Engagement Representation Assistant

Do you want to work at Scotland's number one Student Union? Looking for work that will be rewarding, exciting and gives something back to your fellow Strathclyders? Here at Strath Union we're looking to recruit student staff for all areas of our services in the heart of the Campus for academic year 2024/25 and would love to have you onboard.,

• Assist the VP Education and representation staff in supporting the academic representation system at Strathclyde, including communications and administrative functions.


• Provide admin support with maintaining data records including updating the reps database.


• Communicate directly with reps and assist in handling queries via email and in person.


• Collaborate with team members to improve the support and development of reps including the planning and delivery of training and community building events.


• Support Strath Union Exec Officers with research and insights into relevant academic issues including identification of common themes across departments and faculties., In the application form you will be asked to upload a CV. See the University Careers Service for support putting a CV together


• If you need to apply in a different way please contact tally.kerr@strath.ac.uk


• We will respond to your application by the 30th August.


2. Interview

• Interviews will be taking place towards the end of the week of the 2nd September.


• All interview questions will be competency based.


• See the University Career Service's guidance on interviews and group assessments.
  
  We are looking for students who enjoy working in a busy, fast paced environment and have great communication and customer service skills or the desire to learn and develop these., Essential


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Strong admin and data management skills


• Experience of working as part of a team


• Ability to work independently and using initiative


• Commitment to equal opportunities


Desirable

• Experience of student representation


• Knowledge and understanding of relevant academic issues
  
  We are a real living wage employer with a current rate of £12 per hour and great flexibility to fit in with your studies.