- Sit on engagement, outreach, and issues-based UBC and AMS committees and working groups at the request of the VP, Academic & University Affairs
- Report on issues relating to campus engagement at UBC
- Help organize and/or attend meetings of the VP Academic Caucus, Student Senate Caucus, Advocacy Committee, and more
- Develop a strong grasp on issues such as current UBC policies under review or development, student affordability, housing rights, open educational resources, and diversity on campus.
- Help organize and direct special events, consultations, campaigns, and long term projects such as the Textbook Broke campaign, a communications plan for the Academic Experience Survey, student engagement campaigns surrounding university issues, and others.
- Work with the AMS Executive, campus organizations, and off-campus groups to create partnerships and secure sponsorships
- Foster a strong team relationship which emphasizes teamwork and communication
- Assist in scheduling, organizing, and planning meetings and other administrative duties as required by the VP Academic and University Affairs
- Attend meetings on behalf of the VP Academic & University Affairs as required
- Work with the AMS mission statement and values to operate a successful department
- Other duties as required
- Must be a currently registered student at UBC Vancouver
- Able to execute tasks quickly and efficiently is required
- Confident public speaker is an asset
- Able to research and write high quality policy papers and briefing documents is an asset
- Knowledge of university and academic issues at UBC is an asset
- Current or Past Student Member of the UBC Vancouver Senate is an asset
- Interest in pursuing AMS university and academic initiatives and lobbying priorities is required
- Strong organizational skills are required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills is required
- Experience in event-planning and program promotion is an asset
Campaigns and Outreach Commissioner - Vancouver, Canada - AMS of UBC
Description
Campaigns and Outreach Commissioner
6133 University Boulevard, 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Req #645 Monday, April 29, 2024The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the University of British Columbia's (UBC) student society, and works to improve the academic, social and personal lives of the 56,000 UBC students at its Vancouver campus. The AMS also runs nine food and beverage outlets, a catering and conference operation, and the AMS Student Nest, providing on-campus employment opportunities and generating revenue that goes directly back into supporting the students at UBC.
Position title: Campaigns and Outreach Commissioner
Reports to: Vice-President Academic and University Affairs
Supervises: None
Employee status: Hourly Exempt, Appointed
Length of term: May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025
Hours per week: May 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024: 15 hours per week
September 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025: 10 hours per week
Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Position Purpose
The office of the AMS Vice President, Academic and University Affairs is responsible for a diverse portfolio that addresses student representation to the university as well as academic policy and university governance. The Campaigns and Outreach Commissioner will assist in carrying out political and administrative duties such as issues-based student and university-aimed campaigns, campus engagement strategies, and outreach to student groups, and other initiatives. This position will also assist the Vice-President, Academic & University Affairs with coordinating and facilitating their meetings.
The position is best suited to a candidate with significant self-motivation, and an interest in student engagement with university and academic issues. Experience in promotions and event or campaign-planning is an asset. The candidate will work closely with the VP Academic and University Affairs Office Commissioners, the Associate Vice-president Academic, the Associate Vice-president University Affairs, and the Vice-President Academic & University Affairs to engage and consult students and advocate to the University.
Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience