President

The President is expected to be a full-time worker for the Association, hence the $3,000 honorarium. S/he is responsible for the overall social, political, administrative running of the Association. This doesn't mean that s/he has to do all the work her/himself, but rather must be able to delegate work effectively. The President is the chairperson of the Board of Directors of Victoria Book Centre and must take an interest in the running of the Book Centre. S/he is also chairperson of the Union Management Committee and must ensure that the Union is operating effectively and must act as the liaison between student recommendations regarding the Union and Union staff. The President is also the chairperson of the Executive and the Student Representative Council meetings, and VUWSA's representative on NZUSA's National Executive meetings.

So, what qualifications do you need?

You don't need a degree or even years of experience, but what is required are large amounts of time, energy, enthusiasm and interest in the Association. For more details, contact the interim President, Lindy Cassidy, who can be located at the Student Association Office.