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18 Oct 2023: Organisational Development (OD) is not always well understood. Although many grasp what it is intuitively, it can be hard to articulate. In essence, it is an area of practice in which a range of tools and techniques are used to improve an

18 Oct 2023: od_2.jpg The role of the Organisational Development (OD) team Our overarching objective is to ensure that the University of Cambridge is a great place to work. We work to connect all parts of the organisation and support positive cultural change to

12 May 2023: Applications for  2024 entry are now open. You can learn more about our eligibility criteria, the application process and the timelines by visiting the dedicated pages.

28 Jul 2023: This annex to the Employee Expenses policy clarifies the common expense types which are regarded as appropriate to incur whilst undertaking University business.

24 Jul 2023: Include the amount and attach a receipt . No entries are required on the itemisation tab as there are no available itemisations for this expense type.

14 Dec 2023: A series presented by Reshmin Haq by the PPD team is available to download.

5 Sep 2023: The University Library has created pre-arrival courses for students embarking on a course of study at Cambridge. These are designed to help you start your studies with information literacy and digital literacy skills.

26 Jun 2023: Policies set parameters for decision-making. Compliance with policies is mandatory. Employee Expenses Policy Policy against Bribery and Corruption Anti slavery and Anti-trafficking policy Foreign Exchange (FX) Management for Research Policy

4 Jan 2023: Some University committees and working groups require representation of the postdoc community within their membership.

22 May 2023: Entry of packages into RMS sends automatic notification to users. Planned/under development.

23 Jun 2023: The Policy has been produced to more effectively support the requirements of gaining Environmental Management System (EMS) accreditation for the University under ISO 14001. ... Avoid, prevent and minimise pollution;. Fulfil its environmental compliance

26 May 2023: necessary requirements to create a fantastic experience for.

15 Jun 2023: 1.4  This policy is not contractual and may be amended from time to time, in light of changes in legislation or operational requirements.

26 Jan 2023: What is the Employer Checking Service? The Employer Checking Service (ECS) is used to request verification from the Home Office that an individual has the right to work in the UK when they have an outstanding application or appeal and cannot present

1 Dec 2023: External Examiners for undergraduate and taught postgraduate degrees are appointed as members of the Board of Examiners and play an essential part in ensuring the academic standards of the examination process. ... Reporting requirements, including

22 Sep 2023: Further updates - Skilled Worker and GAE. We're still working through the updates to both the Skilled Worker and GAE routes, and the sponsor guidance shows additional requirements for us when ... Visitor visa briefing. A recording and slides are now

8 Aug 2023: tax legislation. insurance requirements to ensure that the University maintains its duty of care to its employees.

24 Mar 2023: The Hybrid Working Policy aims to enable as many staff as possible to work in a hybrid way if they so wish, whilst recognising that some roles will include tasks that can only be performed on University premises. It highlights that consideration

3 Feb 2023: Introducing myHR Andi Hudson, Director of HR, is pleased to announce that the University's new HR and payroll system will be called myHR and will launch in the summer of 2024. myHR is being introduced as part of the University’s HR Transformation

4 Dec 2023: Guidance on compliance with Competition and Market Authority (CMA) requirements. ... Guidance on Monitoring Academic Engagement for Postgraduate Taught Courses.

28 Jul 2023: Before undertaking any business travel, employees must consider whether the business purpose can be achieved without needing to travel. Virtual meetings can offer an efficient (in terms of both time and cost) and sustainable alternative to physical

27 Apr 2023: The Council and the General Board have approved a new Hybrid Working Policy to set out the University’s ongoing approach to working practices since the pandemic. The new policy was developed following engagement sessions with Heads of Institutions

4 Dec 2023: Creating accessible materials. Supporting students through admission, interviews and registration. The University has published two Codes of Practice covering all postgraduate courses, including expectations of students and staff.

15 Jun 2023: 3. Eligibility 3.1 Save where expressly excluded, this policy applies to employees in the Assistant, Contract Research and Unestablished Academic and Academic-related categories who wish to raise a grievance (the “Employee”) and replaces all

28 Jul 2023: Gifts to employees for birthdays and other occasions are considered personal, non-business expenditure and must not be claimed via expenses. Tax treatment for gifts and individual recognition This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy.

