Head of Community Engagement

Leeds University Union is looking for an inspiring Head of Community Engagement to lead a new department at the heart of its strategy. Bringing together student groups, community events and programmes, and student voice and organising, you will unite three teams around a clear vision and help students connect, lead and make change happen. This is an opportunity for a transformational leader who can turn strategy into delivery, build trusted partnerships and create impact for more than 38,000 students. You do not need to come from a students'' union, but you will need to understand the power of community and member-led organisations. About the role This is a brand new department and a brand new role. We are looking for a leader who can set the vision, outcomes and priorities for LUU''s new Community Engagement department, bringing three teams together as one connected and high-performing service. Key duties will include: Providing strategic leadership across 370+ student groups, community events and programmes, student voice and organising, student leadership, sport and physical activity. Building influential partnerships across the University of Leeds, accommodation providers, city partners, sector bodies and the wider community. Ensuring activity is inclusive, affordable, safe and evidence-led, providing confident oversight of budgets, safeguarding, health and safety, freedom of expression and a varied risk portfolio. This is a full-time, permanent role based at Leeds ..... full job details .....