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University Mammal Challenge Volunteer Coordinator

Applications close 22nd November 2026

Unpaid

Commitment: Flexible, 1-2 days per week, from early December 2026 - end of April 2027 (remote)

Are you passionate about wildlife and want to help students explore mammal diversity on campus? The Mammal Society is seeking 2 Volunteer Coordinators to support the University Mammal Challenge (UMAC) 2026–27. UMAC encourages student teams to record mammal sightings on university campuses, gaining hands-on fieldwork experience and developing leadership and science communication skills.

Learn more about UMAC here: University Mammal Challenge — Mammal Society

Please note: team registration is not yet live. We will announce when registration opens.

Responsibilities

You will help manage the day-to-day running of UMAC, support student team recruitment, coordinate resources, and enhance engagement via social media. Responsibilities include:

  • Oversee UMAC activities and support student teams

  • Manage resources, including welcome packs and equipment loans

  • Coordinate social media and communications via the Mammal Society Youth channels

  • Organise a program of training and events for UMAC teams

  • Collating points from each team for a weekly league table

Qualifications

Don't worry if you don't meet all of the qualifications listed. If you are passionate about conservation and eager to contribute, we encourage you to apply.

  • Essential:

    • Interest in mammals and wildlife conservation

    • Strong organisational and communication skills

    • Confident with social media and digital communication tools

    • Able to work independently and collaboratively

    Desirable:

    • Experience in wildlife monitoring or citizen science

    • Event management or volunteer coordination experience

Benefits

  • Hands-on experience in wildlife monitoring and citizen science

  • Development of leadership, mentoring, and science communication skills

  • Networking with the Mammal Society and student wildlife communities

  • Contribute to meaningful conservation work and make a difference to the protection and restoration of British mammal populations

  • Flexible, remote working hours to fit your schedule

  • Recognition for your input on our website and channels

  • Attend one of our in-person trainings for free after 6 months of volunteering (see what’s on offer here)

Check out these blogs and videos for reflections from participating student teams on the experience and what they gained:

Small Mammals, Big Impact: Our UMAC Journey at Swansea University

UMAC Reflections from team MamHam

Instagram Reel - Longworth trapping with Lancaster University’s UMAC team

How to apply

If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills and passion to contribute to our mission, we would love to hear from you! Please fill out the form below explaining why you are interested in this role and how your skills and experience make you a great fit for our team. We will be shortlisting applicants at the end of November and aim to get back to you within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Apply Here