7 Jun 2023: The latest round of the University’s Career Support Fund is now open for applications until 14 July 2023. The fund provides grants of up to £10,000 to support staff whose careers have been adversely affected, either by the COVID-19 pandemic or

1 Aug 2023: Generally, the University will neither pay nor reimburse the costs of personal healthcare. Tax treatment of health and wellbeing costs This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere to the key

14 Apr 2023: As the Human Resources Transformation Programme (HRTP) continues preparations to move the University to the new HR and payroll system, myHR, it is important that unwanted and outdated data is removed from our current HR system, CHRIS. Keeping

1 Aug 2023: Any deviations from the Expenses policy must adhere to the key principles and be authorised by the Head of Institution. A record of the extenuating circumstances must be kept for audit purposes.

20 Jun 2023: On Friday 9 June, the Regent House approved a new Dignity at Work Policy and a combined Grievance Policy, both of which come into effect today (Tuesday 20 June). These policies, which were developed following consultation with University staff and

1 Aug 2023: Claims must be submitted via the Concur system approved by the Finance Division. Claims for out-of-pocket reimbursements, e.g., paid for using a personal payment card, must be submitted no later then 3 months from the date the expenditure was

23 Nov 2023: As part of the Technician Commitment work across the University, a series of videos have been put together to showcase some of the technical staff colleagues and their diverse roles across many sectors within the University. One the technicians, Rob

24 Nov 2023: As part of the Technician Commitment work across the University, a series of videos have been put together to showcase some of the technical staff colleagues and their diverse roles across many sectors within the University.

17 Nov 2023: performance and applying best practice where appropriate, whilst being efficient in the amount of time and resources it uses to meet these reporting requirements. ... Working knowledge of reporting and disclosure requirements relating to environmental

19 Sep 2023: Online Export Control training is available to all staff through the Higher Education Export Control Association's training programme (https://heeca.org.uk/). To access the training please contact researchgovernance@admin.cam.ac.uk.

28 Jul 2023: All expenses must be incurred in accordance with the following five key principles. 1.

15 Sep 2023: As an example, students are awarded a Postgraduate Certificate, then exit for a short period, returning to "top up" their course to a Postgraduate Diploma.

1 Aug 2023: In some circumstances, individuals may be permitted to incur and reclaim some business costs relating to them personally. Tax treatment of training, development and subscriptions This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy.

1 Aug 2023: This section forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere to the key principles and be authorised by the Head of Institution. Where appropriate, any claims must also align to the funder’s terms and

21 Nov 2023: In some instances, suppliers now offer broadband without a requirement to pay line rental.

25 May 2023: please contact your Department’s Postgraduate Office for the appropriate risk assessment form. ... Depending on your circumstances and course requirements, a short period of non-medical intermission may be considered.

22 Mar 2023: 9. Glossary Annual hours: Total working hours are calculated over a year rather than a week. This means people can work according to the peaks and troughs of activity over the year. Compressed working hours: Allows people to work their total number

21 Mar 2023: 2. Eligibility 2.1 This Policy applies to all University employees. 2.2 All University employees have the statutory right to make a flexible working request from the first day of employment.

24 Mar 2023: 2. Definitions 2.1. Hybrid working. A type of flexible working that focusses on the location in which work is undertaken, with some work being undertaken in the workplace and some work being undertaken in an agreed remote working environment. 2.2.

8 Mar 2023: We have recently updated some categories (including disability, ethnic origin and sexual orientation) and added a question about marital status to meet HESA’s requirements.

24 Mar 2023: 4. Who is this policy for? 4.1. This Policy applies to all University staff. 4.2. This Policy does not apply to employees and workers solely engaged by the Colleges, who should refer to their College’s policy on hybrid working if available.

21 Jul 2023: Combining the ‘demand-side’ data (numbers of staff/students, timetable requirements, working styles and arrangements, growth and actual utilisation of existing spaces) with ‘supply-side’ data (amount and types of spaces, ... While we are one

8 Aug 2023: This policy is owned by the Director of Finance on behalf of the Finance Committee. Heads of Institution are responsible for ensuring that all expense claims are in line with this policy, the Annex: How to apply the policy, and the related

22 Mar 2023: Supporting Guidance The pages in this section provide information for Heads of Institution and line managers on various aspects of flexible working practices at the University. They aim to provide guidance for those considering individual requests

22 Mar 2023: 5. Legislation 5.1 This Policy complies with national legislation, including the Part-time Workers (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2000, the Fixed-term Employees (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2002, the