Enterprise and Events Assistant (Fixed Term)

About the role

The University of Cambridge Botanic Garden is seeking an Enterprise and Events Assistant for a 3-year fixed-term post, working full-time (36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with some weekend and evening work) and reporting to the Assistant Director, Development and Enterprise. The postholder provides operational, administrative and project support for enterprise, venue hire, events, fundraising and stakeholder engagement, acting as the main point of contact for venue hire enquiries and bookings.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities and take venue hire enquiries and bookings
• Maintain management information, performance dashboards and reporting
• Provide administrative support across a variety of projects and campaigns
• Work with colleagues across the Garden and external stakeholders to generate income and support the Garden's long-term sustainability
• Develop expertise in the Garden's ticketing and reporting systems
• Help plan and deliver activities within the Assistant Director's portfolio

Required profile

• Strong organisational and people skills and good attention to detail
• Able to manage competing priorities and work proactively with initiative
• Quick to learn new systems and able to keep tasks and projects moving forward
• Flexible, collaborative approach and effective communication with people of different priorities and working styles

The funds are available for 3 years initially, with possible extension depending on funding. Applications are made through the University's online recruitment system; the closing date is 22 November 2026.