Project Coordinator
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Position Overview & Specifications
The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) is a globally influential institute within the University of Cambridge working with leaders to build a sustainable and resilient future for people, nature and climate. CISL draws on the intellectual breadth of the University and an international network of leading thinkers and practitioners to help individuals and organisations understand and act on pressing issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, resource depletion and inequality.
We have an exciting opportunity to join CISL's the education programmes, within our Digital Learning Team. This role would coordinate an exciting portfolio of online courses working 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 thrive in a challenging but supportive environment and enjoy working independently as well as part of a collaborative team, then this role is for you. If you want to work for an organisation that shares your principles and have commitment to students, to their learning journey and to the ultimate impact on sustainability then we would like to hear from you.
The role
In this role you will provide administrative support to our rapidly expanding suite of short online courses that we're developing with external partners. You will be in regular contact with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers and will play a key role in supporting the administration of all our global initiatives.
To learn more about the tasks expected of this role please download our Further Information document.
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Please quote reference EN36064 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Recruitment@cisl.cam.ac.uk.
We have hybrid working practices so there is some flexibility in where and how people work. This generally means a mix of remote and office working.
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.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Project Coordinator roles across University of Cambridge's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,285 - £28,929 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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