The purpose of this role is to assist the Centre Administrator in providing administrative support to the organisation and running of the University of Cambridge Centre for Gender Studies (UCCGS) and to participate in the expansion of its activities. The post involves assisting with the activities of the Centre including its two postgraduate courses (MPhil and PhD), its expanding research programme and its large public events programme as well as general committee, website, communications and administrative duties.
There are fifteen Administrative Assistants to the Department supporting all aspects of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research. This role is key in supporting UCCGS and plays an important role in the Department's administration.
Educated to at least A-level standard (or equivalent) you will have relevant administrative experience in a role which has required you to prioritise, multi-task and pay close attention to detail. You must be organised and able to work autonomously, possess a lot of common sense, an unflappable nature, and a pro-active approach to challenges.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 9 September 2029 in the first instance.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
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The closing date for applications is Friday 17 January 2025.
The interview date for the role will be as soon as possible following closing date.
Applications should be submitted online via the University of Cambridge jobs page www.jobs.cam.ac.uk by clicking "Apply online" in the job advert. You will need an email address to register for our online system.
Conversations about flexible working are encouraged at the University of Cambridge. Please feel free to discuss flexibility prior to applying (using the contact information below) or at interview if your application is successful.
Informal enquiries about this vacancy may be addressed to Centre Administrator at jsb75@cam.ac.uk or the Business Operations Manager POLIS BOM@polis.cam.ac.uk. If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact HSPS HR (hr@hsps.cam.ac.uk).
Please quote reference UE44471 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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