Strand Open Day - 14th October

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to make a positive impact on our campus and community? We are seeking enthusiastic and sociable students to join our team as Sustainability Student Ambassadors. In this role, you will play a crucial part in promoting sustainability initiatives, engaging with fellow students and driving a culture of ?making change together? at King?s. 

This position is for a two-week period during Welcome to King?s (9-20 September 2024). Tasks include leading King?s Climate & Sustainability?s presence at Welcome Hubs and Fairs, assisting with events and presenting KCS at faculty inductions.  

Required availability for dates:  

Training scheduled for 3 September 11am-2pm (in person) 

Requirement to be available in person during Welcome to King?s (9-20 September, main activities 16-20 September)  

Flexible hours (minimum commitment 7 hours) 

Key responsibilities: 

Promotion and advocacy: Act as a representative of the university?s sustainability initiatives. Promote awareness and participation in sustainability programmes, events and campaigns through various channels, including welcome hubs, campus events and peer-to-peer interactions. 

Event coordination (e.g. climate cafe): Assist in planning, organising and executing sustainability-related events, workshops and campaigns. Ensure these events run smoothly and effectively engage the student body. 

Collaboration: Work closely with the KCS team and other relevant groups to amplify the impact of sustainability initiatives. 

Communication: Utilise excellent communication skills to increase engagement with KCS. Develop and distribute promotional materials. 

Feedback and reporting: Track attendance and collect and report feedback from students.  

Benefits: 

Gain valuable experience in sustainability advocacy. 

Develop leadership and communication skills. 

Network with like-minded peers, faculty and sustainability professionals. 

Make a meaningful impact on your campus and community. 

Currently enrolled as a student at King?s. 

In good academic standing. 

Previous experience in sustainability efforts or related extracurricular activities is preferred but not required. 

Sociable and outgoing: Must be friendly, approachable, and capable of engaging with a diverse student population. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for building relationships and promoting sustainability initiatives. 

Effective communication skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, especially verbally. Experience in public speaking is a plus. 

Passion for sustainability: A genuine interest in environmental issues and a commitment to promoting sustainable practices. Previous involvement in sustainability initiatives or related coursework is highly desirable. 

Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Strong organisational and time-management skills are necessary for coordinating events and activities. 

Team player: Willingness to collaborate with others and contribute to a positive team environment. Ability to work independently and take initiative when needed. 

Main purpose:

• To support the Communications and Engagement Officer in achieving CSB comms strategy objectives
• To develop personal goals and gain experience where wanted/ needed

BA

BA in liberal arts

Student Guide - Conduct tours of Queen's Sport facilities and represent Queen's Sport at Pre- Semester Events

GCSE - Maths and English

Communications - Face to Face, Customer Relations, Diligent, Hard working, Team worker, approachable