Centre Director

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Full time
Location: Cambridge
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Job offered by: Venn Group
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Location:

Cambridge (hybrid) Contract Type:

0.8 FTE for 12 months FTC Salary Range:

£68,863 - £79,800 FTE (£55,090.40 – £63,840 actual) Working pattern:

30 hours per week Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work) We are seeking an experienced senior leader to join a Research Centre for Climate. This role involves providing leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight to the Centre team, managing relationships internally and externally, and transitioning the Centre into its next phase of development. The Centre brings leading academic research and thought leadership to business and government leaders to drive climate action. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Vision: Set and refine the Centre’s strategic direction, develop and execute implementation plans, and support succession planning. Inspirational Leadership and Team Development: Lead and mentor the Centre’s team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance. Fundraising and Resource Mobilisation: Spearhead fundraising efforts, manage donor relationships, and secure sustainable funding. Financial Stewardship: Oversee financial planning and management, ensuring robust financial practices. Strategic Partnership Development: Establish and nurture partnerships with key entities and external stakeholders. Advisory Group and Governance Management: Coordinate the activities of the Centre’s Oversight Committee and Advisory Group. Event Leadership and Representation: Lead and participate in high-profile events and networking opportunities. Person Specification Passion for climate change science and policy Substantial executive-level experience Proven ability to influence senior individuals Fundraising experience Experience in climate change law, policy, or sustainability Strong leadership and management skills Excellent communication skills Strategic thinking and change management skills Benefits include a generous pension scheme, healthcare cash-plan, wellbeing services, 33 days of annual leave (including public holidays), free meal on duty, free parking, social and sporting facilities, and use of the gym. If this opportunity is of interest to you, please reply with your up-to-date CV. If you know someone who may be interested, please do not hesitate to forward this email. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and welcomes applications from all candidates.

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