We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.
We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role.
If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on e.recruitment@durham.ac.uk
Job Description
Social Media Student Ambassador
Job Number:
26001382
Department of Engineering
Graded Casual : - £13.45 Per Hour
Casual/Atypical (Student) - Atypical
Typical/Contracted Hours : 2-3 hours per week
Closing Date
09-Nov-2026, 11:59:00 PM
The University
At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historical setting – Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally.
Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.
Further information about the University can be found here .
If you love social media and enjoy creating engaging content, this is a unique opportunity: the Department of Engineering is looking for a motivated student ambassador to help run its social media accounts on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and to plan, record, and publish short videos on YouTube and TikTok.
Role Overview:
- Work under guidance from departmental staff, and undertake appropriate training.
- 2-3 hours per week to maintain accounts, seek news stories, and create content.
- Skills in filming, video editing, and basic graphic/video content creation are desirable.
- Paid at £13.45 per hour.
The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required.
Role
Responsibilities
Casual rate
Under instruction from colleagues in the department and following appropriate training:
- Maintain the department’s social media accounts
- Proactively seek news stories and engagement opportunities from relevant stakeholders
- Create content for various social media platforms (consulting with colleagues before posting)
We encourage applications from students from underrepresented groups and aim to create an inclusive environment.
Please note that this role is open to Durham University Undergraduate and postgraduate students only.
The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Monday 9th November 2026.
We plan to hold interviews shortly after the closing date.The interview will comprise a 5 minute presentation plus 15 minutes Q&A.
Please note that contracts are for a minimum of one year, starting November 2026.
Should you have any further questions regarding the role please contact Emma Worden (Department Manager) emma.worden@durham.ac.uk or Sergii Veremieiev (Director of Publicity and Communications, Department of Engineering) s.veremieiev@durham.ac.uk
Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement : Not Applicable.
We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.
We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role.
If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on e.recruitment@durham.ac.uk
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