Community Engagement Coordinator (White City Campus)

SONICOM; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

43 days annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working policy from day one

On-site leisure facilities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Imperial College London is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator for The Invention Rooms at White City Campus. You will manage the i-zone's day-to-day use, ensuring it is welcoming, accessible and safe for public activity.

You will support Public & Community Engagement activities, build relationships with community partners, and collaborate with Imperial teams to strengthen local connections. This fixed-term role is based at White City with evening/weekend work.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating a community venue, event space or similar public-facing environment.
• Strong coordination and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day operation of the i-zone.
• Support the delivery of PCE programmes and activities.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Venue coordination

Coordination skills

Communication

Job description

Community Engagement Coordinator (White City Campus)

Are you passionate about creating welcoming spaces that bring people and communities together? If so, you could be our next Community Engagement Coordinator, playing a key role in the day-to-day operation and use of The Invention Rooms, Imperial College London's community-facing space at White City Campus. You will coordinate the safe, accessible and effective use of the i-zone, while supporting a diverse programme of public and community engagement activities and helping to strengthen connections between Imperial and our local community.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual to help shape a high-quality community space, support impactful engagement activity and contribute to Imperial's civic and Public & Community Engagement (PCE) work in White City.

What you would be doing

• Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day operation of the i-zone, managing its use and ensuring it is welcoming, safe, inclusive and accessible. You will also help shape its future in response to changing needs and the evolving White City Campus.
• Support the delivery of PCE programmes and activities, working closely with programme leads and the Community Engagement Assistant to ensure they are well organised and delivered effectively.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local and internal stakeholders, including community partners, Imperial teams and other building users, creating opportunities for collaboration and strengthening engagement with the local community.

What we are looking for

We’re looking for a highly organised, practical, proactive, adaptable and collaborative individual to join our friendly and dynamic Public & Community Engagement Team who:

• Has experience coordinating a community venue, event space or similar public-facing environment, with a strong understanding of day-to-day operations and the importance of creating welcoming and safe spaces.
• Is highly organised with strong coordination and problem-solving skills, able to manage competing priorities, take initiative and respond effectively to changing operational requirements.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of colleagues, community partners, visitors and other stakeholders.

What we can offer you

• Join a supportive and ambitious team who are all motivated by the value of public and community engagement.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

This full-time, fixed-term role is for 2 years, is primarily based at our White City Campus, and requires evening and weekend work to support community activities.

Interviews planned for the week of 12 th October 2026.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact Farial Missi (Senior Community Partnerships and Engagement Manager) at [e-mail]

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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About Imperial

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Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.

As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.

This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our web pages .

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