Become a leader at LUU… Union Affairs and Communications Officer

Become a leader at LUU… Union Affairs and Communications Officer

The following position is available during LeadLUU. This is a full time role, starting on the 1 July, there will be a handover period beforehand.

The salary would be based on the salary for this year, £22,976, plus a cost-of-living- increase which is still to be determined.

The collective duties of the Student Executive are:

·        To be Trustees in the capacity of Officer Trustees on the Board of Trustees (subject to the terms of the Articles of Association).

·        To campaign and consult members on their views, and speak on their behalf.

·        To promote, defend and extend the rights of members.

·        To interpret, implement and uphold Union policy.

·        To be responsible for, and accountable to, the Student Executive as a whole.

·        To ensure Union members are kept up to date on the actions of the Student Executive.

·        To fulfil their roles as outlined in the Student Executive portfolio descriptions and to support, where appropriate, other student representatives in the fulfilment of their roles.

·        To liaise with external organisations appropriate to individual roles.

·        To steer the strategies and policies of LUU ensuring the Union works for students.

·        To act as the spokespersons for the Union.

In addition, the Union Affairs and Communication Officer should:

·        Chair the Board of Trustees, and alongside other Board members, hold the CEO to account and oversee Union finances to make sure LUU works for students

·        Help govern the University [Undertake the role of University Governor] and ensure that students can make LUU, the University and the city of Leeds better through LUU’s democratic system

·        Lead communications from LUU and ensure that LUU and the University are accountable to members

·        Uphold sustainable values at LUU and promote sustainable practices at the University

What has this role achieved over the years…

·        Introduction of Essentials, a holistic basic needs hub supporting students with access to food, and Union / University support services (employment, financial management support) 

·        Created the ‘Let’s Talk About…’ sessions as a new space for open discussions between students, staff and decision makers about the issues really impacting students at Leeds” 

·        Introduced Sanctuary Scholarships at the University of Leeds 

·        Campaigned for the creation of the International and Postgraduate Officer 

This year’s Union Affairs and Communication Officer is Lucy Hart; if you would like to speak to her about the role please contact her on l.hart@leeds.ac.uk

This is an elected role; the nominations close at 2pm on Friday 31 January 2025. If you are interested in standing for this role, please contact luu.pet@leeds.ac.uk and we will arrange to meet with you and send through a Candidates’ Guide that should hopefully answer any questions.