About this role
The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University.
The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution.
In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students.
Job Description
Time Commitment
- Commitment is throughout February and March in delegate training sessions and attending the Winter OUSA General Assembly from March 5-8. The General Assembly is held at University of Western Ontario and will be required to be present for the entire duration of the trip.
- The volunteer will be required to attend mandatory delegate training sessions in February.
- 4 Training Sessions (TBA)
- 1 Facilitated Feedback Session (TBA)
- 1 General Assembly Delegation Prep Session (TBA)
Job Summary
The role of the OUSA delegate is to provide a direct student perspective, experience, and representation of Queen’s students at the General Assembly of OUSA. The Ontario Undergraduate Student Association represents over 250 000 students to advocate for student interests to the provincial government and stakeholders through developed research-based policy papers; these papers are cycled and passed through the General Assembly to ensure to stay representing student interests. You will be acting on behalf of Queen’s alongside the other delegates that make up the Queen’s voting block.
Job Competencies
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Communication
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Organization
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Ownership
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Attention to Detail
Job Duties
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Communication
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Organization
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Ownership
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Attention to Detail
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Attend all training sessions to become familiar with OUSA and the General Assembly process.
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Be productive, efficient and attentive in completing steps assigned to delegates.
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Respect and adhere to all procedures as outlined in the OUSA procedures and policy manual.
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Follow all AMS policy as outlined in the Volunteer Policy and Procedures Manual
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Be contributive, prepared, and engaged with OUSA Breakout sessions, plenary, and training for OUSA General Assembly
Job Requirements
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Ability to be accountable, set expectations and monitor progress of all different aspects of the assembly process to expectations.
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Sound analytical thinking, planning and prioritization skills
Useful Contacts
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Government Affairs Manager at [email protected]
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Commissioner of External Affairs at [email protected]
Other facts
About Alma Mater Society of Queen's University Inc.
Representing over 18,000 Queen's students, the Alma Mater Society is the oldest student government in Canada.
Mission: "To serve and represent the diversity of students at Queen's University"
The AMS oversees the day-to-day operations of 11 student-run services, 700+ student staff, 200+ student volunteers, a number of student government committees aimed at promoting student interests, and over 350 clubs.
Monitored by Director of Marketing and Director of Communications, Monday - Friday, 9-5pm.
What you'll do
- The OUSA delegate represents Queen’s students at the OUSA General Assembly, providing a direct student perspective. Delegates will engage in training and participate in discussions to advocate for student interests.
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