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About Friends of Palestinian Universities
Friends of Palestinian Universities builds UK and international academic solidarity, partnership, and exchange with Palestinian higher education institutions facing systematic attack.
We work to support the resilience of Palestinian scholars and students, strengthen international cooperation, and uphold the principles of freedom, equity, and justice for the future of education in Palestine.
Position Overview
The Senior Programme Officer will support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Friends of Palestinian Universities’ advocacy and awareness, and building UK-Palestine higher education links programmes. This role involves working closely with the director, wider team, and partners, managing projects, and ensuring the effective delivery of initiatives aimed at mobilising support for Palestinian universities and raising awareness about the challenges faced by Palestinian students and educators.
The role requires excellent coordination, communication, and partnership-building skills, including supporting structured engagement with Palestinian higher education representatives through regular convening, briefings, and follow-up.
Key responsibilities
1. Building UK–Palestinian Academic Links
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Support the development and implementation of Friends of Palestinian Universities’ annual building links plan in line with programme and organisational goals.
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Support the design and delivery of partnerships and collaborative projects with Palestinian universities, including research, fellowships, and exchange initiatives.
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Liaise with partners in Palestine and the UK to map opportunities for meaningful and equitable cooperation.
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Create and maintain an accessible and up to date database of UK, Palestinian and international networks.
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Contribute to organising Friends of Palestinian Universities’ annual conference.
2. Advocacy & Awareness-Raising
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Support the development and implementation of Friends of Palestinian Universities’ annual advocacy & awareness plan in line with programme and organisational goals.
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Research and prepare public-facing resources (e.g. briefings, reports, speaker events) for academic, policy, and civil society audiences.
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Build relationships with UK-based higher education networks, staff unions, academic departments, and student societies.
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Contribute to organising Friends of Palestinian Universities’ Education, Occupation & Liberation programme of events.
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Support the Director and Palestinian partner representatives with research and briefings as necessary for public facing engagements.
3. Monitoring & Evaluation
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Work to achieve KPIs agreed in the annual work plan.
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Work with the Director to plan and evaluate programme strategy and delivery.
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Monitor programme impact and contribute to reporting for donors, Trustees, and partners.
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Produce quarterly reports on programme activities and outcomes for the Director and Board of Trustees.
4. Representation & Convening
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Represent Friends of Palestinian Universities in coalitions, conferences, and sector forums as appropriate and with the agreement of the Director.
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Facilitate spaces for Palestinian scholars, students, and advocates to share knowledge and shape agendas in line with their collective priorities.
5. General Support and Team Contribution
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Actively support and promote Friends of Palestinian Universities’ mission and values.
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Work as a part of a team and contribute to collective staff wellbeing. Adapt to the flexible working of a small organisation.
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Collaborate closely with the Friends of Palestinian Universities team on shared projects and organisational priorities.
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Follow Friends of Palestinian Universities’ policies and processes.
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Undertake administrative tasks as necessary for the effective implementation of the role.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
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Bachelor’s degree in Education, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
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Minimum of 1 year of experience in programme management or related field, preferably within the non-profit or education sector.
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Strong understanding of the contemporary social and political reality for Palestinians, awareness about the educational context in Palestine and the challenges faced by Palestinian students and educators.
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Demonstrated ability to coordinate collective initiatives with multiple partner institutions and maintain structured, professional communication with partners.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
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Strong organisational and administrative skills.
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to sustain and develop effective professional relationships.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
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Right to work in the UK.
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Fluency in Arabic.
Desirable
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Master’s degree in a relevant field
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Experience working with international partners and stakeholders.
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Experience convening working groups, committees, or multi-institutional collaborations.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit the following:
1. A cover letter outlining their qualifications and motivation for applying.
2. A current CV.
3. Contact information for two professional references.
Unfortunately, Friends of Palestinian Universities is unable to sponsor work visas. Candidates should be able to attend the office in London at least one day a week.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
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Community Events Coordinator
The Volunteering & Events team at KCLSU are looking for a Community Events Coordinator. To ensure that our students thrive and enjoy the best possible experience at King's College London, the focus of this role is to connect students through a diverse range of events across the academic year.
Partnering with over 300 KCLSU student groups, this role is one of two Community Events Coordinators who deliver:
- The KCLSU Community events programme; overseeing the successful delivery of Welcome & Social Connection Events (Freshers), Liberation Events and Faith & Culture Events.
- The KCLSU Reach events programme, which offers bespoke activities for students identified as harder-to-reach, such as postgraduates, online learners, or those who study at our Denmark Hill campus.
- KCLSU flagship events, such as the Welcome Fair and KCLSU Awards.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form and include a personal statement detailing how you meet the person specification.
To be eligible for this role, you must:
- Be eligible to work in the UK and provide proof of this (i.e. a passport or visa) when asked to by KCLSU. Please note that KCLSU is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
- Have a National Insurance number, or be in the process of applying for one.
- Not be a trustee of King's College London Students' Union.
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KCLSU is an independent charitable organisation that works to further the interests of approximately 36000 students at King's College London. Join us!
Do you live and breathe social media, love creating content and want to make a real difference to students’ lives?
We’re looking for a Communications & Digital Content Officer to help shape how students see, hear and experience their Students’ Union. You’ll be at the heart of our digital presence, leading our social media channels, creating impactful content and helping us tell powerful stories about our work, our campaigns and our amazing students.
This is a brilliant role for someone who’s confident with content creation, enjoys working across multiple projects, and wants to use their creativity to support a diverse student community.
What you’ll be doing
In this role, you will:
· Lead our social media channels – including Instagram, TikTok, X and LinkedIn – planning content, posting regularly and driving engagement.
