Executive Assistant; Volunteer Services; in Troubled Times; HITT) Pr TLNT_NI

Position: Executive Assistant (Volunteer Services) - Home in Troubled Times (HITT) Pr TLNT1_NI
Location: Londonderry

Job Title:

Executive Assistant (Volunteer Services) - (Home in Troubled Times (HITT) Project) School:

School of Arts and Humanities / INCORE Campus:

Derry~Londonderry Salary:

Grade 5 - £28,778 per annum, pro rata Fixed-term until 16 September 2027 / Part-time, 0.5

FTE (18.25 hours per week) Closing Date:27 September 2026 Reference Number:043626 - ABOUT US
- We are a University with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland. Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE
- The postholder will be responsible for recruiting volunteers, managing an exciting volunteer programme and developing positive lasting relationships with young people and migrant communities, among others, using the CAIN archive as a source of inspiration and engagement as part of the Home in Troubled Times project. The postholder will play a crucial role in the success of the project objectives.

Whilst a background in the heritage sector isnt essential, a demonstrated interest and proven ability to work with diverse communities will be pivotal. Home in Troubled Times is made possible with the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to make this project a reality and explore new ways for digital archives to help us understand our contested interpretations of the past.

- ABOUT YOU - - You will have a good standard of literacy and numeracy as demonstrated by qualifications at GCSE grade C or higher (or equivalent), or by relevant work experience.

- You will have experience of providing good customer service or working with members of the public (paid or voluntary).

- You will have experience of planning and coordinating events, activities or community projects. Please find our employee benefits listed on our website. The School of Arts & Humanities holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality in higher education.

You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working. The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.