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Strategy and Governance Lead (President’s Office) Jobs in Vancouver at Alma Mater Society of UBC Vancouver
The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the University of British Columbia’s (UBC) student society, and works to improve the academic, social and personal lives of the 56,000 UBC students at its Vancouver campus. The AMS also runs nine food and beverage outlets, a catering and conference operation, and the AMS Student Nest, providing on-campus employment opportunities and generating revenue that goes directly back into supporting the students at UBC.
Position title: Strategy and Governance Lead (President’s Office)
Reports to: AMS President
Supervises: Referendum Coordinators
Employee status: Hourly Exempt, Appointed
Length of term: May 4, 2026 – April 30, 2027
Hours per week: 20 hours per week
Compensation: $21.00 per hour
Position Purpose
The Strategy and Governance Lead is responsible for assisting and advising the AMS President on matters of strategy, policy, governance, and other relevant areas. This position assists in shaping the strategic direction of the AMS, ensuring strong governance structures, and driving key policy initiatives that align with the AMS Executive’s vision and annual goals. Acting as the chief advisor on strategy, the Lead collaborates closely with the President and the Executive team to set tangible goals, advance policy objectives, and enhance institutional effectiveness. With a proactive and analytical approach, this role ensures that decision-making is informed by data, stakeholder insights, and best practices in governance and strategic planning. In addition, the position is responsible for supporting the President in liaising with AMS Council including answering questions from Councilors, assisting Committees with business, and creating presentations/briefs for Council. The Lead also plays a key role in running referendums for AMS Council, overseeing Referendum Coordinators.
Applicants for this position should be passionate about leadership, strategy, and general governance.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate strategic projects for the President and Executive Committee
- Work with the President and the AMS Executive Committee on goal setting, policy initiatives, and strategic development
- Advise the President on strategic initiatives and matters of crisis and public relations management
- Assist with the coordination and further development of strategic documents and plans
- Work with the AMS’s Clerk of Council and President to organize, engage, and improve AMS Council
- Support the work of AMS Committees to research, review, and create policies
- Undertake consultations with stakeholders on proposed projects
- Assist the President with coordination, administrative duties, and governance of AMS Council, Committees, and other governing bodies
- Compile reports and data analytics based on research projects and mandates
- Assist the President and AMS Council in running a successful referendum campaign
- Assist with the implementation of the AMS Strategic Plan
- Uphold the AMS’s mission, values, constitution, and Strategic Plan
- Administrative and other duties as required by the President
Qualifications and Experience
- Must be a currently registered student at UBC Vancouver or one of its affiliated colleges
- Organized, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Is well equipped to work in an advisory capacity on matters of student affairs
- Is passionate about the success of student-led organizations
- Interested in understanding policy development and implementation of policies
- Must have a keen interest and experience in research
- Experienced with project management
- Proven track record of showing initiative
- Able to work both in a team and individually
- Experience leading a team on project development is an asset
- Experience with strategic development is an asset
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
Please note that the successful candidate must be available for orientation on May 4 and 5.
Application Deadline: 11:59 pm April 12.
At the AMS, we believe that a diverse workforce enriches our organization and we value individual life experiences, knowledge and self-expression that different people bring. We actively seek to create an environment where all employees, regardless of their background, race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristics, feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. We warmly welcome and encourage individuals from any underrepresented group to apply for this position. We are dedicated to maintaining fair and inclusive practices in our hiring, promotion, and professional development processes to create the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Due to the large volume of resumes we receive at the AMS, we are only able to contact those we are interested in interviewing and cannot reply to email/phone/walk-in inquiries regarding application status.
Title: Strategy and Governance Lead (President’s Office)
Company: Alma Mater Society of UBC Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
