includes ensuring effective event-related processes and practices, developing and improving internal systems and procedures, and driving continuous improvements and efficiencies across the event portfolio. You will also have the opportunity to propose new events and engagement activities. Cambridge Zero exists to maximise the University’s contribution towards a resilient and sustainable world by enabling, integrating, and accelerating climate-related education, research, and innovation. Working collaboratively across the University, Colleges, and related institutions, Cambridge Zero connects and engages the wider University community to enhance and accelerate climate activities.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a health assessment once an offer of employment is accepted. The deadline for applications is 2nd November 2025, with interviews scheduled for the week commencing 17th November 2025. Applications from internal candidates seeking secondment, as well as those interested in part-time or flexible working arrangements, are welcomed. The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and particularly encourages applications from women and candidates from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, who are currently under-represented at this level within the department.

Experience
- Proven experience managing, planning, and delivering events
- Experience utilising social media to support event promotion
- Experience using design tools to produce event materials

About you
- Strong organisational and project management skills
- Ability to develop and improve internal systems and procedures
- Proactive and able to propose new events and engagement opportunities
- Collaborative approach, able to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders

Qualifications
- No specific qualifications stated, but relevant experience in event management and communications is essential