- Advertised from 29th April 2021
Role
Do you want to transform and enhance the lives of students in Glasgow?
Strathclyde Students’ Union is the representative body for all Strathclyde Students. We have a rich heritage and a bright and exciting future. We are currently finalising our brand-new Union, a state-of-the-art facility at the heart of the campus and a key component of a world leading student experience at the University of Strathclyde.
We are excited to recruit a new Trustee to join our Board at this pivotal moment for the organisation.
The Union strives to enhance the Strathclyde experience by promoting, representing and supporting students' interests and welfare. Our diverse social, cultural and sporting opportunities offer all students the chance to thrive. We are dedicated to representing all 22,000 students at the University of Strathclyde. We ensure they are fairly represented and lobby on key issues to bring them to the attention of the University.
Additionally, we run a range of commercial services from bars and coffee shops to merchandise and advertising. We are seeking to diversify our income through retail, food, conferencing and events in the coming years and are looking for a trustee to join our board who ideally has experience in catering, hospitality and leisure.
You should also have one or more skills in the following areas:
- Experience of strategic leadership
- Experience of growing and developing commercial enterprises with a focus on food, drink and retail spaces
- Experience of financial management
- Experience of business and commerce
- Previous experience as a Trustee or other non-executive role
As a Trustee we will provide:
- Induction, training and reimburse all reasonable expenses
- Opportunities to make strategic decisions and develop your skills
- Opportunities to network with senior professionals
- Shape and improve the experience of Strathclyde students
The expected commitment is approximately one day per month and this would constitute up to six board meetings per annum (including at least one away day). There are also sub-committees of the Board, including Finance, Audit and Risk, HR & Culture, Remuneration and Nominations committees. In addition, there may be other ad-hoc elements where trustees can be involved, including short-life working groups, playing an ambassadorial role and attending functions and events in their capacity as a Trustee.
Strathclyde Students’ Union is committed to promoting diversity and equality for all and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from trustees with disabilities, from ethnic minority backgrounds, and those with diverse sexualities or marginalised gender identities as these groups are underrepresented.
Application notes
To apply please send your CV and covering letter through this link hr.breathehr.com/v/trustee-16338
The closing date for applications is Friday 21st May 2021 at 5pm.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 27th May 2021.
The successful candidate should be able to attend the next Strath Union Board meeting on Friday 11th June 2021 at 2pm (given the numbers in attendance it is likely that this meeting will remain online via Zoom).
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University of Strathclyde Student Association (‘Strath Union’) has been the beating heart of activity for students on the Strathclyde campus since 1964 and exists to connect all students to ensure everyone can thrive whilst studying at the University of Strathclyde.
Consistently ranked as the number one Student Union in Scotland, according to What Uni’s Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), we are currently one of ten Student Unions, across the UK, shortlisted for WUSCA’s 2024 Student Association of the Year and recently won both UK and Scottish NUS awards for overall employee satisfaction, liberation & equality and community and solidarity. As an organisation, we are bold, ambitious, and innovative much like the University and the 25,000+ students it supports.
The Strath Union Trustee Board is the ultimate legal decision-making body for the organisation, directing all the charity does, ensuring that it is financially sustainable and delivers against its core purpose of connecting students so everyone can thrive. The University has recently launched its 2030 strategy and working with our new Chief Executive you will directly support the development of Strath Union’s new strategic plan that will look to the next 5 years of growth and development.
Previous board experience is not a pre-requisite for this role, and we are focused on identifying new board members who are committed to our mission and organisational values. However, to complement the existing skills of our board members we want candidates who bring experience in one or more of the following areas of expertise:
· Governance, Risk or Compliance
· Public Affairs, Policy, or Public Relations
· IT and Digital Transformation
· Higher Education or the Voluntary sector
We want our Board to reflect the community we support and to enhance the diversity of our Board we would particularly like to hear from women and those identifying as women, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities and those with diverse sexualities or marginalised gender identities.
If you are excited by the opportunity to join an ambitious and award-winning organisation and share our passion to support and empower all Strathclyde students to unleash their potential and therefore thrive at university and beyond, we would welcome your application.
