Student Casual - Community Ambassador WM Net Zero - College of Medicine and Health
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Position Details
* School or Department: College of Medicine and Health
* Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
* Grade/Band: Grade 5
* Hourly rate: £16.29 per hour plus holiday entitlement
* Contract: Casual, start date TBC
* Closing date: Friday 31st October 2025 at 23:59 PM
* Number of positions: 1
Role Summary
We are seeking Community Ambassadors to support the WM‑Net Zero Indoor Air Quality project in Brockmoor. This initiative is part of a wider programme tackling climate change and improving public health through better understanding of indoor air quality in homes. As a Community Ambassador, you will help raise awareness of the project locally, support the recruitment of residents into the study, and contribute to the delivery of community engagement activities. The role is ideal for someone who is locally connected, interested in health or environmental issues, and confident engaging with a wide range of people.
Main Duties
* Act as a local point of contact for the WM‑Net Zero project in Brockmoor.
* Support the recruitment of local residents to participate in the Indoor Air Quality study.
* Promote the project through informal conversations, community groups, local events, and social media.
* Assist with the organisation and delivery of engagement activities, including drop‑ins, workshops and public events.
* Gather informal feedback from residents and share insights with the project team.
* Ensure that engagement activities are inclusive and representative of the local community.
Person Specification
Essential
* Strong and demonstrable connections to the wider Dudley area.
* Confident and approachable communicator, comfortable engaging with diverse audiences.
* Interest in public health, housing, environmental issues or climate action.
* Reliable, self‑motivated and able to manage tasks independently.
* Willing to contribute a small number of hours each month, including occasional evening or weekend activities.
* Ability to work collaboratively with other Community Ambassadors and the wider project team.
Desirable
* Experience supporting or participating in community projects, events or campaigns.
* Basic knowledge of issues relating to indoor air quality, sustainability or environmental justice.
* Confidence using digital tools such as email, WhatsApp or social media for local outreach.
Additional Information
Support and Benefits
* Full paid induction and training provided by the WM‑Net Zero team.
* Ongoing support and regular check‑ins throughout the duration of the role.
* Opportunities to develop skills in communication, public engagement and project delivery.
* Recognition for your contribution to a research initiative aiming to improve health and sustainability outcomes in your community.
You can learn more about the project here: https://wm-netzero.org.uk/iaq-brockmoor-homes/
For any informal queries, please contact wm-netzero@contacts.bham.ac.uk
We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.
To work you will need to carry out a right to work check. These checks will need to be completed prior to work commencing.
Eligibility: You are only eligible to apply to this role if you are a current University of Birmingham student. If you are not a University of Birmingham student your application will not be considered.
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