Brunel Volunteers Co-ordinator - 16264

Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Are you passionate about community engagement, student development and creating opportunities that make a real difference? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can shape new ideas, build partnerships and influence positive change? If so, this role offers a genuinely exciting opportunity.

Brunel University London is seeking a driven and creative Brunel Volunteers Coordinator to lead the ongoing development of its volunteering service.

About the Role
This is an opportunity to play a key role in developing Brunel’s volunteering offer, building a vibrant culture of volunteering on campus while forging strong partnerships with local charities, schools, community groups and internal stakeholders.

As the Brunel Volunteers Coordinator, you will:

• Lead the development and delivery of a high-quality volunteering service aligned with the university’s strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships across the university and with organisations in the local community, expanding the range and quality of volunteering opportunities available to students.
• Develop and promote opportunities both on and off campus to include delivery of key events including volunteering fairs and community initiatives such as Junior Citizens.
• Run meaningful projects, like Students in Schools, connecting Brunel students with local classrooms and community settings.
• Produce reports, contribute to planning discussions and champion the role of volunteering within the university.

We are looking for someone who brings:

• A degree, and/or strong transferable skills such as communication and problem solving.
• An ability to self-manage and work on their own initiative.
• Experience in higher education, the voluntary sector, or a student focused environment.
• Confident relationship building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of partners.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of the employability agenda and the community/voluntary sector landscape.
• Competence using digital systems, databases, MS Office.
• Experience of promoting events and activities through social media.
• A proactive approach with enthusiasm for developing new ideas and supporting student growth.

Why Join Us?
You will join a highly motivated and forward-thinking Student Professional Development team, committed to delivering high impact experiences for students, in a role offering the scope to innovate and the opportunity to work closely with inspiring organisations and motivated students.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 22nd April 2026 [midnight].

Interviews to commence week of 4th May 2026.

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please click the 'Apply' buttton.

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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities; we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under-represented in our workforce.

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