Student Experience Officer Sheffield
Job description
Are you interested in working for a world top 100 University?
The Department of Sociological Studies has a major international reputation for excellence in research and teaching across Sociology, Social Policy, Social Work and Digital Media, achieving high levels of cross-fertilisation between these disciplines. It is committed to understanding society and social change, and to research and teaching that improves people's lives, especially those of the most vulnerable. We are proud to be one of the top social science research departments in the UK, with an international reputation for excellence in research and teaching across Sociology, Social Policy, Social Work and is developing a similar reputation in the field of Digital Society.
As Student Experience Officer, you will co-ordinate all aspects of student engagement within the Department at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. This will include managing the student welfare support function and coordinating initiatives and mechanisms aimed at enhancing the student voice.
The role will require an adaptable, enthusiastic and forward-thinking approach with excellent communication and organisational skills, strong IT skills and an ability to work collaboratively with administrative and academic staff. We are looking for candidates who will have a real commitment to the role and work methodically with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You will have the ability to prioritise your own workload and have a good track record of being able to work on your own initiative.
You will be educated to degree level standard (or possess equivalent experience) with previous administrative experience, ideally working in a higher education environment or large organisation.
We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.
We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.
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