At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage students, advocate for change, and support community building at UWSU.
- Company: Join the University of Westminster Students' Union, a vibrant student-led organisation.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, employability support, team socials, and a fun work culture.
- Other info: Ideal for passionate individuals eager to support fellow students and enhance their community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on postgraduate student experiences and drive positive change.
- Qualifications: Must be a current student at the University of Westminster with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
Hours: 0 hour contract (up to 12hrs per week)
Location: Across Westminster campuses
Contract: September 2026 - July 2027
Job purpose
At UWSU we are committed to enabling transformative student experiences that are positive, inclusive, and with a welcoming culture that can be shared and celebrated by all. We want to create spaces and train leaders that support community building and change-making. Community Organisers work with student communities to enable them to address issues and lobby for change within the University. This role exists to ensure students’ voices are heard and acted on. It is a varied and exciting role in which you will develop leadership, facilitation and organisational skills.
Key responsibilities
- Engage students with the work of UWSU and Sabbatical Officers, actively seeking to involve students who have not previously interacted with the Union.
- Perform on-the-ground outreach, going into student spaces to build connections, gain insight and engage students with campaigns.
- Work with and champion the needs of their community, helping to shape SU policy and advocate for change within the University.
- Facilitate relevant Democratic Forums (student-led spaces, focused on change-making); COs will support students to identify and organise campaigns, elevate and report on the progress of actions assigned to stakeholders, and ensure correct Forum procedures are followed.
- Confidently support students in navigating democratic processes.
- Work with students, Sabbatical Officers and UWSU staff to progress campaigns selected by Democratic Forums.
- Have an understanding of charity law and its impact on student activism.
- Collaborate with other Community Organisers where relevant.
- Attend University Committee meetings where relevant.
The Postgraduate Community Organiser will also:
- Support the activity and events of the Postgraduate Society, helping to ensure there is a thriving PG community.
- Work alongside the Education Officer, College Community Organisers and College Coordinators, advocating for the needs of PG students.
- Support the development of the academic representation system, ensuring that it is effectively embedded in PG courses.
- Work with the Wellbeing Community Organiser to advocate for wellbeing provision that is accessible to, and meets the needs of, postgraduate students.
- Work with the Sport and Societies Community Organisers to boost postgraduate engagement in student groups.
Who would this role suit?
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about the PG experience, and supporting their fellow students to make positive change.
What is in it for me?
- Truly flexible working - you’ll never be asked to work over a lecture.
- Access to our employability support and development programme.
- Access to the employee assistance programme.
- Team socials and staff parties.
- Experience working in a varied and fast-paced environment.
- A fun working environment and great culture – you get to work with your fellow students!
Key areas we are looking for
We would love to see how you resonate with the below, so remember to include examples in your application; do not worry if you do not have any work experience, think of any other setting, such as home, university etc.
Qualifications & Expertise
- Must be a current student at the University of Westminster.
Skills, knowledge & expertise
- Have knowledge of, and experience within, the relevant student community.
- A confident communicator and able to build relationships with staff and students.
- Well organised and able to plan, deliver, and review projects effectively.
- A confident leader who can provide guidance to students.
- A creative thinker who can problem solve and overcome barriers.
- Able to clearly capture and convey information in writing.
Values & behaviours
- A belief in the importance of student-led change.
- A commitment to making democratic spaces inclusive and accessible to all students.
- An awareness of UWSU’s values and how to embody these through this role.
- A commitment to shape UWSU to meet the needs of students.
Contact Details:
University of Westminster Students' Union Recruitment Team
