Programme Manager Cambridge, East of England, England
Job description
Job title: Programme Manager
Job description
Cantab Academy is a high-quality higher-education short-term course provider based in Cambridge. We are seeking a Programme Manager to join our team and lead a summer programme for a group of undergraduate students from one of the top universities in China in Cambridge and London during 23rd July and 18th August 2023.
The main responsibility of this role is to lead a summer programme for a group of undergraduate from one of the top universities in China in Cambridge and London during 23rd July and 18th August 2023.
About the Programme
- Name: Cambridge Programme on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Introduction: this is an academic-intensive summer programme, with lectures given by speakers from the University of Cambridge and other top universities, as well as speakers from leading firms in AI industries
- Dates and Location: 3 weeks in Cambridge (including airport pick-up): 23.07.2023 - 11.08.2023; 1 week in London (including airport see-off): 11.08.2023 - 18.08.2023
- Note: Your available time should fit at least the schedule in Cambridge
Duties and Responsibilities
You will lead and guide a small group of undergraduates (around 15 people) and deliver a memorable and enriching experience that will last the students a lifetime.
As a Programme Manager, you will be responsible for the following:
- Attend preparation meetings and get familiar with the programme details before the programme starts
- Run the programme, leading and guiding the students, hosting activities and dealing with emergency issues(if applicable) on a daily basis
- Accompany students from their accommodation to the classroom/activity venue and late back to their accommodation on a daily basis, excluding weekends
- Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards and assist with the display of work
- Collaborate with the course supervisor/speakers to assist in planning and delivering engaging lessons, tailored to the needs of the group
- Support students in their learning, providing guidance, encouragement, and constructive feedback
- Provide regular feedback to the supporting team of Cantab Academy
- Write daily brief reports (template will be provided) and take photos for the programme
- Write students' course reports after the programme ends (template will be provided)
- Write a final report after the programme ends (template will be provided)
Required Experience and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or related area, or at least a senior year in your undergraduate study
- Students or graduates from the University of Cambridge preferred
- Full-time attendance required for the programme hours
- Highly organised and flexible in a changing day-to-day operational environment
- Experience of event management and administration (or similar experience)
- Outstanding communication skills and interpersonal skills
- A desire to work with students and exchanging and communicating ideas
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team to deliver an exemplary programme
- Proficient in spoken and written English
- Fluent in spoken and written Chinese (preferred)
- Cambridge-area based preferred
What You Will Gain from This Position
- Compensation: £2000 and free transport in Cambridge and London Zones 1-2 during the programme
- Access to high-quality Courses & Lectures: You will have access to high-quality courses and lectures led by researchers from the University of Cambridge, other top University and speakers from leading companies in the AI industry
- Internship Certificate: you will receive an internship certificate, and excellent performance may lead to longer-term employment.
Job Types: fixed-term contract
Salary: £2000.00
This is a varied, multi-faceted and involved role working within a really friendly, dynamic team. If you think you are perfectly fit for this short-term Programme Manager position, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to the email address [email protected].
Interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis, so positions will be filled quickly. Please apply immediately.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 1 month
Salary: £2,000.00 per month
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 04/06/2023
Expected start date: 23/07/2023
