Project Officer

Job Description

We are looking for 6 exceptional students to join our Student Skills Development Team in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (AHSS). As part of a dedicated group of Student Assistants you will provide peer-to-peer support and training for Undergraduate and Postgraduate students to help develop and promote the student skills agenda. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, inspire, and innovate within a unique team designed ?for students by students: for academic, digital and career success?. These roles are a continuation of a growing initiative to transform the student learning experience through peer-led initiatives, creativity and community support. 

Your roles and responsibilities will include co-designing and delivering impactful learning experiences through workshops, 1-2-1s, drop ins, social media campaigns (with the support of a dedicated Marketing Coordinator to create engaging, relevant, and student-driven content designed to empower your fellow students to thrive academically, personally, and in their future professional careers.

The expectation is that this role will take approximately 10 hours per week but flexibility will be required to ensure the needs of the post can be met, as well as flexibility of hours worked being allowed to fit around your studies.

Our expectation is that interviews will take place W/C 23rd June 2025.

A summary of some specific skills needs:

Digital Skills

Leading on digital skills required for university, digital and AI literacies, and building real-world confidence in technology and software required to navigate learning and assessment, personal projects, and the digital skills required for the future workplace.

Suggested themes of content though not limited to: Canvas LMS & QUB Systems, responsible and ethical use of AI, Digital Tools as Study Aids, Office 365 Fundamentals (e.g. Email Inbox Management, Excel Basics), Digital communication, Cyber Security, Online Identity & Wellbeing, digital content creation

Employability/ Transversal Skills

Developing key skills required for future career success, including communication, teamwork, adaptability, and networking. Empowering students to grow personally and professionally to be ready for their future career.

Suggested themes of content, though not limited to: Leadership, Communication, AI in your Career, Digital Tools for Productivity and Project Management, Global Citizenship, Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Emotional Intelligence, Lifelong Learning, Career Planning, Financial Literacy, Networking, Adaptability, Entrepreneurship

Academic Skills

 Equipping students with the academic skills and literacies needed to succeed in university study, from navigating assessment formats to engaging critically with information. Supporting students to become independent, reflective learners capable of producing high-quality academic work and adapting to evolving expectations in higher education.

Suggested themes of content though not limited to: Transition skills for university, Responsible Use of AI in Humanities Education, Academic Writing, Reflection through blogging & vlogging, Critical Thinking, Research, Groupwork, AI Ethics and intellectual property, content creation for assessment (e.g. podcasts, recorded video), information and media literacy, Data management?

You will work with Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate Taught (PGT), and Postgraduate Research (PGR) communities, tailored to your strengths, preferences, and needs of the team with all training being provided. You will support the five schools in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences to design and deliver educationally aligned, career focused sessions in line with industry needs and employer feedback.

Currently enrolled (until at least July 2026) as a student at Queen?s University Belfast.

Essential Criteria

1. Take the lead in designing engaging, relevant, and student-driven content and sessions which may include, but is not limited to, presentations, workshops, demonstrations, facilitation of external speakers and panel discussions, and asynchronous material.
2. Work collaboratively with fellow Student Skills Assistants, university staff, and student voice representatives in compliance with the ?For Students, By Students? team ethos.
3. Collaborate with partners across the Faculty, Schools, and industry to plan, organise, and deliver events for undergraduate and postgraduate students, ensuring these events are tailored to meet the needs of specific groups, such as international students, Widening Participation students, student societies, and Students? Union representatives.
4. Plan and organise events at least three weeks in advance to allow the Marketing Coordinator and Team Manager sufficient time to review the content and promote the session effectively
5. Provide email and 1-2-1 support to address student queries.
6. Facilitate student feedback opportunities e.g. through focus groups or surveys and analyse outcomes to improve skill development activity.
7. Gather standardised feedback from student participants to inform regular reports, add to the monthly Stakeholder Report and impact of team activities.
8. Represent the student voice and contribute to working groups, committees, and meetings.
9. Contribute to the creation of a ?best practice? guide for student-facing workshops for internal and external stakeholders.
10. Identify and promote good practice in online, hybrid, and blended learning.
11. Maintain high standards and ensure accessibility in all work.
12. Foster effective teamwork through open communication.
13. Collaborate with teams in your School (e.g. social media team) and the wider University to promote team activities and engage AHSS students in line with direction from Marketing Coordinator.
14. Contribute to University led multi-media outputs (e.g. website content, written blogs, podcasts etc.) 
15. Assist AHSS Digital Learning Team and Development Office with Faculty projects involving students and staff, attending and reporting back at regular team meetings. 
16. Build relationships with key stakeholders across the University.
17. Complete required training as necessary.
18. Fulfil any other reasonable duties assigned by the supervisor and provide regular updates.

Desireable Criteria

If you meet the essential requirements, we encourage you to apply even if you don?t meet every desirable criterion.

1. An interest in at least one of the following: 
   1. Industry and employability trends for AHSS students including placements, mentoring or career progression.
   2. Digital tools for creativity, problem solving or project management.
   3. Teaching or guiding others in skill development with a good understanding of andragogy.
2. A good foundational knowledge and competency in the use of Generative AI and its implications and potential impact on education and future careers. 
3. Demonstrable experience of public speaking or workshop delivery.
4. Teaching or marking experience and ability to design asynchronous learning resources.
5. Experience in using generative AI and an understanding of ethics of using AI in an educational.