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WOMEN’S OFFICER 2014 - 2015 PART-TIME VOLUNTARY POSITION PURPOSE
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The student appointed to this liberation role is part of the Union’s Executive Committee, who having been voted in by the student body, represents LSE students and shapes the Union’s decision making. Specifically, this role addresses all matters surrounding women’s liberation. As well as representation and campaigning, you will also have the opportunity to be involved in other Union events.
TO LEAD THE UNION ON
AIM To represent members and to campaign on issues that relate to Women’s Liberation.
DELIVERING STUDENTS’ GENERAL AND POLITICAL PRIORITIES RELATED TO WOMEN’S LIBERATION. • Open up relevant dialogues and debates related to women’s liberation via events and other mediums. • Discuss ideas and run campaigns. • Organise and coordinate initiatives to create an environment which is inclusive and free from discrimination. • Challenge stereotypes and promote equality at LSE and other levels.
TO BE AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE STUDENT EXECUTIVE • Work closely with the Sabbatical Officers and other members of the Executive team. • To review, challenge and execute Union policy. • Find out students’ opinions on policy and feedback to the Executive Committee. • Attend Student Executive Meetings & other relevant SU and LSE meetings.
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TO BE ACCOUNTABLE TO
USEFUL CHARACTERISTICS
YOUR MEMBERS • Hold regular assemblies or student meetings to feedback actions to students. • Update students regularly via emails, blog posts and other methods. • Be available to meet and discuss relevant issues with students.
• Enthusiasm about changing LSE for the better. • Knowledge of students and their needs e.g. experience in societies. • Communication skills. • Planning and organisational skills. • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
BENEFITS
REQUIREMENTS
• Help shape the future of the LSE and the SU. • Improve support and advice for students on issues surrounding women’s liberation. • Develop your communication, organisation, event planning, teamwork and leadership skills • Gain experience working in the Third Sector. • Looks great on your CV! • Meet other students. • Receive additional training as requested. • Receive a huge amount of advice and support.
Whilst it is up to the officer to shape the relevant remit, the following requirements are non-negotiable:
TRAINING AND SUPPORT SU Staff & Sabbatical Officers will support you in your role and you will also receive: • Welcome booklet • Introductory training • 1:1 with Engagement Coordinator to determine your priorities and training requirements • Regular 1:1s, and support via email and phone • Additional tailored training sessions to develop your skills
• To set and carry out annual objectives. • To attend 1:1s with relevant SU staff once a month and remain in regular contact through email/phone between meetings. • To attend approximately 6 Executive Meetings and send official apologies if this is not possible. • To communicate and collaborate with the sabbatical officers where necessary. • To communicate your work to students in person and in an online capacity. • To spend 3-5 hours per week in your executive capacity (with some flexibility around academic commitments).
ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS Email Claudia Coussins, Engagement Coordinator,
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[email protected] www.lsesu.com/elections
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