Campaigns & Democracy Assistant
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We are looking for a proactive and organised Campaigns & Democracy Assistant to join our Student Influence team on a part-time, fixed-term basis until July 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a current student who is passionate about student voice, democratic engagement and creating positive change within the University community.
As a Campaigns & Democracy Assistant, you will provide essential administrative and practical support to help deliver the Union’s democratic processes, campaigns and student engagement activities. You will work closely with the Senior Democracy Coordinator, campaign groups and elected Executive Officers to ensure students can effectively engage with the Union’s democratic structures and campaigning opportunities.
About You
To succeed as a Campaigns & Democracy Assistant, you will be highly organised, reliable and enthusiastic about supporting student engagement. You will be comfortable managing administrative tasks while also providing practical support for events and projects.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Good attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
* Confidence using Microsoft Office and online systems.
* A commitment to student representation, inclusion and positive change.
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
As a Campaigns & Democracy Assistant, you will gain valuable experience supporting democratic processes, campaigning initiatives and student leadership programmes while making a meaningful contribution to the student experience at the University of Manchester.
If you are motivated by creating positive change and want to help students have their voices heard, we’d love to hear from you.
Please read the full role profile before applying, as well as our guide to recruitment.
Details
Hours: approximately 10 hours per week
Eligibility: Open to applicants with relevant skills and experience who are eligible to work in the UK and a current student at either UoM, MMU or UoS graduating in 2027 or later.
Recruitment Timeline
Applications opened: 01/07/2026
Applications close: 27/07/2026 23:59 pm
Interviews: 17/08/2026
Role Commencing: 01/09/2026
We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Once the vacancy has closed, we’re unable to accept late applications to ensure a fair process for all candidates.
Once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to make any further changes. Please ensure you are happy with your responses before submitting.
Details
Company: University of Manchester Students' Union
Location: Oxford Road, Manchester
Contract: Zero Hours
Wage: £13.45 per hour + holiday pay
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