Subcity Radio Station Manager (Voluntary)

Subcity Radio Station Manager (Voluntary)Love radio, music, and student media? This might be the voluntary position for you.Subcity Radio — one of the UK’s longest-running student stations — is on the hunt for a bold, creative, and driven Station Manager (or co-managers) to take the reins for the 2025–26 academic year.If you\’re a current University of Glasgow student with a vision and a voice, this is your time.Location: Subcity HQ, McIntyre Building, University Avenue, Glasgow G12 8QQTerm: 2025–26 academic year, with a summer 2025 handoverOpen to: University of Glasgow students onlyTeam up: Joint applications & job shares are encouragedAbout the RoleAs Station Manager, you’ll be responsible for the overall running, direction, and strategy of Subcity Radio. You’ll lead a team of volunteer station coordinators, support a wide network of student contributors, and act as the key link between the station and the SRC.This is an ideal role for someone with strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills – and a genuine interest in inclusive, student-led media. Prior experience with Subcity is welcome but not required.You’ll gain hands-on experience in:Strategic leadership & team managementMedia production & audience engagementRunning an independent, grassroots platform with real impactKey ResponsibilitiesLeadership & CoordinationOversee Subcity’s core teams: Programmes, Communications, Tech, Design, Support, and ArchivesChair weekly Subcity team meetings and coordinate internal collaborationLead the recruitment and appointment of the station’s volunteer teamMaintain clear and effective communication across the stationStation OperationsSupport the day-to-day running of the station, delegating tasks and resolving issuesWork with the Tech team to ensure studio and broadcast equipment is functionalRespond to team and contributor queries in a timely and supportive mannerAct as Subcity’s main point of contact with the SRCRepresent Subcity at campus events such as Welcome WeekSupport outreach and collaboration amongst the student population and beyondOversee the station’s budget and liaise with the SRC Finance team to ensure financial processes are followed end accurate spending records maintainedDiversity & InclusionFoster an inclusive, welcoming space for students of all backgroundsPromote diverse programming that reflects the range of voices at the University and beyondRequirementsYou must be a current University of Glasgow student (UG or PGT/PGR)Strong organisational and time-management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA collaborative and proactive leadership styleCommitment to inclusivity and representation in student mediaPrior involvement with Subcity Radio or other student-led/media projectsExperience managing teams, budgets, or eventsAwareness of media-related legal and regulatory mattersFamiliarity with audio equipment or broadcast technology (training can be provided)Deadline:Tuesday 27th May at 4pmInterviews:Early June 2025Start Date:Handover in Summer 2025 (exact date TBC)Joint applications are welcome, and applicants may also be considered for the role on a job-share basis. If applying jointly, each applicant should submit a separate application form and indicate this in Section 1. #J-18808-Ljbffr