Community Mapper: Empower Youth Through Digital Mapping

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK university in Cambridge seeks Community Mappers for an exciting participatory research project aiming to develop digital maps with local communities focusing on empowering children and young people. The roles entail working off-site and collaborating with schools, delivering mapping lessons, and acting as ambassadors for the project. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and be passionate about enhancing the local environment. Full training in mapping software will be provided, and various tasks will ensure a dynamic work experience. Applications are open until January 7, 2026.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proactive approach to diverse workload.
• Familiarity with Cambridge and passion for improving the environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering mapping lessons in schools.
• Show young people how to use mapping software and kits.
• Collect feedback and report data to the project team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive approach

Familiarity with local area

Job description

A major UK university in Cambridge seeks Community Mappers for an exciting participatory research project aiming to develop digital maps with local communities focusing on empowering children and young people. The roles entail working off-site and collaborating with schools, delivering mapping lessons, and acting as ambassadors for the project. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and be passionate about enhancing the local environment. Full training in mapping software will be provided, and various tasks will ensure a dynamic work experience. Applications are open until January 7, 2026.