Applying
Application deadline: Thu 29 Aug 2024 09:00
To apply, please submit:
Your CV and a supporting statement (this should be a maximum of two sides of A4) that clearly outlines your suitability for the role by addressing the criteria focused on experience within the person specification, giving examples.
Applications should be submitted electronically to vacancies@cambridgesu.co.uk. Upon receiving your application we will request you complete an equalities monitoring form.
We encourage all applicants to have a phone call with a member of the team before applying, please email tash.crump@cambridgesu.co.uk with your contact details and a selection of times you may be available.
Details
Job title: Campaigns Coordinator
Reports to: Democracy & Representation Manager
Place of work: Cambridge SU, 3rd Floor, University Centre, Granta Pl, Mill
Lane, CB2 1RU
Responsible for:
- Campaigning and Policy support at Cambridge SU
- Sabbatical Officer support
Contract: Full Time (35 hours per week) 1 Year FTC, with potential to extend based on funding
The primary purpose of this role is to be the lead staff member supporting and developing the delivery of officer-led campaigns and project work.
Cambridge SU has eight elected Sabbatical Officers who each deliver on individual projects and campaigns, this role will play a key part in supporting the delivery of these, as a member of the Democracy and Representation Team. The successful candidate will have a passion for supporting and empowering others to deliver meaningful change. Key areas of change will include issues surrounding liberation, student rights, fair representation and the role intersectionality plays in society.
This will include:
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Advising on appropriate tactics for campaigning within Cambridge University, Higher Education and the broader community
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Providing written and verbal briefings and guidance for elected officers on policy issues in liaison, where necessary, with the rest of the Membership Engagement Department
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Keeping up to date with local, national and international developments within Higher Education policy
We encourage all candidates to have an informal chat about the role, a member of the team would be more than happy to have a phone call with you in advance of submitting your application.
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