January 18, 2010
Vacancy for Manufacturing and Engineering Task Force
Manufacturing and Engineering Policy Research Associate
A position has become available to support the CIHE in establishing a Task Force on manufacturing and engineering to look at the ways in which “business and universities can combine to grow the manufacturing and engineering base of the UK?” The CIHE is a strategic network of senior business leaders and Vice Chancellors focused on creating a higher education system that delivers greater competitiveness and a better society.
This role offers a range of duties and responsibilities:
• Assist in the development of written materials including policy position papers, regular updates, and press releases.
• Analyse and present summaries of current and proposed UK and global policies and regulation affecting the digital and creative industries.
• Working with CIHE members and other relevant parties to identify emerging issues and trends affecting the creative and digital industries.
• Provide regular web and blog updates on the Task Force deliberations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned – including organising and recording all Task Force meetings and supporting the surrounding network of experts working with the Task Force.
You will need to have an excellent command of English. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and writing skills. Project management experience and excellent organisational skills are a key requirement. Policy experience with a think tank or similar organisation is preferable but not essential. We will also consider candidates available as a secondment, and already working in a think tank, university department or similar.
Good IT skills is required, including the ability to use Microsoft Office – word processing (MS-Word), Powerpoint and spreadsheets (Excel), and experience with web-management is preferable, but not essential.
He or she must be able to work as part of a small team with enthusiasm and have a willingness to undertake a great variety of tasks.
Salary: £20,000, one year contract renewable
Closes: The deadline for applications closes on 5th February 2010. Successful candidates will be invited for interview. An appointment will be made before the end of February, with a start date as soon as possible after appointment.
Contact: To apply please send a CV and cover letter to Stephanie Scott-Davies at cihe@cihe.co.uk