Are you a recent University of Salford graduate with a passion to contribute towards a more sustainable future?
We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Graduate Sustainability Communications and Engagement Officer within the University's Central Sustainability Office, working in partnership with Salford Students' Union (Salford SU). The position is an opportunity to gain experience of working within a dynamic and impactful sustainability team delivering real change through the University Sustainability Strategy and Net Zero Carbon commitment.
To succeed in this role, you will be a self-motivated and enthusiastic person with a firm commitment to sustainability. Your knowledge of sustainability issues and your communication, networking and relationship skills will enable you to work collaboratively and motivate others to engage with our sustainability programmes.
Please note that this opportunity is only available to those who have graduated from the University of Salford within the past three years, in a sustainability or communications related subject. The estimated start date is 5 May 2026.
Key responsibilities
* Work with the Sustainability Engagement Officer and wider Sustainability Office to support the delivery of events and initiatives throughout the year to engage staff and students on environmental issues.
* Assist with communication to help raise awareness, educate and influence staff and students to make more sustainable choices.
* Support colleagues in the Sustainability Office and Salford SU to identify and build links with student groups and student volunteers.
* Work alongside student volunteers to deliver successful events and activities.
A bit about the Sustainability Office
At the University of Salford we recognise the climate and biological crises and that climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing our society across the globe. As a higher education provider we have a major role to play in enabling our students and staff to respond positively to global challenges through their study, work and life. Our vision is that by embedding sustainability in all aspects of University life, we will enable our University community to create impactful positive change for society and environment. We want to be a sustainable university and make sure it is a central part of our story.
The Sustainability Office has responsibility for the holistic sustainability strategy and works with teams across the whole University to enable and embed sustainability.
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
* An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more
* Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
* Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
* Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
* Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
* Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links including Salford Crescent train station means we're easy to get to
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