Volunteer Academic Engagement Officer

Volunteer Academic Engagement Officer

Longer term volunteering · Flexible hours
Temple Row West, Birmingham, B2 5NY, United Kingdom
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Summary

As an Academic Engagement Officer (Volunteer), you will support the Dialogue Society’s outreach and collaboration with universities and academic institutions.

Detailed description

You will help initiate and coordinate academic projects, research initiatives, and panel discussions, fostering dialogue on social cohesion, community engagement, intercultural relations, and related themes.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain relationships with university departments, academics, student societies, and research centres.


  • Coordinate academic panel discussions, seminars, and workshops in collaboration with university partners.


  • Assist in identifying academic themes relevant to the Dialogue Society’s mission and propose project ideas.


  • Facilitate communication between Dialogue Society and academic stakeholders.


  • Contribute to the planning and delivery of joint academic initiatives (e.g., conferences, research publications, roundtables).

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs

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About Dialogue Society

The Dialogue Society is a registered charity founded in London in 1999. Its core mission is to advance social cohesion by connecting communities through dialogue. It operates nationwide across the UK and focuses on empowering individuals and groups to build bridges across religious, cultural, and social divides. Through a broad array of localised community projects, discussion forums, and educational programmes, the Dialogue Society offers platforms for individuals to meet, share their narratives, and uncover shared values while embracing their differences. Their work spans interfaith circles, cultural festivals, community dinners, and targeted dialogue initiatives.