Update: Due to the overwhelming response received, this application is now closed.

This position is a 6 month Fixed term with the possibility of extension or permanency.

Band D1 £28,815 (entry level) to £30,088 (maximum) Appointment will normally be at entry level)

CPA UK is recruiting for a Project Assistant to support the delivery of a range of projects.  It is an exciting role in a busy and dynamic team, located in the heart of parliament, with hybrid working arrangements currently in place. The role requires a diplomatic and sensitive approach and has a highly administrative component, providing logistical support to a number of projects.  

If you are selected to work as a Project Assistant you will be based in the Thematic Programmes Team (TPT). TPT designs and delivers workshops, conferences, bilateral programmes and other learning events for parliamentarians and parliamentary officials across the Commonwealth. Although based in TPT, you will be part of a ‘pool’ of Project Officers and Project Assistants, so will work across two delivery teams. Projects will vary in size and length, and will include both multilateral and bilateral activities, as well as activities for donor-funded projects. Although the role will be primarily based in Westminster, some projects may involve overseas travel.

Full details including the job description can be found here.

To apply, please refer carefully to the guidance pack and then complete the following online application form.

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Important information

• You are advised to complete your application in a Word document and then paste your answers into the form to avoid any loss.
• Please note if a completed online application form is not returned, your application will not be put forward to the sifting panel.
• CPA UK carries out anonymised recruitment to continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce. Your personal information (i.e. your name) will be concealed during the sifting phase and only the names of those who are being invited for interviews will be made known to the panel.
• Roles may be considered for job share or flexible working.
• You will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. To apply for this role, you must have lived in the UK for three years out of the past five. This is to comply with nationality checks and parliamentary security eligibility criteria.
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We are committed to attracting a diverse range of applicants. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Interviews will take place on the 13 and 14 July 2026. There may be a written exercise and/or presentation included as part of the selection process. If you have not received an invitation to interview prior to the dates of interview, please assume that your application has not been shortlisted. It is hoped that the successful candidates will take up the role as soon as possible following completion of all relevant checks including security clearance.