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29 Jan 2014: Job shadowing is where an individual from one area of the University has the opportunity to work alongside and gain experience of the role of another individual, and gain an insight into that particular work area. It can also be used to provide an

18 May 2017: Leonie leads the Personal and Professional Development team within the HR Division. As Interim Head of Learning and Development, she is responsible for: overseeing leadership and learning and development programmes for leaders, managers and staff

29 Apr 2014: Details of all PPD options and resources relevant to leaders, managers and supervisors including bitesize online resources, live events and online courses.

18 May 2017: Many staff undertake a range of development options, such asand vocational qualifications, along with participating in a range of PPD's training and learning courses and resources. ... For administrators, PPD offers two key training programmes, the

28 Feb 2014: Cambridge Evening News Jobfinder.

15 May 2020: Linkedin Learning is now available for all University and College staff, alongside existing provision for Professional Development. This resource, widely used by many high performing Universities, offers online courses and resources on: creative

27 May 2014: The University is committed to developing and supporting all staff with responsibilities for leading, managing or supporting others. Leadership development options outlines the range of programmes available for first line managers through to those

30 Jan 2014: The tools can be used by individuals at any time to support their professional development and career progression.

6 Mar 2014: Key documents Secondment policy Internal and exeternal secondment form (CHRIS 71) Role specific skills template forms Behavioural attributes template forms Personal development plan Conducting a secondee progress review Mid secondment review

21 Sep 2017: Philanthropy Definition of attribute Establishes successful relationships with donors and ensures that they feel an integral part of the collegial University Works in partnership with internal stakeholders to progress the collegial University’s

27 Jan 2014: Contact PPD to arrange an appointment. Access our plan your career tools to help get you started on the process of thinking about your career development and to prepare for a

28 Feb 2014: Interview Techniques - Personal and Professional Development (PPD) training course.

24 Apr 2014: Departmental Administrator Programme and Visitor Officer

23 May 2017: Please use this form to make an initial enquiry with Personal and Professional Development about running an event in your department, faculty or School. Please note that Bespoke Training often evolves over the course of discussion and planning so we

31 Jan 2014: This grid shows which levels may be most appropriate to each grade. Download the relevant self-assessment template to review current behaviours and identify opportunities for development. These can be compiled and recorded in a Personal Development

24 Aug 2017: This activity can be supported by a representative from Personal and Professional Development (PPD) if required.

30 Jul 2014: This table provides links to the role-specific skills templates by grade and job family. These can be added to dependent on individual roles. Download the relevant self-assessment template to review current skills and identify opportunities for

30 Apr 2020: Search site. Personal and Professional Development. Mentoring schemes at the University. CV mentoring scheme. Scheme to support Promotions process. Induction. Supported by line managers. Postdoc Academy (PdA) mentoring scheme. Formal matching to

4 Mar 2014: Follow the links below to read about the experiences of some colleagues. Lee Hilsden and Scott Herrington, Lift Engineers/Lift Maintenance Glynis Moore, PA Head of Unit, Public Health and Primary Care Chris Summerfield, Head of Engineering Services,

3 Feb 2014: You can also contact PPD if you have any further queries.

21 Sep 2017: Financial acumen Definition of attribute Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of the application of financial, accounting, and economic concepts to the budgeting and resource allocation process of the University Makes well-informed and timely

21 Sep 2017: Teamwork Definition of attribute Actively engages and supports teams and teamwork Gains and gives trust, support, cooperation and respect for others Focuses team building on achieving high performance Creates synergies across units/departments

28 Feb 2014: Online resources which profile different careers, including key aspects of the job, skills required, personal attributes, qualifications required: What Color is Your Parachute - a popular career guidance manual University Careers Service - provides

6 Jan 2017: The following development programmes have been designed to support those in senior leadership roles in the University.

