Job title: Student Leadership Officer
Department: Student Experience, Engagement & Retention (SEER)
Contract Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Grade: 6
Salary: £35,318.57 - £41,687.57 per annum
Location: Hybrid
Hours: 35
SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.

"IN YOUR VIEW, WHAT DOES STUDENT LEADERSHIP MEAN, AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO THE OVERALL STUDENT EXPERIENCE? PLEASE PROVIDE SPECIFIC EXAMPLES OR EXPERIENCES THAT HAVE SHAPED YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF STUDENT LEADERSHIP."

Maximum 400 words
Closing date: Monday 31st March – The vacancy may close sooner if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Interviews to be held: 23rd, 24th or 25th April

Empower Student Leaders - Play a pivotal role in developing our student community through peer mentoring and leadership programmes. You’ll recruit, train, and support students to lead initiatives that build confidence, develop skills, and foster a strong sense of belonging at SOAS.
Support Student Success - Monitor student engagement and attendance, ensuring students who may need additional support are identified and helped to thrive in higher education.
Champion Inclusive Initiatives - Collaborate with departments to enhance student retention and success. You’ll advise on best practices, implement improvements, and track the impact of student-led initiatives.
Lead with Purpose - From training student leaders to driving impactful projects, you’ll ensure our programmes are evaluated, improved, and aligned with SOAS’s commitment to inclusion and student success.
If you’re passionate about empowering students and creating positive change, we’d love to hear from you!
You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website.