Guild Officer Team Elections 2009

Do you want to make a difference to how your Guild is run?In March, every student will have their chance to elect the new Officer Team for 2009-2010 academic year, who will lead the Guild in campaigning for change and a better life for students. Being part of the Officer Team is a unique opportunity to change the lives of students for the better, whilst developing valuable skills in a challenging but rewarding environment.Nominations are now open for these Officer positions. These are divided up in Sabbatical (full time) and Non-sabbatical positions (part time). Further details about positions can be found here.

Sabbatical Positions - these are full time and can be done after your degree or you can take a year our from your course. These focus on different areas and involve lobbying the university and other organisations on issues affecting students. The job is paid.

Non sabbatical positions - these are part time and are done alongside your degree. These are more specific and will, on the whole, focus on working with specific groups of students, supporting their needs.Again, a full description of all positions is available here.

Sounds great - what do I do now? Pick up a nomination pack from reception - available from February 2nd.

You will need 10 nominations from fellow students, a manifesto and a 200 word written statement.

*Full list of positions*
Sabbatical Officer Team:
President
Vice President (Democracy & Resources)
Vice President (Education & Access) V
ice President (Housing & Community)
Vice President (Sport)
Vice President (Student Activities & Development)
Vice President (Welfare)

Non-Sabbatical Officer Team:
Ethical & Environmental Officer
Satellite Sites Officer
Womens’ Officer
Ethnic Minorities’
Officer Disabled Students’
Officer Community Action
Officer Home Students’ Officer
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
Trans & Queer Students Officer
Anti Racism & Anti Fascism Officer
International Students Officer

Any questions? e-mail Hannah Lazell (Vice President Democracy and Resources) on h.lazell@guild.bham.ac.uk or democracy@guild.bham.ac.uk