19 Sep 2017: Commitment Definition of attribute Driven to achieve results through personal diligence and loyalty Adopts a positive and optimistic outlook and is proactive Understands and works with University governance, cultures and values: appreciates the

21 Sep 2017: Risk & opportunity Definition of attribute Assesses and manages risks and measures impact on institution Takes calculated risks to enhance results Manages in an environment of uncertainty Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities in new and

21 Sep 2017: Communication Definition of attribute Expresses facts and ideas in a clear and concise manner using a variety of styles to clearly convey ideas and information of differing complexity, taking into account the diverse needs and interests of different

4 Mar 2014: If you would like to apply for vocational training funding, please contact PPD directly via email. ... PPD will contact you with the decision about funding. Note that the Finance Training section within the Finance Division provides accredited vocational

21 Sep 2017: Creativity & innovation Definition of attribute Meets challenges with resourcefulness, generates suggestions for improving work and develops innovative approaches and ideas Acts with imagination, displaying original thinking and creativity

19 Sep 2017: Decision making & delivering results Definition of attribute Understands what needs to be done to realise vision and displays drive to achieve outcomes through goal setting for continuous improvement Understands how to introduce performance

21 Sep 2017: Valuing diversity Definition of attribute Respects that individuals are different and harnesses this diversity for the achievement of institutional goals and plans Advocates and demonstrates an inclusive attitude to ideas and people Integration of

21 Sep 2017: Develop people & mentorship Definition of attribute Supports and facilitates the development of self and others to help each individual reach his/her full potential Gives and receives constructive feedback for improved personal and institutional

28 Feb 2014: When identifying your career goal it is important that the goal is SMART: Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Time-Limited Some examples of a SMART career goal: You have realised that you are happy in your current role but that you are

21 Sep 2017: Relationship building Definition of attribute Builds mutually beneficial relationships and networks, both internal and external, which generate opportunities for the institution Successfully builds and manages partnerships and alliances Integration

21 Sep 2017: Influence & negotiation Definition of attribute Secures the involvement and engagement of others, both within and external to the University Effectively manages conflict to reconcile divergent interests and objectives Integration of attribute into

24 Aug 2017: Secondments offer many benefits:

19 Sep 2017: Strategy & direction Definition of attribute Creates and communicates vision Develops strategies to achieve institutional goals within the governance structure Identifies external threats and opportunities and adapts strategy to changing conditions

24 Apr 2014: Brief details of your secondment Having spent 4 years in a central (School) office, I did an 8-month secondment to a department to cover maternity leave. Why did you want to do the secondment? I had previously worked in a variety of roles, including

4 Mar 2014: More recently, as I have moved into a managerial role, the University encouraged me to take the ILM level 3 management course run by PPD to help with the transition.

4 Mar 2014: They have had continued support throughout the course from the CareerStart @cam team at PPD, which was a great help.

24 Apr 2014: Brief details of your secondment I spent 13 months at the Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences as Programme and Visitor Officer, seconded from the Widening Participation Team based at the Cambridge Admissions Office. Why did you want to

28 Feb 2014: PPD's Learning and development team can offer career coaching to non-academic staff - contact PPD for more information.

25 Apr 2014: Search site. Personal and Professional Development. FAQ. Q. What is a secondment? The term 'secondment' refers to the temporary movement or 'loan' of an employee to another part of an organisation (CIPD Factsheet 2011). A secondment is usually when

4 Mar 2014: My role I am responsible for managing the diverse catering activity that takes place at Madingley Hall and organising events and weddings. What training have you undertaken with support from the University? I am studying my third and final year of a

4 Mar 2014: My role Each day is different for me, I can be managing the diary, arranging a conference or helping with a powerpoint presentation often when time is very short. I am the administrator for our new MPhil course and I also look after the

5 Aug 2014: It is important to review the job shadowing placement in order to build upon the experience and to identify further development opportunities if necessary. As part of the Job Shadowing Process, the shadowee is encouraged to discuss the outcomes of

3 Feb 2014: enables PPD to prioritise training and development activities in line with development needs that are identified. ... You can also contact PPD if you have any further queries.

4 May 2017: PPD also offers a wide range of training and learning courses and resources.

28 Feb 2014: To help you assess where you are in your career it's useful to identify: what you value in your work what your skills, strengths and attributes are what you are particularly knowledgeable/experienced in what are your achievements to date and what

29 Jan 2014: The University offers support to assistant staff to increase their vocational skills and to gain qualifications which are directly relevant to their work. This gives departments and the wider University the opportunity to develop skilled and