Student Casual - Assistant to the soundscape exhibition on the Russia-Ukraine war - College of Arts

The University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Birmingham seeks current students for a one-day casual role assisting an exhibition. Responsibilities include setting up materials, guiding visitors online, and sharing information about the exhibition's significance. Strong communication, enthusiasm, and an interest in armed conflict are key qualifications. This is a great opportunity to engage with the public and enhance your experience within an academic setting.

Qualifications

• Current student at the University of Birmingham.
• Ability to speak Ukrainian is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Helping to set up the exhibition materials.
• Directing members of the public to the exhibition webpage.
• Providing information about the exhibition and its significance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Enthusiasm

Interest in war and armed conflict

Social media skills

Job description

Description

Position Details

School or Department: College of Arts and Law

Location: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UK

Grade/Band: Grade 2

Hourly rate: 12.69 per hour plus holiday entitlement

Casual contract from: 21st June 2025 for 1 day

Positions available: 2

Advert closing date: Sunday 1st June 2025 23.59 p.m.

If we receive a high volume of applications then we may close this advert early. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible.

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Background

I am a professor at Birmingham Law School, currently researching the Russia-Ukraine war.

Role Summary

You will assist members of the exhibition in accessing it online and engage with visitors about the exhibition.

Main Duties

• Helping to set up the exhibition materials
• Directing members of the public to the exhibition webpage
• Providing information about the exhibition and its significance

Person Specification

• Strong communication skills
• Enthusiastic
• An interest in war and armed conflict
• Social media skills
• Desirable: Ability to speak Ukrainian

For informal queries, please contact Janine Clark ()

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