University of Strathclyde Student Association (‘Strath Union’) has been the beating heart of activity for students on the Strathclyde campus since 1964 and exists to connect all students to ensure everyone can thrive whilst studying at the University of Strathclyde.
Consistently ranked as the number one Student Union in Scotland, according to What Uni’s Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), we are currently one of ten Student Unions, across the UK, shortlisted for WUSCA’s 2024 Student Association of the Year and recently won both UK and Scottish NUS awards for overall employee satisfaction, liberation & equality and community and solidarity. As an organisation, we are bold, ambitious, and innovative much like the University and the 25,000+ students it supports.
We are looking for a new Chief Executive who not only lives our values but can lead the organisation through its next phase of growth and change. It is imperative that we continue to meet both the current and future needs of students, building a strong sense of community and ensuring the student voice remains prevalent and reflects the needs, wants and desires of an ever-changing and evolving student body. As our Chief Executive, you will also ensure the continued financial sustainability of the organisation by identifying opportunities to diversify income aligned to our core mission of connecting students so everyone can thrive.
This is a unique opportunity to work alongside student leaders, a highly effective staff team and senior staff at the University of Strathclyde to deliver meaningful change and further enhance the student experience and ultimately ensure every student is supported in their wellbeing and their learning so they get the most out of their time with the university. The university has recently launched its 2030 Strategy and we are looking for our new Chief Executive to work with our Board to develop the Union’s new strategic plan that will look to the next 5 years of growth and development.
As an innovative, solutions-focused, and inspiring leader, you will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in the development and delivery of strategic and operational business plans to achieve an organisation’s vision. With strong stakeholder management experience coupled with a proven track record in building and maintaining a wide range of collaborative relationships and partnerships, the successful candidate will also bring the desire to support and act as a mentor to elected Student Union Officers to build and develop their knowledge and experience in terms of managing/running an effective organisation.
If you are excited by the opportunity to join an ambitious and award-winning organisation and share our passion to support and empower all Strathclyde students to unleash their potential and therefore thrive at university and beyond, we would welcome your application.
The Post
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the University of Stirling Students’ Union as Sports Development Coordinator to plan, coordinate and deliver our comprehensive sports development programmes, in conjunction with the Sports President. You will manage and develop the Sports Administrator. You will also support sports union members, with particular focus but not exclusively, in the areas of Club Development, Participation, Health and Wellbeing and Finance & Funding.
About Us
Stirling Students’ Union is the representative student body at the University of Stirling. We are a registered charity and exist to support students getting the best degree, helping students make friends, supporting students when they need support and building skills for the future. We do this by supporting academic reps, providing volunteering opportunities, societies and sports clubs. We also offer support, employability skills, advice and opportunities to influence our sustainability work. We are proudly student led and each spring elect four full time paid students to lead our work: President, Vice President Communities, Vice President Education and Sports Union President.
About You
We’re looking for a talented and passionate individual to join our organisation. You’ll be driven, using your initiative to support a wide range of organisational initiatives, programmes and projects. Specific duties of the role include:
Club Development
· Strategic approach to development and delivery of BUCS, ensuring improvement and effective use of funding.
· Develop and implement a comprehensive plan (actions, targets, responsibilities and resources).
· Increase club membership and participation.
· Ensure clubs are accessible and inclusive to all participants.
· Contribute to the formulation of policy and procedures as required, in collaboration with other Coordinators.
· Design and deliver training for committee members of Sports Clubs.
· Effectively engage students and provide ongoing support and assistance where appropriate.
· Coordinate and deal with member discipline and complaints, contributing to effective process development.
· Assist in the recruitment of coaches to ensure quality of sports provision within clubs.
Participation & Engagement
· Work in partnership with the University to provide opportunities for students to engage in physical activity and sports.
· Work closely with the Student Sport Development Officer on participation programmes for recreational sport.
· Develop mutually beneficial relationships with external partners, (BUCS, SSS, Community Clubs and National Governing Bodies) to increase the range, and quality of sports provision and coaching services provided.
· Work with BUCS, SSS and National Governing bodies to promote volunteering opportunities.
· To monitor, evaluate and report on club activities and identify opportunities for growth.