· Create multimedia content – from short-form videos and Reels to graphics and photography – that brings our services, events and campaigns to life.
· Work with student content creators – briefing and supporting them to produce fun, relevant and inclusive content that reflects student voices.
· Support key campaigns and events – such as Freshers, elections, liberation campaigns and major SU events, making sure they are highly visible and well-promoted.
· Produce videos and digital stories – planning, scripting, filming and editing content for social media, presentations and marketing activity.
· Design digital and print materials – from posters and screens to social assets and email graphics, ensuring everything aligns with our brand.
· Create engaging copy – writing emails, newsletters, web content and posts tailored to different student audiences.
· Use insight and analytics – tracking performance through Google Analytics, CMS data and social media tools, and using this to improve what we do next.
You’ll be part of a supportive Communications Team, working closely with colleagues across the organisation to help us reach under-represented groups, champion student voice and increase participation in all that UWLSU offers.
Who we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you:
· Have experience managing multiple projects and deadlines.
· Are confident using social media platforms in a professional context.
· Can create or edit content using tools such as Adobe Suite, Canva, Capcut or similar.
· Enjoy writing clear, engaging copy tailored to different audiences.
· Are curious about analytics and keen to use data to inform your work.
· Have an eye for design and an understanding of branding.
· Are full of ideas, open to feedback and excited to try new things.
You don’t need to tick every box to apply. If you have the passion, creativity and willingness to learn, we’d still love to hear from you.
Why work for UWLSU?
At UWLSU, we’re proud to represent and support a culturally diverse, inclusive and ambitious student community. We are:
· Inclusive – we welcome and celebrate different perspectives.
· Collaborative – we work together with students and staff to make things happen.
· Informed & Innovative – we use insight and creativity to drive change.
· Committed & Empowering – we back our staff and students to do their best work.
You’ll join a friendly, supportive team where your ideas are valued, your development matters and your work has a direct impact on students’ lives
This exciting new role at the Green Party has been created to underpin the Party's work on equity, equality, diversity and inclusion. The EEDI & Culture Manager will act as an internal advisor and will aid the leadership in defining the Party's responsibilities in this area.
We are looking for someone with a high level of knowledge and experience relating to EEDI and culture. You will be familiar with relevant legislation and best practice. You will also have experience in leading development and change in organisations.
The EEDI & Culture Manager will be working with people across the organisation at all levels. This includes the leaders of the Party and governance bodies, employees and activists. They will have the opportunity to shape and influence the Green Party's approach to increasing diversity and help cultivate an inclusive, equal and equitable culture across the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
WHO ARE WE?
Part business, part charity, part membership body – students’ unions are all seriously fun places to work. They are organisations in their own right. Professionally run, but different. Professional teams support elected student leaders so as they make change, improve lives and fulfil potential, we help make it happen.
The Union of Brunel Students has a small but impactful staff team dedicated to serving the needs and interests of our members. Our size allows us to work closely together and make decisions quickly, while our passion for creating positive change means that every member of our team has an impact on helping us deliver our vision to ensure that every student thrives at Brunel.
We are one of more than 600 students’ unions across the country. And with more than 15,000 members, 150 clubs and societies, a huge range of services and a bold strategy, we’re one of the most exciting.
WHAT’S THE JOB?
As a Campaigns and Student Engagement Coordinator you will be a crucial part of our student voice team. In this role, you'll work closely with our elected officers, staff, and external organisations to facilitate, support, and monitor student-led campaigns, ensuring that every student thrives at Brunel. You will be the driving force behind campaign development, providing guidance, resources, and support to officers and student groups. You will lead on empowering our students and volunteers to improve the student experience at Brunel, and ensure that the impact we are having in this area is effectively monitored and reported upon.
WHO YOU ARE:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual who has a genuine passion for student advocacy and engagement.
As a key member of our team, you should possess a deep understanding of the Student Union environment. You will have exceptional organisational skills, enabling you to effectively manage your workload, prioritise tasks, and consistently meet deadlines. Essential attributes include a commitment to our organisation's values, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. You should also be self-motivated, self-reliant, and exhibit a flexible and adaptable approach to work, including availability for evenings and weekends when required.
WHY APPLY?
Because you’re excited by the challenge!
The exact opposite of corporate, we’re progressive, creative individuals working to make a difference in an unconventional workplace. In return for your passion and experience we offer a flexible work environment, a competitive salary and excellent holiday allowance.
We’re committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability status. We want to support a diverse and inclusive work environment and are actively looking for people who share our values.
BENEFITS
We offer a generous benefits package to reward our staff's hard work and commitment:
- Pension Scheme – statutory workplace pension scheme ‘NEST’.
- Generous holiday allowance - 25 days a year plus bank holidays. Additional days are given at Easter and Christmas in line with the University closure dates (usually about 5 additional days a year).
- Long service - 2 additional days leave will be given after 5 years continuous service
- TOTUM Card - All Union career staff are entitled to receive a TOTUM student discount card free of charge.
- Active@Brunel - Free membership to our social sports programme.
- On-site parking – Parking on campus at a low-cost rate.
- Flexible Working - The Union adopts a flexible working environment.
- The opportunity for some homeworking
- Personal Development - The Union is fully committed to investing in your future. If you are interested in a training programme which you feel would benefit you within your current position you can submit a training request via your line manager.
- Employee assistance programme
- Excellent sick pay
- Enhanced Paternity and Maternity leave after a years’ service
OUR VALUES
Our Values are an important factor in The Union of Brunel Students as they drive our decisions.
- Driven by You
- Open to All
- Passionately positive
- Integrity
APPLY
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday 1st December 2025
Interviews: w/c 15th December 2025
Start Date: To be discussed with the successful applicant
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.

