Speaker

  • Contract

Company Description

L'Association Étudiante de l'Université de McGill est présentement en période d'embauches. Avec plus de 20,000 membres, l'AÉUM a pour rôle de représenter les étudiants et de leur offrir des services depuis 1908.

The Student's Society of McGill University (SSMU) is currently hiring. With over 20,000 members, SSMU's role is to represent students and to offer services since 1908.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The duties of the Speaker shall be to open and preside over Governance meetings, including the Legislative Council, Board of Directors (when applicable), and the General Assembly in a fair and impartial manner in both official languages, according to the SSMU Internal Regulations and Constitution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  1. Open and preside over meetings of the Legislative Council, General Assemblies, and Board of Directors, when applicable, in a fair and impartial manner in both official languages; 
  2. Serve as Chair for the SSMU Steering Committee; 
  3. Support the Parliamentarian with preparing all necessary documents for the Steering Committee before Legislative Council meetings and General Assemblies; 
  4. Send reminders to Legislative Council and the SSMU Membership and campus media for General Assemblies pertaining to meeting notices and deadlines;
  5. Provide orientation and training on SSMU's governing documents and rules of procedure to Councillors; 
  6. During meetings of the Legislative Council, Board of Directors, and General Assemblies, assist the Parliamentarian to control and edit documents if need be (minutes and motions); 
  7. After meetings of the Legislative Council, Board of Directors, and General Assemblies, finalize documents, in collaboration with the Parliamentarian;
  8. Co-chair the SSMU Accountability Committee with the Parliamentarian;
  9. Work with the Parliamentarian and Communications Department to ensure that the Legislative Council and General Assembly meeting physical space or digital platform is set up;
  10. Compile and publicize the Voting Record of meetings of the Legislative Council;
  11. Work in collaboration with the Parliamentarian and the Governance Manager to ensure updated documents are accessible on Google Drive and on the website;
  12. Liaise with Councillors, Executives, staff and Members for various inquiries;
  13. Interpretation of the SSMU’s governing documents as required.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS:

To undertake other duties and responsibilities as described in the SSMU Constitution and internal Regulations and as may be assigned by the Governance Manager and the President.

SUPERVISION REQUIRED:

The Speaker receives general direction from the Governance Manager and guidance from the President.

 

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

  1. Meet the eligibility requirements of a SSMU Member, as defined in the SSMU Constitution;

  2. Diligence and impartiality in execution of duties is required;

  3. Strong communication skills in English and French is required;

  4. Strong knowledge of parliamentary rules of procedure, specifically Robert's Rules of Order and Code Véronneau required;

  5. Strong knowledge of Zoom and G-Suite is required;

  6. Strong time management and organization skills is essential;

  7. Knowledge of the SSMU's Constitution, Internal Regulations, Policies & Plans is essential;

  8. Strong conflict resolution skills is desirable;

  9. Competence working in a high-pressure work environment is desirable.

Additional Information

  • Paid position: $17.84
  • Contract dates: Mid-June, 2023 to May 31st 2024
  • Application Closes: June 16, 2023

CONFIDENTIALITY:

It is understood and agreed that all matters to the SSMU and those clubs association or groups forming part of the SSMU are to be kept in the strictest of confidence, and nothing regarding the operations, policies and general activities of the SSMU or its constituent groups shall be divulged to any third party without the express consent of the General Manager and/or the Executive Committee of the SSMU.

 

At the SSMU, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where everyone feels valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. If you require accommodation(s) for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.