Student Casual - Community Ambassador - WM Net Zero - College of Medicine and Health - Grade 5 - 906624 chez The University of Birmingham

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

Casual contract from: TBC

Advert closing date: Friday 31^st October, 2025 at 23:59PM.

Number of positions available: 1

Please note that this vacancy may be taken down early depending on the number of applications received. We advise you to submit your application promptly.

Our offer to you

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The University of Birmingham is proud to have been a part of the City of Birmingham and the wider region for over 100 years, and we are equally proud to be recognised as a leading global university.  We want to attract talented people from across the city and beyond, support them to succeed, and celebrate their success.

We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate.  We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.

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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. This is an ideal opportunity 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 ([email protected]) 

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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.

The University of Birmingham restricts all students to working up to 20 hours per week during term time. If your application is successful and your course does not follow the usual academic term timetable (e.g.  PGT, PGR or PhD student), you and your supervisor must formally agree vacation periods if this role exceeds 20 hours per week. In addition to this, please be aware if you are an International student you will be required to apply to the Registry for the appropriate Authorised Absence. 

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.

To work you will need to carry out a right to work check. These checks will need to be completed prior to work commencing.