Government Services Manager

Job title - Government Services Manager

Reports to - Senior Manager, Advocacy and Government Services

Please submit your application in the link below by Friday February 16, 2024 @ 4:30 PM:

https://westernusc.forms-db.com/view.php?id=550273

Questions? - applications@westernusc.ca

OVERVIEW

About the Organization

The University Students’ Council (USC) is the official student association for more than 30,000 undergraduate students at Western University. Incorporated in 1965, we are widely viewed as one of the most reputable and effective student associations in North America. With a $30 million dollar operating budget, 50 full-time staff, and hundreds of part-time student staff and volunteers, the USC provides a robust offering of programs, services, and operations that significantly contributes to Western’s best student experience.

We own and operate two restaurants, a clothing retail store, and a movie theatre; we facilitate the undergraduate health and dental plan, the student transit pass, and late night shuttle busses; we run major events including Western’s Orientation Program, the Purple Concert Series, and Beer Fest; we provide peer support through a comprehensive peer network, the Peer Support Centre, and our on-campus Food Bank; and at our core, we are an advocacy organization, representing the voices of Western undergraduates to the university and all levels of government.

Our organization is led by a team of six student executives who work full-time on one-year terms. With the endorsement of the USC’s 46 student councilors and support of the USC’s 8 student directors, the student executive directs all activities of the USC.

The USC offers a dynamic and exciting work environment, and an unparalleled place to grow as a professional and a person. With generous benefits, extensive professional development opportunities, and a highly supportive work culture, we pride ourselves on being a great place to develop and contribute to a meaningful cause. Our full-time staff are inspired by our ambitious and energetic student leaders every day to work passionately and collaboratively to achieve our mission and vision: to enhance the educational experience and quality of life for all undergraduates at Western and that students have the power to change the world. Our core values dictate that we are democratic, inclusive, student led, accountable to our students, and operate with integrity.

About the Department

Advocacy and Government Services provides governance, policy, and research support to the decision makers at the USC. Our department responds to the needs of our student leaders and campus community to inform strong, evidence based advocacy and policy making.

Job purpose

The Government Services Manager supports the work of Council through training and development, corporate record keeping, and an up to date knowledge of the USC’s bylaws, policies, and procedures. Overseeing the research and elections functions of the USC, this role will contribute to an evidence-based advocacy and decision making process. Finally, the Government Services manager is expected to approach their work with a coaching mentality that focuses on providing unbiased, evidence-based options to student leaders.

Duties and responsibilities

Council Support

• Support the Speaker and Deputy Speaker in leading Council meetings.
• Develop and execute a professional development program for Council over a year long cycle.
• Support each member of council to develop and execute a legislative agenda.
• Support members of the Council and others at USC to ensure completion of action items from each council meeting.
• Work with the Council Support Coordinator to ensure good corporate record keeping and transparency.
• Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of all By-Laws, Policies and Procedures at the USC.
• Coach and mentor student leaders to utilize unbiased and evidence-based options in their role.
• Attend all Council meetings and subcommittee meetings

Policy

• Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of all By-Laws, Policies and Procedures at the USC.
• Support execution of the Corporate Policy Review Cycle.
• Work with the Council Support Coordinator to ensure the following:
• All corporate documents are archived and effective naming conventions are used.
• Creation of standing committee meetings and council meeting agendas.
• Minutes are taken for all subcommittees and council meetings and included in future agenda packages for approval.
• Documents discussed at council meetings are updated, archived and posted to the USC website.

Elections

• Provide training and support to the Elections Governance Committee through a yearly onboarding process.
• Plan and execute yearly Campaign School.

Qualifications

• A University Degree is required
• 2-3 Years management experience preferred
• Experience in an advocacy or government relations environment preferred
• Previous experience in a student politics is an asset

Working conditions

• This position is required to be in-office.
• This position requires a flexible schedule to accommodate evening meetings; core office hours are 8:30-4:30 with evening meetings occurring 4-5 days each month.
• Some evenings (minimum 2 per month) and occasional weekend work required.
• Working at a desk and with a computer for long periods will be required

Key Relationships

• USC staff
• Western Departments

Direct reports

• Coordinator, Council Support
• Research Analyst

Additional benefits

• Cell phone Allowance
• Transportation Allowance
• Competitive Health and Dental Benefits
• Extensive Mental Health Coverage
• Wellness Allowance
• Paid December Holiday Break
• Paid June/July Fridays off
• Paid first week of July off
• Additional Vacation entitlement
• Group Pension/RRSP
• Merit Bonus
• Professional Development Allowance
• Education Allowance for Candidate (Includes Family Members)
• Flexible Health Spending Account
• In-Office Gym Facilities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• London, ON N6A 3K7 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• London, ON N6A 3K7: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person