Chairperson (2025-26)

The chairmanship of the Ukrainian Students Union is a volunteer position with a one-year mandate and is the highest electable position within the organization.

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Main responsibilities include:

- Coordinating the activities of all society members, including through term meetings of the Presidential Council, and onboarding/recruiting potential new members.

- Proposing and processing collaborative campaign or event ideas with student societies, including non-Ukrainian student organizations.

- Representing the USU and Ukrainian students at the highest level at intercollegiate conferences, embassy visits, and other public or private events.

- Organizing flagship conferences, such as the annual Summit of Ukrainian Students.

- Liaising and participating in core meetings of the USU, including weekly briefs to the team and the Board of Trustees

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Eligibility:

1. Currently enrolled at a UK-based university, pursuing either an undergraduate or masters degree (first-year BA or PhD students are not eligible)
2. Cannot be an active president of a society or hold any other potential commitments that would interfere with active duty of a Chairperson
3. Proven track record of involvement in the life of the USU and/or university Ukrainian society
4. Humble and high-integrity individual, experience in volunteering or student activism is a plus
5. Developed communication and diplomatic skills, experienced team player and leader
6. English and Ukrainian speaker (professional)

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Application process:

Since the Chairperson represents the organization for a year, the standards and expectations are high. The election cycle involves motivational statement and outlining plans for a year. These will then be discussed with the USU team to confirm candidate’s commitment to empowering our student body and their personal integrity. Prospective candidates, who have shown their dedication and prior positive track record, will then be presented to the presidents to choose from. While the team takes part in the screening process, only the presidents have the FINAL say in the appointment of the Chairperson by casting 2/3 of votes in favour of a candidate. Successful candidate will, thus, be notified only after the Presidential Council Meeting is concluded.

Deadline: Midnight, 21st February

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