The University of Manchester
Engagement Projects Officer
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About the Role
The Social Responsibility & Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (SR & EDIA) Team in the Faculty of Science and Engineering is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Engagement Projects Officer to coordinate and deliver high-quality outreach and engagement projects, contributing to the Public, Civic, and Schools Engagement strand of our Social Responsibility strategy.
The Engagement Projects Officer will have responsibility for coordinating and delivering high-quality outreach and engagement projects – in particular an externally funded Aramco project supporting young people (age 14-18) into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) study and careers.
Key Responsibilities
- Project management of an externally funded public, civic, and schools engagement projects.
- Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including acting as the point of contact for partner organisations.
- Leading the planning, organisation, and coordination of project-related events for young people, including all logistics and supervision.
- Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on projects and activities.
Requirements
We are looking for someone with experience in shaping and delivering events for schools or public audiences, strong project management skills, and a demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
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Interviews will be held week commencing 12th October.
What You Will Get in Return
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The University of Manchester values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are aware that there are a number of groups who are under-represented in our Professional Services, including disabled people and people from Black, Asian and Minoritised Ethnic backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from people in these communities. We also actively encourage applicants from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation or transgender status. Appointment will be made on merit and equal opportunities data completed by applicants will not be accessible by the Recruiting Manager and panel.
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Working Arrangement
Our University is positive about flexible working – this role will be hybrid, with a minimum of two days a week on campus (based in the Nancy Rothwell Building). Find out more here.
Important Information
Please be aware that due to the number of applications we unfortunately may not be able to provide individual feedback on your application.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Contact Information
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
- Name: Lauren Teasdale
- Email: lauren.teasdale@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Technical support:
- Phone: 0161 850 2004
- Link: Jobseeker Support
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
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