Project Officer (Sustainable Development Goals) Southampton, England
Job description
Research and Innovation Services
Sustainability and Resilience Institute
The University is seeking one Project Officer for its new Sustainability and Resilience Institute. The new institute is a hub of interdisciplinary research excellence that will address complex sustainable development through innovative solutions.
As Project Officer you will be play a key role in the development of the new Institute. Working with the Directors, you will manage a portfolio of projects to raise awareness, monitor and report on the University’s activities contributing towards the Sustainable Development Goals. This will include background analysis and research, the development of a University sustainability dashboard and reporting on the key performance indicators internally and externally. With highly developed analytical and communication skills you will advise and support the University community with insights on sustainability to inform activities and decisions. This new role would suit a self-starter with an interest in sustainable development and delivering outcomes which support strategic goals.
For a discussion about the post please contact Professor Craig Hutton, Director of Sustainability and Resilience Institute ([email protected]) or Mylène Ployaert, Director Research Strategy and Funding ([email protected]).
Further details:
- Job Description and Person Specification
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.
Apply by midnight on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or [email protected] quoting the job number.
