Activity manager Work, Jobs in Cambridge, Cam (with Salaries)

Programmes Manager
St Edmund's College —Cambridge
- £25,759 a year
- Part-time
- Project management
- No degree
- Budgeting
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Exhibitions Project Manager
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £33,951 - £39,906 a year
- Project management
- Employee discount
18h
Holiday Provision Manager
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £42,254 - £56,535 a year
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Budgeting
- Annual leave
12h
Lead Gardener
ABMC Cambridge American Cemetery —Cambridge
- Up to £59,000 a year
- Maintenance
- English
- Supervising experience
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
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Venue Supervisor
Zapt Laser Tag —Cambridge
- £13.21 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Guest services
- Employee discount
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2d
Summer School Supervisor | Oxbridge Summer Scholars (Summer, 2026)
Crimson Education —Cambridge
- Weekend availability
- University
- Communication skills
- School
Programme Manager (Custom Programmes) - 2 vacancies
JBS Executive Education Ltd —Cambridge
- £33,361 - £41,474 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Agile
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
Retail Department Manager
Blue Diamond Garden Centres —Cambridge
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- In-person
- Training & development
- Free parking
- Store discount
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Programme Manager - Venue
St Neots Town Council —St. Neots
- £35,152 - £39,152 a year
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Time management
- Flexitime
- Bereavement leave
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11d
Events & Admin Lead
Cambridge Enterprise —Cambridge
- From £37,500 a year
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Work from home
Regional Operations Manager - Housing
The Abbeyfield Society —Cambridge
- £51,000 - £57,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Budgeting
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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8d
Supervisor
Mears Group —Cambridge
- Up to £41,324 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Supervising experience
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Sports Centre Team Leader
P & E Sports Lettings Ltd —Cambridge
- £28,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- First Aid Certification
- Team management
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Gym membership
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11d
Project Coordinator (fixed term, part time), Population Health Intervention group
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £33,951 - £39,906 a year
- Part-time
- University
- Recruiting
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
8d
Project Manager (Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £35,608 - £46,049 a year
- Hybrid work
- Project management
14d
Senior Facilities Manager, UK & I
JAA-Jones Lang LaSalle Limited —Cambridge
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Team management
- Recruiting
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Regional Manager
Retail Innovation Group —Cambridge
- £30,596 - £30,597 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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9d
Client Strategy Manager
Genie Ventures —Cambridge
- £37,855 - £41,010 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Business
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
Senior Program Manager
MathWorks —Cambridge
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Engineering
Senior Summer School Supervisor | Oxbridge Summer Scholars (Summer, 2026)
Crimson Education —Cambridge
- Weekend availability
- University
- Communication skills
- School

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Programmes Manager

St Edmund's College -
Cambridge

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time
£25,759 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Free flu jabs
Company pension
Canteen
Employee discount

Qualifications

Fiscal management
Team leadership
Project management
Risk management
Budgeting
Project management experience
Communication skills

Full job description

Programmes Manager

Salary: £25,759 (FTE £48,215)

Location: St Edmund’s College, Cambridge

Contract type: Permanent, Job‑share, 19.5 hours per week (flexibility to work 3, 4 or 5 days)

St Edmund’s College is seeking a highly organised and collaborative Programmes Manager (Delivery) to support the planning and delivery of College and Von Hügel Institute (VHI) programmes. Working in a job‑share partnership, as Programmes Manager you will help deliver a diverse portfolio of intellectual, engagement, and operational activities, supported by a small team and reporting to the Director of Programmes and Strategy.

The role sits at the heart of a College environment in an exciting period of growth, with upcoming programming focused on AI, sustainability, the common good, and pedagogies of hope.

Some evening and occasional weekend work may be required to support events.

Job Responsibilities

Programme Delivery (shared accountability across the job‑share)

Oversee cohesive planning, delivery, publicity, and monitoring of College and VHI programmes and projects in line with strategic priorities.
Translate programme objectives into deliverable plans.
Develop programme timelines and milestones to ensure sustainable, high‑quality delivery.
Support the Director of Programmes and Strategy and VHI Director as required.
Deputise for the Director where appropriate.

Delivery‑specific Responsibilities

Lead operational planning and delivery of activities and events.
Oversee budgets, expenditure tracking, and financial administration.
Implement consistent communications and publicity approaches in consultation with the College Communications team.
Lead programme evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement.
Implement best practice in programme delivery.
Produce high‑quality written materials including reports, briefings, and promotional content.
Maintain accurate records, governance documents, and administrative systems.
Support governance processes, including preparation of papers.
Ensure compliance with College policies including data protection, research ethics, and financial procedures.
Lead on risk management and safeguarding considerations within programmes.

Team & Strategy Responsibilities (led by the job‑share partner, with shared collaboration)

Manage and develop the VHI and Programmes and Strategy team.
Ensure sustainable resourcing and delivery of work across the team.
Foster a collaborative, developmental team culture aligned with strategic direction.
Support strategic planning and development of College and VHI programming, including visibility, reputation, partnerships, and audience engagement.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria

Proven success in programme delivery or project management.
Strong financial management skills.
Experience working within governance‑focused environments.
Excellent organisational, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a job‑share.
High accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
Degree‑level education or equivalent experience.

Desirable Attributes

Experience in interdisciplinary research settings.
Evaluation, communications, or change‑management experience.
Interest in Catholic social thought, AI, or sustainability.

Before applying, please take a moment to review the Job Description, which outlines the key responsibilities and person specification. And don’t worry if you meet most, but not all, of the criteria we would still be very interested to receive your application.

As well as a great salary and friendly team you will also receive:

Working daily allowance for food and drinks*
Free car parking (where available)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
Generous pension contributions
Discounts at restaurants, shops & more
Outdoor gym
Death in service
Access to LinkedIn Learning & Business Disability Forum

**when Dining Hall or Edspresso is open.

About St Edmund’s College

St Edmund’s College is one of the 31 constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge. Our vibrant student body is made up of over 600 postgraduates and around 200 mature undergraduates. With over 260 senior members and around 120 staff, you will be joining a dynamic and growing College with an ambitious vision for its role in shaping the future of higher education and collaborative research.

The maturity of our community means we have earned a reputation as the friendly College. Relaxed, non‑hierarchical and diverse, we pride ourselves on being a place in Cambridge where people of all backgrounds are welcomed, feel at home, and can flourish. We welcome applications from candidates of all demographic backgrounds.

How to apply

Please send your cover letter and CV to the HR Team at [email protected].

Closing date for completed applications: 6 September 2026**

**Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Interviews will be held on: 23rd September 2026

If you have informal enquiries about the post, please email the Director of Programmes and Strategy: [email protected].

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, as it does not meet the required criteria.

In applying for this role, you will provide personal data which the College will process in accordance with its Data Protection Policy: http://www.stedmunds.cam.ac.uk/data-protection

Any offer of employment is subject to evidence of your right to work in the UK and satisfactory references.

Pay: £25,759.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen
Free flu jabs

Work Location: In person

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