Participate in our executive elections for 2023-2024!
The following positions are currently being elected for the upcoming school year (September 2023 - April 2024)! Scroll down for each position’s description of the role and its responsibilities!
Interested in running for a position? To run in the elections, you must be a registered University of Toronto undergraduate student and you must submit your nomination by Monday, March 27, 2023, at 11:59 PM EST. To submit your nomination, you must complete this Google Form. You will also be required to give a 1-2 minute speech explaining why you are best-suited for your desired position at our End-of-Year Meeting on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM. If you are unable to attend the Annual General Meeting and elections event on March 28 due to a prior commitment, we ask that you submit a written message at the same time you submit your nomination, which will be read on your behalf.
Open executive positions
President
Position Description
Responsibilities
Be eligible to cast votes at meetings of the Executive Committee,
Oversee the operations, management, and success of the group,
Serve as spokesperson for the group,
Hold signing and financial authority along with the Treasurer,
Preside over meetings of the Executive Committee and/or members,
Ensure a transition of office from one year to the next,
Coordinate the annual simulation, including the:
Application process,
Orientation,
Dissemination of informational material to participants,
Pre-conference events,
Two-day conference,
Coordinate other group events,
Be a liaison between the Office of Student Life, UTSU, and the group,
Maintain a list of all registered members and their contact information,
Record notes and motions for meetings,
Handle official correspondence of the organization,
Oversee and coordinate the Junior Executive Mentorship Program,
Any other responsibilities that unexpectedly arise during the year will fall to the President.
Commitment
Approximately 8-10 hours/week (will vary week-to-week depending on whether there is an upcoming event or not)
Attendance at all club events and executive meetings
VICE PRESIDENT
Position Description
Responsibilities
Be eligible to cast votes at meetings of the Executive Committee,
Assume duties of the President in their absence,
Ensure activities of the club comply with policies of the University of Toronto,
Coordinate organizational recruitment efforts,
Coordinate the annual simulation, including the:
Application process,
Orientation,
Dissemination of informational material to participants,
Pre-conference events,
Two-day conference.
Commitment
Approximately 6-8 hours/week (will vary week-to-week depending on whether there is an upcoming event or not)
Attendance at all club events and executive meetings
secretary
Position Description
Responsibilities
Be eligible to cast votes at meetings of the Executive Committee,
Maintain a list of group members,
Maintain the group website and member contact list,
Record notes and motions for meetings,
Notify all members of general meetings
Assist the President in responding to emails concerning related opportunities and students interested in becoming involved,
Be responsible for organizing regular executive meetings.
Commitment
Approximately 2-5 hours/week (will vary week-to-week depending on whether there is an upcoming event or not)
Attendance at all club events and executive meetings
ttendance at all club events and executive meetings
TREASURER
Position Description
Responsibilities
Be eligible to cast votes at meetings of the Executive Committee,
Record all financial transactions of the group,
Hold signing and financial authority along with the President,
Maintain a budget of income and expenses,
Advise members on financial position of the group,
Prepare an annual budget for the group as well as budgets for specific events.
Commitment
Approximately 2-5 hours/week (will vary week-to-week depending on whether there is an upcoming event or not)
Attendance at all club events and executive meetings
Operations Coordinator
Position Description
Responsibilities
Coordinate all room bookings
Coordinate all catering requests
Assist the other elected officers with extra duties
Commitment
Approximately 2-5 hours/week (will vary week-to-week depending on whether there is an upcoming event or not)
Attendance at all club events and executive meetings
cOMMUNICATIONS dIRECTOR
Position Description
Responsibilities
Be eligible to cast votes at meetings of the Executive Committee,
Run the social media accounts (e.g. Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) to advertise the club Run the monthly newsletter,
Coordinate the website,
Create and execute an advertising plan so that all members of the community are properly informed,
Run all external communications activities.
Commitment
Approximately 2-5 hours/week (will vary week-to-week depending on whether there is an upcoming event or not)
Attendance at all club events and executive meetings