Community Project Worker - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract
Listed by Students' Union
Applying
Application deadline: Mon 06 Mar 2017 09:00
An Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form can be downloaded from the links below and returned either by email to jobs@warwicksu.com or returned to the HR Department or Reception in SUHQ. Alternatively, contact HR on 02476 572757.
Warwick SU is committed to anti discriminatory practices and works to ensure all people are able to give their best to the SU. All decisions are taken on merit. We would encourage applications from all sections of the community in order to improve the diversity of the workforce.
Salary
The salary is from £21,757 to £25,198 per annum plus excellent holiday and benefits. Please note this is a Fixed Term 2 Year Contract.
Hours
36.5 hours per week subject to a 16 week probationary period. Some weekend and evening working may be required from time to time for special events. Time off in lieu will be granted.
Interview
Interviews will be held on Monday 13th March 2017. You must be available to attend an interview on this date should you be short listed.
Details
Warwick SU are looking for a key addition to its Representation & Democracy team which is part of our Membership Services Directorate.
This is an exciting opportunity to support student-led community liaison projects and build constructive relationships with community stakeholders. The aim of this role is to support students to settle in smoothly and integrate with their local communities by facilitating consultation and collaboration with community stakeholders. This would include local resident groups, housing providers, businesses, charities, campaign groups and local councillors and local authority staff.
An important part of the role will be to signpost information that connects local stakeholders with our student community and supporting staff.
In order to succeed, you must be a proactive and personable individual who can work on their own initiative and develop working projects with tact and sensitivity . A commitment to membership organisations and a knowledge of local authorities and local communities are essential in an applicant. The job requires an understanding of the issues facing our students and a knowledge of higher education.
You must also possess excellent planning and flexible communication skills
If the prospect of working in a democratic student-led environment has caught your imagination and you have a desire to support our community engagement activity then this post could be your next challenge.
Job Description
Person Specification
Equal Opportunities Form
Application Form
Type of Job
Fixed term contract
Type of Work
Clerical