Health Improvement Officer

2024 - present

In leading the HealthyU Champions programme, I conducted research into best practices across UK universities, then designed and launched a peer-led wellbeing initiative from scratch. I recruited and mentored a diverse group of student volunteers, delegated individual project ownership, and ensured quality aligned with university standards. The programme concludes with an accreditation process, awarding certificates to Champions who meet engagement and training benchmarks.

I manage the wellbeing team’s Instagram account end-to-end, using feedback and behavioural insight to shape content. I create original, student-centred campaigns across themes like mental health, physical wellbeing, sexual health, and self-care. Since taking over, I’ve grown our audience by 300%, with engagement and reach up 200% — transforming it into a trusted wellbeing hub, resource signposting platform, and home of our most successful competitions.

In cross-functional planning meetings, I represent the wellbeing team and work with internal partners (Students’ Union, Finance, Counselling, Student Experience, Events, and Marketing) and external collaborators (Student Minds, NHS, Togetherall, Consent Coalition, NottsMove, Action for Happiness) to deliver cohesive, high-impact campaigns that reach and resonate with our diverse audiences.

I co-lead the delivery of major university-wide wellbeing campaigns such as HealthyU, Us, University, overseeing campaign content calendars, asset rollout, and comms strategy across digital and in-person channels. I plan and write internal comms, design digital assets, and manage the HealthyU website to ensure timely content launches at each campaign stage — including copy, banners, and signposting links.

HealthyU  Champions

As the designer and lead coordinator of the HealthyU Champions Programme, I developed a student-led wellbeing initiative from the ground up — a project that reflects my passion for empowering students to make a meaningful impact on their community. Rooted in behavioural psychology and co-production principles, the programme equips student volunteers with the training, tools, and creative freedom to deliver peer-led health campaigns across the university. From building a clear and inclusive accreditation framework to mentoring each Champion through their development, I combined strategic thinking with empathetic leadership. My background in psychology, communications, and campaign planning was key — but just as vital was my attention to design with purpose. Every visual, from slides to resources, was crafted to engage, inform, and reflect the diverse student voice. Personally, this programme has meant a great deal to me. I wanted students to not only feel supported but to become active agents of change in shaping a healthier university culture.

Captured during our Empathy Lab session — Champions explored accessibility tools through hands-on activities, gaining insight into the diverse experiences of students navigating their academic journey.

Infographic used in comms for staff and students. I created this visual to support recruitment, promote stakeholder buy-in, and ensure message clarity across multiple audiences.

Testimonials

To respect the privacy of our HealthyU Champions, names have been changed. The experiences shared below are real and reflect the voices of students involved in the programme.

  • The programme was designed with an understanding of students’ needs, busy schedules, and interest in wellbeing and mental health topics. It felt incredibly inclusive and filled with hands-on experiences. Mati made us feel listened to at every opportunity. I made some new friends, learned professional skills, and developed my project management abilities through one-on-one sessions with Mati. It was a great opportunity!

  • Great trainings! Wish more students knew about it! Thank you for this opportunity and helping me develop professionally and emotionally.

Campaigns

During my role, I developed a wide range of creative and practical wellbeing resources to support student engagement. From eye-catching coasters, stickers, and lip balms that made our campaigns more memorable, to thoughtfully designed leaflets, brochures, and wellbeing maps that offered clear signposting to support services. I also led on the creation of an online toolkit to help international students feel welcome and informed from day one. Each resource was crafted with purpose and accessibility in mind, combining strong design, clear messaging, and behavioural insight to truly meet students where they are.

Resource development

Social Media & Comms

In my current role, I lead on creating, strategising, and sharing health and wellbeing content that’s grounded in research and shaped by student needs. Whether I’m designing a campaign, writing copy, or producing visual materials, I always start with evidence and insight—what do students care about, and how do they engage? I develop communication strategies that balance creativity with clarity, using inclusive language, bold visuals, and a touch of humour or relatability to cut through the noise. From posters and social media reels to wellbeing maps, toolkits, and digital campaigns, I ensure every piece of content has purpose and feels human. I enjoy the process of making health information feel accessible, engaging, and empowering—turning ideas into impact.

↳ Instagram monthly report summary with great accounts reach.

↳ Instagram quarterly report summary with fantastic views score.

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