Student officer vacancies
Green Hub Twente is a student-driven, staff-supported sustainability office of the University of Twente. We are here to increase overall awareness of sustainability in the UT community and region whilst activating people to do something about this; we support the university in carving out the organisational transformation required to reach its sustainability goals for 2030 and implement/carry out sustainability-related initiatives and projects.
Sustainability is a wide topic which covers areas from green energy to mental well-being – it necessarily involves systemic change too. The new Green Hub officers should have an interest in sustainability as well as be curious to know how change management from the inside works. And be driven to help Green Hub Twente make its local contribution to the global sustainability movement.
The Green Hub Twente Team consists of several portfolios to ensure we work as efficiently as possible. Currently, we have no open positions. Keep an eye on our social media pages for updates!
INSTITUTIONAL CHANGE COMMITTEE
By holding the university accountable for its actions and visions for a sustainable future, the Institutional Change Committee (ICC) is dedicated to fostering positive change. Through collaboration with internal and external actors, we aim to ensure that the voice of students is heard and valued. In this sense, the ICC serves as a vital bridge between students and the university, advocating for a more sustainable approach to all campus-related activities at the University of Twente (UT). Together, we strive for a more sustainable future within the academic community and beyond.
Since its foundation in early 2020 as the Task Force Institutional Change for Sustainability, the ICC has built a strong network of sustainability-focused students and staff, contributing to numerous initiatives at the university. We have engaged with various stakeholders, including the Strategy & Policy department and the Centre of Energy Innovation, to highlight our sustainability goals and understand their contributions. Notably, we created a comprehensive list of relevant energy researchers at UT and established connections with the European Consortium of Innovative Universities.
In the 2022-2023 academic year, we organized the university-wide ‘Sustainability Dialogues,’ allowing students and staff to share their views on sustainable practices at UT. Our presence extends to social media platforms like LinkedIn, where members share monthly articles on sustainability news.
We are continuously seeking new opportunities and partnerships in the sustainability domain as an evolving committee.
Are you interested in collaborating with us or do you have any questions? We are more than happy to hear from you! Please reach out through our contact form or email greenhub@utwente.nl
This committee is looking for:
- Writers/ editors: experience in journalism and copyright
- Networking manager: maintain Green Hub's ties with external collaborators, faculties, and groups across UT
- Event and workshop planner: organizing events to raise awareness about sustainability initiatives at UT
FOOD & OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
This committee works to raise awareness about sustainability in the food, operations and associated consumption culture. They are responsible for managing GH’s food & Operations programs and associated events. Plan and conduct events such as cooking workshops, waste management, gardening sessions, and a sustainability corner for students and non-students throughout the year!
Responsibilities include:
- Planning a wide range of events related to food & and agriculture such as bi-weekly cooking workshops, gardening sessions, workshops & lectures, and other forms of collaboration
- Waste separation and behaviour change management
- Weekly sustainability corner activities and community engagement
MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
This committee plays a crucial role in the success of an organization's marketing efforts. The team's roles consist of developing and executing comprehensive, proactive strategies. Additionally, the committee should also be able to establish a positive image of the Hub through collaborations with external partners such as other associations and organizations. The committee works together to organize and work on both internal and external events that pertain to the Hub’s image.
Responsibilities include;
- Curating a good and cohesive image of the Hub and maintaining visibility of the Hub within the university and beyond
- Creating and executing promotional activities for Hub events and activities
- Creating content for the GH’s social media channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram)
- Photography & video coverage of events and activities
- Managing the GH website (after training)
FASHION COMMITTEE
The committee works to raise awareness about the dire impact of the fashion industry in its current form and the effects of our consumption culture. They are responsible for managing Green Hub’s fashion programs and associated events together with ESN. Together, the committee supervises and ensures that Green Hubs' sustainable purchasing links are effectively managed. Additionally, the team will work alongside other committees within the hub, taking care of the well-being of the (active) members of the Green Hub and the community as a whole.
Responsibilities include;
- Raising awareness about the dire impact of the fashion industry in its current form and the effects of our consumption culture
- Organizing monthly clothing swaps
- Organizing seminars on sustainable fashion
- Organizing sewing & DIY workshops
SUSTAINABILITY CONSULTING COMMITTEE
The Sustainability Consulting Committee participate in case-solving & consulting workshops organized with the help and expertise of UT and external parties, as well as experienced consultants from SEE, Climate Centre, etc. Members are introduced to the fundamentals of sustainable business strategy, as well as the skills and approaches required for case solving & consulting.
Responsibilities include;
- Attending practical workshops to receive training in case-solving & sustainable business strategy
- Solving and presenting carefully selected sustainable business cases
- Proactively coming up with ideas to further enhance the committee, e.g., setting up consulting services for real-life clients
- Providing strategic recommendations to social impact ventures based in Twente
SUSTAINABILITY WEEK COMMITTEE
The SW committee is responsible for organizing the Sustainability Week, which is the biggest sustainability event at UT. They actively collaborate with the other committees and other internal and external parties throughout the year to represent their work and ambitions at the SW. Moreover, they are responsible for providing a welcoming and creative space for all committee members, in order for them to accelerate personally and professionally.
Responsibilities include;
- Planning and organizing a week-long event
- Graphic designing and marketing strategies are used to attract attendees
- Working to obtain sponsorship and collaborate with other associations and sustainable businesses