Apple-converted-space"> Our charitable mission is to enrich students’ lives, the community in which they live and the University of Surrey by creating the changes they want and to enable them to achieve their ambitions. We represent approximately 16,000 students on every level of their University experience, led by a team of elected student representatives and a dynamic staff team. We take pride in the outcomes we achieve for our members, and are currently ranked 5th best Students’ Union in the country in the National Student Survey. We strive to be an employer of choice, where staff enjoy working in a varied and flexible environment. Culturally we foster inclusivity, openness and a friendly workplace where all employees are valued and understand the contribution they make to the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Under the leadership of the Vice President Activity, the Union’s Activity Zone oversees the provision of student activity at the Union with the key goal of making sure all students have access to activity outside of their academic studies, regardless of their background or ability. The Activity Zone also empowers students to take the lead, running their club and society committees and starting new groups to meet the changing needs and expectations of students. The Activity Zone organises and facilitates key Union events and volunteering initiatives that contribute to a sense of belonging on campus, in partnership with the Head of Commercial Operations, Vice President Community, and the wider Community Zone team.

The Activities and Belonging Coordinator is part of the Activity Zone and works under the leadership of the Student Activities Manager. The role is responsible for coordinating the Zone’s contribution to the Union’s key showcase activities and events which contribute to students’ sense of belonging at Surrey. The Activities and Belonging Coordinator will also be the key contact for the Students’ Union’s Community Hub – which provides students with the opportunity to donate and purchase second hand items in a sustainable community venue on campus. The role will work closely with Union staff and elected student leadership in the Activity Zone to ensure that student led events are engaging, accessible, well organised and delivered within budget. The role holder will also work closely with the Vice President Community and wider Commercial Team on the organisation of key showcase belonging events throughout the year, such as our student welcome events, cultural celebrations, and sustainability activities.

Through the leadership of the Student Activities Manager, the Activities and Belonging Coordinator will also work closely as part of the team with the Student Activities Coordinator to ensure there is adequate infrastructure and support for student activities within the Union. The role holder will work with the Student Activities Manager and student leadership to ensure the Union excels in its student activities and belonging provision, so that all students can benefit from participation during their time at Surrey.

Key Responsibilities

To coordinate student activity and belonging initiatives within the Union, including their organisation, administration and communication, working closely with key stakeholders including the Student Activities Manager, Vice President Activity, Student Activities Coordinator, Vice President Community, Head of Commercial Operations, Team Surrey colleagues and the wider Union team. To be the lead coordinating member of staff for the Community Hub initiative.

This includes but is not limited to:

Working closely with the Student Activities Manager and student leadership in the Activity Zone to coordinate Belonging events and initiatives within the Zone, ensuring that the Zone is delivering engaging student activities and events throughout the year.
To coordinate the Community Hub on campus, liaising with student staff who are operating the Hub and ensuring it can operate efficiently and maintain a sustainable provision for students.
To work closely with the Vice President Community, Head of Commercial Operations and wider Community Zone team on the coordination of key showcase events that promote student belonging at Surrey, including Freshers’ Fair, , International Week, annual awards and celebrations.
To facilitate regular opportunities for student leaders to host engaging outreach events and opportunities at the Union and on the wider campus, promoting a sense of belonging and community, working with University Hive colleagues to coordinate efforts where required.
Under the leadership of the Student Activities Manager and alongside the wider Activity Zone team, ensure that all activity overseen or delivered by the Activity Zone adheres to all necessary legislation, Union and University regulations and policies, with a particular focus on ensuring that members can participate safely, and that student activity is accessible to all.
Work closely with student leadership and with Union Communications to inform students of activities, belonging events, the Community Hub and other initiatives over the course of the year, with engaging and timely content.
To work alongside the Activity Zone team and the Head of People and Representation on the development of the Destination Success student training programme, providing organisational support to the programme.
As part of the wider Activity Zone team, ensure that the Students’ Union responds to student data and trends in relation to student activity by responding to Student Life Pulse survey outcomes and other relevant research so that the Union ensures it is delivering an activity provision that students want and need.
To keep accurate records, in line with GDPR requirements, to enable student leadership to report up to date and relevant information to the Union’s Board of Trustees, Union Forum and relevant Zone meetings.
To contribute to training and information delivered to student committee members, working as part of the team to ensure this is up to date and delivered in a professional and engaging manner.

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