Undeb Aberystwyth President (Full-time Officer)
Are you a student about to graduate or thinking about taking a year out of your studies. Why not run to be an Undeb Aberystwyth Full-Time Officer. Represent 8000 students in Aberystwyth and all students nationally and work for an inclusive and ever adapting work team. Work in a flexible role where you can control the direction you take it and gain some incredible experience for whatever you wish to pursue in your future career.
The Role:
The President is the public voice of the Students’ Union and Aberystwyth students. They work with the Full-time Officer team by regularly reviewing key student issues as well as representational and political campaigns in line with the needs of student at Aberystwyth University.
They are the lead representative for Aberystwyth University students, sitting on various senior committees and meeting with key individuals regularly to ensure a strong relationship between the Union, University and wider community. They are also responsible for ensuring the Union is represented on a national scale by acting as a main point of contact for NUS and NUS Wales.
As Chair of the Trustee Board they will work closely with the Union’s Chief Executive to ensure deliver of the Union’s strategic aims, that policies are adhered to and decisions are taken considering
the values of its members. Finally, they are the public face of the Union issuing press statements, conducting interviews and responding to any complaints and feedback from members. The role is challenging, rewarding and no two days are the same.
Hours: 35
Salary: £23,400 in accordance with the Living Wage
For this role, you will need to run in the Undeb Aberystwyth Elections. There will be a Candidates Briefing on the 24th February at 17:30 in the Undeb Picturehouse with everything you need to know. Why not attend our SU Election: Information Sessions for the best top tips for Election Campaign. Find out more here.
Standing: 27th January – 24th February at 12:00.
Voting Week: 10:00 17th March – 12:00 21st March.
Results: 18:00 21st March in the SU Main Room.
For more information about this role, please email studentunionelections@aber.ac.uk
Welsh Culture and UMCA President (Full-time Officer)
Are you a student about to graduate or thinking about taking a year out of your studies. Why not run to be an Undeb Aberystwyth Full-Time Officer. Represent
8000 students in Aberystwyth and all students nationally and work for an inclusive and ever adapting work team. Work in a flexible role where you can control the direction you take it and gain some incredible experience for whatever you wish to pursue in your future career.
The Role:
The Welsh Culture Officer and UMCA President is the student voice for Welsh culture and Welsh language students in Aberystwyth. They ensure representation of Welsh culture and language at Aberystwyth University. They meet regularly with key individuals and relevant departments to further the needs of Welsh speakers and learners.
Coordinating a range of events, activities and campaigns they ensure the interests of Welsh speakers and learners are listened to and furthered. There is always plenty to do with role, whether its arranging Welsh lessons, campaigning, promoting the language or ensuring bilingualism policies are up to date.
As UMCA President you are expected to protect and campaign on the rights of Welsh language students and learners in the University as well as lead on many of the regular UMCA events held throughout the year, from Freshers Week to Nefi Blw Week.
Hours: 35
Salary: £23,400 in accordance with the Living Wage
For this role, you will need to run in the Undeb Aberystwyth Elections. There will be a Candidates Briefing on the 24th February at 17:30 in the Undeb Picturehouse with everything you need to know. Why not attend our SU Election: Information Sessions for the best top tips for Election Campaign. Find out more here.
Standing: 27th January – 24th February at 12:00.
Voting Week: 10:00 17th March – 12:00 21st March.
Results: 18:00 21st March in the SU Main Room.
For more information about this role, please email studentunionelections@aber.ac.uk
Academic Affairs Officer (Full-time Officer)
Are you a student about to graduate or thinking about taking a year out of your studies. Why not run to be an Undeb Aberystwyth Full-Time Officer. Represent 8000 students in Aberystwyth and all students nationally and work for an inclusive and ever adapting work team. Work in a flexible role where you can control the direction you take it and gain some incredible experience for whatever you wish to pursue in your future career.
The Role:
The Academic Affairs Officer is the student voice for all things academic. They ensure representation of students on matters relating to academic affairs including the interests of international and postgraduate students as well as key topics such as widening participation, assessment and feedback or teaching
and learning. They have regular contact with Academic and Institute Representatives whether in person, by email or by using social media to better understand students views and needs.
