Student Life Officer - Community Engagement and Partnerships

University of East London

Student Services

University of East London

We’re the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Student Life

The Student Life team at the University of East London sits within the Student Services Directorate. 

Student Life aims to empower students to learn, explore, and grow; inspiring students to create a robust and proactive vision of who they are, what they love, and where they want to go in service of their own futures and that of their communities. 

Our mission is to create exceptional introductory experiences, provide compassionate advising, generate thoughtful co- and extracurricular programming and resources, and develop purpose-driven community embedded opportunities that enhance student engagement, support personal and professional development, support retention, and that drive a sense of belonging.

About the Job

This role, reporting to the Head of Student Life, is responsible for building and strengthening the university's connections with community partners to support the personal and professional development of our students. You will create opportunities for students through strategic partnerships, address service provision gaps, deliver sector-leading practices, and support avenues for social prescribing.

• Identify and establish partnerships with local, national, and international organisations to expand resources and opportunities for students.
• Collaborate with community partners to develop and deliver workshops, events, and programs.
• Design and implement community engagement initiatives supporting student well-being, skill development, and academic success.
• Connect students with community resources and activities that enhance their social networks and support systems.
• Promote opportunities for social prescribing, linking students to non-clinical services.
• Elevate the university's profile by showcasing achievements and pursuing benchmark awards.
• Develop and implement frameworks for assessing the impact of community engagement initiatives.

About You

We are looking for a forward-thinking, innovative, curious, high-energy, and self-aware individual passionate about making a positive difference. You will thrive in an inclusive and diverse university community that is "never not moving forwards".

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Social Work, Community Development).
• Proven experience in community engagement and partnership development.
• Track record of successful community-based initiatives.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Experience with impact and evaluation assessments.
• Proven established working relationships with community organisations, local councils, and charities throughout London and the UK.

Desirable Criteria

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in a higher education environment.
• Knowledge of social prescribing and its application in a university setting.
• Familiarity with the local community and its resources.
• Experience in securing funding or grants for community-based projects.
• Membership in the Public Engagement Professionals Network.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here.

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity achievements, including: zero gender pay gap, members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and commit to success, we want you to apply today!

To apply, you will need to complete an application form and attach your CV.  

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.