Student Engagement Manager (Fixed Term, Maternity Cover) at University of Sussex Students’ Union

Join us at the heart of student life as our Student Engagement Manager! In this dynamic role, you'll facilitate the student-led initiatives to empower communities to make change as well as cultivate an inclusive environment where every voice matters. If you're ready to join the team of change makers and play a key role in making students’ experience better, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference for liberation communities at our Students' Union.

Join us in a rewarding journey of support, connection and empowerment with our diverse student community! We're all about listening, learning and building strength together. This role will give you an opportunity to work with students to make the University experience more equitable, accessible and fun, making sure every voice is heard, especially those of our underrepresented and marginalised groups. Let's make waves and have a blast while creating positive change.

KEY INFORMATION

Job Title: Student Engagement Manager (Maternity Cover)

Rate of Pay: Grade 6, £34,491 full-time equivalent per annum, pro rata

Responsible to: Head of Student Representation

Hours of work: 36.5 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term, 7 months (May - Dec 2025)

Applicants: Open to internal and external applicants*

*Please note that applications from full time students will NOT be considered for full time positions, as it exceeds the recommended hours of work for individuals in higher education. This applies to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Location: Falmer House, University of Sussex, BN1 9QF.

For more information see the Job Description and Person Specification.

If you have any questions, or would like to have an informal chat about this role, please get in touch with Lindsay Horler at lindsay.h@sussexstudent.com

KEY DATES

Applications close: 24th March, 09:00 am.

Interviews: w.c. 31st March

Start Date: 6 May 2025.