Working with staff they help coordinate a range of events, activities and campaigns designed to engage students in and improve their academic experience. Some examples of these include chairing the Academic Forum, reviewing Academic Rep Training, organising Undeb Aberystwyth Teaching Awards, searching for a University Challenge team and most importantly lobbying the University to change things that they think are important to students.
Finally, they have a role in the University’s management structures sitting on various committees and meeting with key individuals and relevant departments to further the academic experience.
Hours: 35
Salary: £23,400 in accordance with the Living Wage
For this role, you will need to run in the Undeb Aberystwyth Elections. There will be a Candidates Briefing on the 24th February at 17:30 in the Undeb Picturehouse with everything you need to know. Why not attend our SU Election: Information Sessions for the best top tips for Election Campaign. Find out more here.
Standing: 27th January – 24th February at 12:00.
Voting Week: 10:00 17th March – 12:00 21st March.
Results: 18:00 21st March in the SU Main Room.
For more information about this role, please email studentunionelections@aber.ac.uk
Wellbeing Officer (Full-time Officer)
Are you a student about to graduate or thinking about taking a year out of your studies. Why not run to be an Undeb Aberystwyth Full-Time Officer. Represent 8000 students in Aberystwyth and all students nationally and work for an inclusive and ever adapting work team. Work in a flexible role where you can control the direction you take it and gain some incredible experience for whatever you wish to pursue in your future career.
The Role:
The Wellbeing Officer is the voice for student wellbeing and liberation. They ensure representation on matters relating to student wellbeing including student support, welfare, equality and diversity. The role covers a wide range of topics including accommodation, financial support and both physical and mental health. They will build a network of regular contacts including Part-time Officers, societies and key contacts in the University and local community.
Working with staff they help coordinate a range of events, activities and campaigns designed to ensure students are
supported during their studies while improving their wellbeing. Some examples of these include chairing the Wellbeing Forum, supporting the Union’s Housing Fair, representing the interests of students to various groups from the local Health Board to the National Assembly and most importantly lobbying the University to change things that they think are important to students.
Finally, they meet regularly with key individuals, relevant departments and community organisations to further the development of student wellbeing.
Hours: 35
Salary: £23,400 in accordance with the Living Wage
For this role, you will need to run in the Undeb Aberystwyth Elections. There will be a Candidates Briefing on the 24th February at 17:30 in the Undeb Picturehouse with everything you need to know. Why not attend our SU Election: Information Sessions for the best top tips for Election Campaign. Find out more here.
Standing: 27th January – 24th February at 12:00.
Voting Week: 10:00 17th March – 12:00 21st March.
Results: 18:00 21st March in the SU Main Room.
For more information about this role, please email studentunionelections@aber.ac.uk
Student Opportunities Officer (Full-time Officer)
Are you a student about to graduate or thinking about taking a year out of your studies. Why not run to be an Undeb Aberystwyth Full-Time Officer. Represent 8000 students in Aberystwyth and all students nationally and work for an inclusive and ever adapting work team. Work in a flexible role where you can control the direction you take it and gain some incredible experience for whatever you wish to pursue in your future career.
The Role:
The Student Opportunities Officer is the student voice for sports, societies and volunteering opportunities. They ensure representation of students on matters relating to sports, societies, volunteering and employability within the Union and University. They maintain regular contact with club and society committees whether in person, by email or by using social media to better understand students views and needs.
Working with staff they will help coordinate a range of events, activities and campaigns designed to increase involvement and ensure that there are thriving student-led activities in the Union. Some examples of these include chairing the Sports and Societies Forum, supporting Pre-Freshers Week, RAG Month, Varsity, Superteams and Aber 7’s.
Finally, they meet regularly with key individuals and relevant departments to further the development of clubs,
societies, volunteering and student employability at Aberystwyth University.
