Sustainability Assistant
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Are you passionate about sustainability and empowering students to create positive change? Join Manchester Students’ Union as our Sustainability Assistant and help support student-led projects, campaigns and initiatives that contribute to a fairer and more sustainable future.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Sustainability Assistant to join our Student Influence team. This exciting role will support students, student groups and elected officers to develop and deliver sustainability initiatives across the University and Students’ Union. As a Sustainability Assistant, you will help connect existing sustainability projects with new student ideas, ensuring students have the support, resources and opportunities they need to make an impact.
The Sustainability Assistant will provide practical support to student-led projects, including identifying funding opportunities, booking rooms and spaces, connecting students with key university contacts and promoting activities through Students’ Union and University communication channels. You will play an important role in helping students overcome barriers and ensuring sustainability initiatives are visible, accessible and successful.
Working closely with the Executive Officer team, the Sustainability Assistant will support the development and evaluation of sustainability campaigns and projects, helping to share best practice and strengthen sustainability activity across the institution. You will also contribute to partnerships with Students’ Unions across Manchester and external organisations, including Manchester City Council where appropriate.
A key aspect of the role involves building strong working relationships with the University of Manchester’s Environmental Sustainability team. You will attend meetings, contribute student perspectives to university-wide sustainability discussions and support collaborative projects that bring together students and staff to drive meaningful change.
The role will also support the development of digital sustainability as an emerging area of work, helping to create campaigns and projects that engage students with sustainability through digital platforms and innovation.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
* Has experience supporting projects, campaigns, events or initiatives.
* Is passionate about sustainability and social impact.
* Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Can work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
* Shares our commitment to inclusion, transparency, continuous improvement and delivering an excellent student experience.
If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to help students shape a more sustainable future, 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 UoM, graduating in 2027 or later.
Applications opened: 01/07/2026
Applications close: 27/07/2026 23:59 pm
Interviews: 18/08/2026
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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