At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver exciting events that enhance student life and foster community.
- Company: Join the vibrant University of Sussex Students’ Union team.
- Benefits: Enjoy a nine-day-fortnight, extra leave, and funding for socials and development.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on student experiences and connect with diverse communities.
- Qualifications: Creative, organised, and enthusiastic individuals with event coordination skills.
The predicted salary is between 28972 - 28972 £ per year.
The University of Sussex Students’ Union is looking for a creative, organised and enthusiastic individual to become our Events Coordinator, helping deliver an exciting and inclusive programme of events that enriches student life. From cultural celebrations and liberation events to student-led activities and major Students’ Union projects, you will play a key role in creating experiences that help students connect, belong and thrive.
Working closely with students, elected officers, colleagues and external suppliers, you will help deliver events that are safe, engaging and memorable. You will work with the Events & Liberation Manager to develop, coordinate and deliver an annual programme of events and activities, and support the delivery of cultural, liberation and community-focused events throughout the year.
You will coordinate student-led events from initial planning through to successful delivery, manage the Students’ Union sound equipment and oversee the day-to-day operation of the Music Practice Room, and support and coordinate the Language Café programme, including managing the Language Café Supervisor. You will also maintain accurate records including risk assessments, event plans, supplier information and budgets, support major annual projects and campaigns, and identify training needs for student organisers, delivering training to help students run safe and successful events.
You will supervise and support student staff, including Events Crew, Events Administrators and the Language Café Supervisor.
We are looking for skilled, friendly and highly motivated people who share our values. With our vibrant environment and organisational culture, the Students’ Union is a dynamic workplace only a few places could match. Led by students, we are all about working with students to help them get the most out of their time here at the University of Sussex or Brighton and Sussex Medical School.
Working on Sussex Campus and for the SU has lots of perks: our staff receive one day off each fortnight as part of our nine-day-fortnight working trial, and access to enhanced time off, which normally amounts to an extra 6 days leave in addition to 20 days of annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. We also allocate funding for staff socials, learning and development opportunities for all our roles, and create a supportive workplace through regular 1-to-1s, an employee assistance programme and professional health services.
KEY INFORMATION
- Responsible to: Events & Liberation Manager
- Rate of pay: Grade 4.1 £28,972
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours of work: 36.5 hours per week (including evenings and weekends)
- Location: Falmer House, BN1 9QF
- 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.
KEY DATES
- Applications close: 10th August 2026 at 10 am.
- Interview dates: External applicants: 26th August 2026
- Start Date: As soon as possible
Events Coordinator employer: University of Sussex Students' Union
The University of Sussex Students' Union is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises inclusivity and student engagement. As the Head of Commercial Growth & Operations, you will have the opportunity to lead innovative projects, develop your leadership skills, and contribute to a sustainable future for our community. With a focus on employee growth and collaboration, this role provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic educational environment.
Contact Details:
University of Sussex Students' Union Recruitment Team