Hours: 35
Salary: £23,400 in accordance with the Living Wage
For this role, you will need to run in the Undeb Aberystwyth Elections. There will be a Candidates Briefing on the 24th February at 17:30 in the Undeb Picturehouse with everything you need to know. Why not attend our SU Election: Information Sessions for the best top tips for Election Campaign. Find out more here.
Standing: 27th January – 24th February at 12:00.
Voting Week: 10:00 17th March – 12:00 21st March.
Results: 18:00 21st March in the SU Main Room.
For more information about this role, please email studentunionelections@aber.ac.uk
Volunteer Officers
Volunteering can offer you a valuable alternative to traditional employment, providing an opportunity for hands-on experience that not only enhances your employability, but also offers you the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and knowledge while supporting others and the environment.
Each Volunteer Officer has a specific responsibility, and some may represent specific groups of students. Therefore, only students who define into these
specific groups can stand or vote for that position. For example, only students who self-define as disabled can stand or vote for the Disabled Students' Officer role.
These roles are voluntary, and the successful candidate will carry out the role alongside their studies. All elected officers will be provided with training, support and guidance to carry out the role and make their objectives a reality.
The Roles:
- Union Chairperson
- Environment and Sustainability Officer
- Welsh Language Officer
- LGBTQ+ Students Officer
- Women’s Officer
- Disabled Students Officer
- Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Students Officer
- International Students Officer
- Mature Students Officer
- Postgraduate Students Officer
- Trans and GNC Student Officer
- Faculty of Humanities Officer
- Faculty of Science Officer
Find out more about these roles here.
We are looking for enthusiastic and positive individuals to join our team!
This is an exciting time to join a fun and ambitious Students Union and to become part of our friendly Undeb Aberystwyth family. We work to ensure that Aber students love student life and have a number of organisational achievements:
- NUS Employee Engagement All Stars (for employee satisfaction) 2023
- What Uni Student Choice Awards Winner for Student Life 2023
- Excellent in SOS Green Impact 2023
- 42% of students are in a Students’ Union Club or Society
- NUS recognition for our cost of living, sexual health campaign and student engagement events - 2022
- 2022 winner NUS Wales Staff Member aand Campaign of the year
- Achieved Leading Employer status with Chwarae Teg and Gender Equality Champion award winner 2020
- 2018 NUS Wales Student Opportunities award winner
- 2018 NUS People Award winner
- Completion of NUS Quality Students’ Unions in 2019 with excellent and very good outcomes
- We are signed up to the Mindful Employment Charter and the Halo Hair code
We offer flexible working, generous leave entitlement, an independent employee assistance programme, lots of opportunity to develop and learn, opportunities to attend conferences and seek out best practice and encourage staff wellbeing by enabling staff to use 2 hours a week of work time for wellbeing activity
To apply for any SU role please send a completed application form to ceostaff@aber.ac.uk by the listed closing date.
Data protection: Please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Are you a current student? If we have no vacancies at present or a particular role doesn’t fit with what you’re looking for, there are other avenues to explore.
Volunteering can offer you a valuable alternative to traditional employment, providing an opportunity for hands-on experience that not only enhances your employability, but also offers you the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and knowledge while supporting others and the environment.
We also recommend accessing the University Careers Service. They can help develop your job application skills, CV writing, interview and presentation preparation and overall general advice on the recruitment process.
WHY WORK FOR US?
In our recent Employee Engagement Survey (delivered by an external independent company):
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100% of staff said that they would recommend this organisation as a good place to work
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100% of staff said that their manager trusted and respected them.
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100% of staff said they understand the Students’ Union’s immediate priorities and where the organisation is going
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100% of staff said that the Students’ Union cared about our employees
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Our workplace champions the right of staff to embrace all Afro-hairstyles. We acknowledge that Afro-textured hair is an important part of our Black employees’ racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious identities, and requires specific styling for hair health and maintenance.
We celebrate Afro-textured hair worn in all styles including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps.
In this workplace, we recognise and celebrate our colleagues’ identities. We are a community built on an ethos of equality and respect where hair texture and style have no bearing on an employee’s ability to succeed.
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