Uni Connect Outreach Officer

University of Huddersfield • Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom • £32.36k - £39.13k / year • 2d ago

Marketing, Communications & Student Recruitment
£32,363 - £39,132 per annum, pro rata
Fixed term ending 31st July 2026
22.2 hours per week

An excellent opportunity exists for a proactive individual with strong communication skills, including the ability to engage with a wide range of individuals and agencies, and deliver formal presentations.

As Uni Connect Outreach Officer, you will contribute to the delivery of the Uni Connect programme, a government-funded initiative delivered in the West Yorkshire region by Go Higher West Yorkshire (GHWY). You will be employed by and based at the University of Huddersfield, one of GHWY’s Higher Education (HE) Partners.

Educated to degree level or equivalent, you will have an aptitude for achieving results through liaison, collaboration, and negotiation. You will have experience of events administration and/or management, alongside strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and effective IT skills.

The ability to travel efficiently to various locations is essential, and the role requires a flexible approach to working hours.

We offer an excellent employment package including hybrid working, blending a mix of remote and on-campus working (dependent on work duties).

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Regular status checks may also be required, depending on your role.

The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Gold Award holder and Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further or have any questions about the role, please contact Julie Pink via email j.m.pink@hud.ac.uk

For further details about this post and to make an application, please visit: http://hud.ac/u11

Closing date: 09 October 2025.

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