Programme Manager (Fixed Term)

The Centre for Human-Inspired Artificial Intelligence (CHIA) is a new centre within the University of Cambridge and is part of the Institute for Technology and Humanity. Its founding principle is to advance Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the benefit humanity. The Centre brings together an interdisciplinary community of researchers and students to investigate the innovative ways in which human and machine intelligence can be combined to yield AI that can support social and global progress. Designed to deliver both academic and real-world impact, the Centre seeks to partner with academic, industrial, and other organizations that share interest in Human-Inspired AI  This exciting new position will be at the heart of CHIA's activities. The Programme Manager will work directly with the Centre leadership to develop and manage CHIA's interdisciplinary research programmes, educational offerings and partnerships. This includes preparation and coordination of funding proposals that can support CHIA's programmes. Through effective community-building, you will maintain and develop collaborations across the University as well as external partnerships across academia, industry, NGOs and the civil society. You will also lead the development and implementation of effective communications strategy that will inspire a diverse range of stakeholders to engage with CHIA. We're looking for an experienced expert with a commitment to CHIA's mission to develop responsible and socially beneficial AI. You will have prior experience in getting multi-stakeholder research initiatives funded and off the ground. You will be a pro-active problem solver with strong organisational, prioritisation and time management skills, with the ability to develop multiple projects. You'll have excellent interpersonal skills and experience in convening events as well as in outreach to diverse publics and stakeholders. Prior experience in AI (research, industry, governance or another context) is not required, but would be highly valuable in this role. For applications to be considered, please submit:  - A cover letter explaining how your experience relates to the essential skills required for the role, providing examples of the experiences and skills listed in the advert.  - A CV that indicates how your career history relates to the requirements of the post.  - Names of two referees who may be contacted during the application process. Fixed term: Funding for this post is available for 2 years in the first instance. For further questions about the role, please contact CHIA director Prof. Anna Korhonen, alk23@cam.ac.uk.  If you have any questions about this vacancy you can contact the Schools HR team on SAHHR@admin.cam.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is midnight (GMT) on Sunday 11 February 2024.  To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the apply button above. Please quote reference GO40023 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.