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The Outreach & Engagement Officer: Medical Students (ACMS Liaison) serves as the primary bridge between Melanin Medics and African-Caribbean Medical Societies across UK medical schools. Your focus is to build a unified, thriving community that supports and equips Black medical students nationwide.
Responsibilities & Duties
Act as the dedicated point of contact for all ACMS committees across UK medical schools, building strong, regular communication channels to understand their specific needs and challenges.
Committee Leadership Support: Design and deliver support frameworks, resources, and development opportunities for ACMS committee leaders to help them effectively run their student societies.
Plan, coordinate, and execute joint events that bring multiple ACMS societies together (e.g., national networking mixers, inter-university panel discussions, or skill-building workshops).
Establish and facilitate peer support networks and mentorship spaces specifically tailored for Black medical students navigating their medical school journeys.
Oversee and coordinate Melanin Medics’ sponsorship packages, financial support, or resource allocation for local ACMS events, ensuring fair distribution and tracking impact.
Collect feedback and insights from ACMS leaders to report back to the Engagement Manager, helping shape Melanin Medics' broader medical student strategy.
Play an active role in engaging in Melanin Medics Projects throughout the operational year, contributing to the organisation's overall communications efforts.
Eligibility Criteria
Active or recent experience within an African-Caribbean Medical Society (ACMS) or similar medical student committee leadership structure is highly desirable.
Friendly, enthusiastic and positive attitude.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills
Experience organising virtual or in-person student events, workshops, or meetings
Strong written and verbal communication skills, a persuasive and passionate communicator
Excellent personal management skills to handle communications
A deep commitment to supporting the well-being, professional growth, and community integration of Black medical students in the UK.
Detail-orientated with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
Experience working in a not-for-profit organisation or charity role with exposure to the not-for-profit sector would be an advantage
Organisational Relationships
Reports to the Director of Engagement
Part of the Engagement Team: Outreach and engagement officers and Advocacy and engagement officers
Location
Our work is focused in the United Kingdom. Our team work mainly remotely with in-person commitments for our seasonal events.
Expectation: 2-5 volunteer hours a week (varies based on roles and activities).
Who can apply?
Individuals who are passionate about our cause and have an understanding of the community we serve and its needs. These roles are not restricted to having a medical professional background.
Why you should apply?
We believe that the power of our organisation comes from the passionate people who believe in our mission and similarly desire to make a difference to those around them. Melanin Medics is a rewarding working environment that provides our team with a strong sense of achievement and recognition for the important work we do. Our extensive network allows us to provide opportunities for both personal and professional growth within and outside of our organisation.
