Policy Manager (Fixed Term) in Cambridge

Cambridge Zero has an exciting opportunity to be part of our new Policy Unit, whose function is to promote the integration of academic evidence and expertise on climate-related policies into policymaking and advocacy. The Policy Unit will focus on coordinating and developing policy analysis and ideas, working in partnership with academics and researchers to build a bridge between academia and key policy stakeholders on climate change through events and other direct engagement such as policy briefings, and supporting academics to deliver policy engagement through policy consultations and research proposals.

Do you have experience of working across climate-related topics and:

• Research translation
• Public policy research analysis
• Policy stakeholder engagement

In this role, you will organise, manage and deliver activities for the Cambridge Zero policy programme, building on its existing portfolio of activities and developing new ones. The successful candidate will work closely with the Cambridge Zero Management Team and the Head of Policy Unit to deliver the CZ overall policy strategy and inform updates to it, and will supervise the Policy Coordinator. The Policy Unit will work across public policy at a local, national and international level.

Cambridge Zero exists to maximise the University of Cambridge's contribution towards achieving a resilient and sustainable world. We do this by enabling, integrating and accelerating climate activities related to education, research and innovation. We work in a co-ordinating and supporting role across the full academic lifecycle, connecting, convening and engaging the full breadth of the greater University community (i.e. the University, Colleges and related institutions). Acting in close collaboration and partnership with a broad range of University functions, we help integrate, enhance and accelerate climate activities.

The deadline for applications is midnight on 22nd February 2026. Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment. Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University. We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements. We particularly welcome applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy, as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Please upload your CV and Cover letter to the application. Please note that additional uploaded documents will not be considered as part of the recruitment. You should clearly set out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification (the skills and experience required for the role), along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted based on these criteria.

Interviews: w/c 9th March 2026. For informal enquiries regarding this position, please contact Nina Martin, Operations Manager (nina.martin(AT)admin.cam.ac.uk). Please quote reference LP48572 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. 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.