WUSA Strategic Long Range Planning Committee – At-Large Member Waterloo Undergraduate Student A[...]

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Waterloo, Canada Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) Full time

Term: Aug 2024 thru April 2025
Positions Available: 2 at-large seats
Hours: Approx. 4-8 hours per month (some periods through the year may bring more frequent meetings). This includes checking-in with committee chair biweekly on upcoming business.

This role is hybrid, so undergrads can still apply if they are unable to attend meetings in person as virtual options will be available.

Qualifications:

  • Current undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo.
  • Available to meet at least once per month for the duration of the role.
  • Role cannot be done concurrently with paid part-time or co-op employment at WUSA due to Board Policy.

Key Competencies:

Note: we do not expect any individual to have all of these competencies

  • Passion and motivation for deliberative processes and decision-making
  • Mindset for strategic planning with an attention to detail
  • Able to listen and take diverse perspectives into account, understanding the importance of equity in decisions
  • Knowledgeable about different aspects of the University of Waterloo community
  • Understanding and interpreting data collected from research would be an asset

Responsibilities:

  • To attend the meetings of the committee
  • To read prepared materials in advance of meetings
  • To have respectful, professional discussions at committee meetings
  • To communicate any conflicts of interest with the chair of the committee to ensure fair and equitable decisions
  • This committee will have staff secretarial support to provide context if needed. This is also a great opportunity for anyone who might want to explore further leadership roles in the future.

Strategic & Long-Range Planning Committee

MANDATE: To support the Board in fulfilling its strategic duties and drive the development and implementation of the corporation’s Long-Range Plan. Every five (5) years, this Ad-Hoc Committee is required to oversee the development (with appropriate consultation) of a cohesive Long-Range Plan, for recommendation of adoption by the Board.

COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Advising on the strategic and long-range matters of the organization, particularly to the Board, Executive Director, and the Ownership Consultation Committee
  • Reviewing and providing feedback, within the context of the Long-Range Plan and Charter, on strategic planning documents for approval by the Board of Directors
  • Reviewing and approving, within the context of the Long-Range Plan and Charter, on behalf of the Board of Directors
  • Assisting, as needed, the Board and Executive Director with the development of strategic planning material, including annual and communications plans
  • Overseeing the development of the Long-Range Plan within the context of the Charter, Bylaws, and Policies of the Corporation;
  • Performing the responsibilities of a committee established in the corporate bylaws.

No resumé necessary. Please include a statement outlining your interests and any past relevant experience from other roles. It is important to state why you would like to work on that committee.

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