· To be a mentor on the panel of the Tier 2 programme.
Health & Wellbeing
· Promote and evaluate student wellbeing through engagement with student sport and club activity.
· Plan and take forward projects and campaigns that aim to use physical activity and sport as a method of improving Health & Wellbeing whilst positively impacting on the student experience.
· Engage with Union, University and national campaigns and initiatives for establishing healthy and resilient student communities.
· Embed innovative practices in engaging sports members with sustainability opportunities.
Finance & Funding
· Working with Sports President and Finance Manager to ensure club funds are managed appropriately.
· Oversee the effective running of the Sports Union budget.
· Responsibility for administration of funding requests for Coaches and Capital Equipment.
· In collaboration with Union colleagues deliver signature sports events such as Sports Ball and Varsity.
· Work with Stakeholders on the Kit Tender process.
The Post
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the University of Stirling Students’ Union as Content & Events Coordinator to plan, coordinate and deliver communications activity as well as run events to enhance the student experience. You will take lead responsibility for the Union’s digital and social media communications, creating engaging and varied content. You will regularly track and evaluate delivery being data-led in your next project. With high levels of administrative skill, you will also support colleagues across the Union with promotional activity and help deliver Union events including Welcome Week and Awards Balls.
About Us
Stirling Students’ Union is the representative student body at the University of Stirling. We are a registered charity and exist to support students getting the best degree, helping students make friends, supporting students when they need support and building skills for the future. We do this by supporting academic reps, providing volunteering opportunities, societies and sports clubs. We also offer support, employability skills, advice and opportunities to influence our sustainability work. We are proudly student led and each spring elect four full time paid students to lead our work: President, Vice President Communities, Vice President Education and Sports Union President.
About You
We’re looking for a talented and passionate individual to join our organisation. You’ll be driven, using your initiative to support a wide range of organisational initiatives, programmes and projects. Specific duties of the role include:
Content
• Lead on day-to-day planning, design, creation and delivery of social media content to support all Union activity.
• Work with the Communications & Activities Manager to deliver an annual programme of Union activity and implement processes to support colleagues in the timely design and planning of such activity.
• Coordinate communication and promotion of all areas of Union services and programmes including our membership areas and retail operations.
• Plan and complete administrative tasks to support Union activity.
• Work with the Sabbatical Officers to ensure the effective delivery of Officer content and campaign activity across all Union communication channels.
• Lead on the development, analysis and impact of all social media and digital communications (including email and website), producing regular reports for colleagues on activity performance.
• Develop project plans for key organisational activity in collaboration with relevant Students’ Union staff and Officers.
• Keep up-to-date with current trends and to assess how these innovative practices can be implemented to enhance communication between the Union and its members.
• Have input into the on-going development and delivery of all Union communication channels.
• Co-ordinate any additional promotional materials required for the Union (including but not limited to pull-up banners, publications, printed promotional materials).
• Promote good practice across the Union in the use of Union branding and support societies/sports teams with guidance on use of the Union visual identity.
• Lead training for staff, Sabbatical Officers, societies and sports teams on use of social media to support Union activity.
• Contribute across the various areas of the Students’ Union to help deliver on the Students’ Union strategic plan.
• Work with the University communications team on collaborative programmes.
• Support Union marketing activity across all relevant functions.
Events
• Lead on organising, promoting and evaluating all Union events, delivering on time and within budget.
• Ensure regular monitoring of activity to ensure proper processes are in place and relevant costs/income are fully considered.
• Lead on the development and delivery of the Union’s activity during Welcome Weeks in the autumn and spring semester involving colleagues across the Union team and working closely with the University Events team.
• Working with Union colleagues, support the development and delivery of events such as the Societies Awards Ball, Sports Union Awards Ball, Inspirational Women Awards and the RATE Teaching Awards.
• Work with external partners to support our digital events platform and associated ticketing process.
• Work with societies and sports teams where appropriate to support their delivery of student focused events.
• Work closely with the University Events team to support the Union’s input across events such as Open Days and Applicant Days and Welcome Weeks.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the University’s student belonging programme, Be Connected.
• To monitor, evaluate and report on Union events to effectively grow and develop them for the future.
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