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The Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance your education at the University of Portsmouth through a range of exciting services and activities. Our mission is to have a positive impact with every Portsmouth student by 2021.
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The Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance your education at the University of Portsmouth through a range of exciting services and activities. Our mission is to have a positive impact with every Portsmouth student by 2021.
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Development Officer
Feb 3, 2021
How to Apply
Completed application forms should be emailed before the closing date to:
elections@upsu.netPlease quote the job title or reference number in the subject.
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Job Description
Please note
- CVs will not be considered as applications
- Due to the high number of applicants, if you have not heard from UPSU by the interview date you should assume you have been unsuccessful in your application
- Applications must be received before the stated closing time/date
- Applications may also be submitted by post, addressed to: Job Applications, University of Portsmouth Students' Union, Cambridge Road, Portsmouth PO1 2EF
Role Information
- Role name
- Development Officer
- Job Reference
- DO - Elections21
- Remuneration
- £19,100 per annum
- Term
- 1 Year
- Closing Date
- Wednesday 24th February 2021
- Interview Date
- N/A
Nominations are now open for the 2021/22 Student Elections!
An ideal role to take on as a placement year or as a graduate opportunity, this full-time, paid role gives you the chance to lead an organisation, gain a variety of transferable skills and make positive change for students at the University of Portsmouth.
The Development Officer is responsible for:
- Primary Representative overseeing activities and other opportunities for the personal development of students
- Lead Representative for sport & student group interests, and sports partnership with the University
- Student fundraising and volunteering
- plus loads more!
CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE YOURSELF NOW
Nominations closing date: Wednesday 24th February 2021
Voting week: Monday 15th March 2021 @ 9am until Friday 19th March 2021 @ 12.30pm
Find out more about the Elections here.
Contact us
- Call: 023 9284 3628
- Email: hello@upsu.net
- Map & Directions
- Opening Hours
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The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union has a vision of creating a positive impact with every Portsmouth student during their time at University.
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