We currently have three positions available on the committee which will commence in December for a 2-year term from December 2026 to December 2028.
Positions Available:
- Chair
- Communications Officer
- Events Officer (Joint Position)
Key Dates:
- Nominations Close on Monday 30 November 17:00 GMT
- The election will run from Wednesday 2 December until Tuesday 15 December at 17:00 GMT
How to Apply:
If you are interested in standing for the Committee, please complete the online nomination form to put yourself forward for one of the positions: Graduate Forum Committee Elections Nomination Form.
The form will ask for a brief bio and a 100-word statement outlining your motivation for joining the UACES Graduate Forum committee and how your experience will help you in the role. We recommend preparing these in advance
You must be a UACES member in order to run for election. Please note that group members are not eligible to stand in elections. If you are a member via a group membership and wish to stand, you should join as a PhD Researcher, Early Career or Individual member. It would be desirable (but not essential) that these positions are filled by people who are still completing their PhD.
If you have any questions about the roles or elections, please contact Daniel Marshall (dmarshall@uaces.org).
If you’d like to speak to any of the current committee members about the roles, you can find their information on our website at: https://www.uaces.org/gfcommittee. Alternatively, Daniel can put you in contact by email.
The Roles Available
Find out more about the positions advertised this year
- Chair
- To chair the UACES Graduate Forum Committee, ensuring all members are active and engaged.
- To lead the UACES Graduate Forum Committee on the delivery of all activities including events, communications, and membership retention and recruitment.
- To be a UACES Graduate Forum representative at meetings and conferences and via their networks, proactively promoting the Graduate Forum and membership benefits.
- To chair sessions at the Graduate Forum Conference and Doctoral Training Academy.
- To be the members’ representative on the UACES Committee and relevant Working Groups for items relating to the Graduate Forum Committee.
- To advocate for and pursue strategic partnerships that support UACES’ charitable objectives relating to the Graduate Forum.
- To delegate authority or chairing of a UACES Graduate Forum Committee meeting to another Graduate Forum Committee member in the event that they cannot carry out their duties.
- Communications Officer
- Working with the Graduate Forum Committee and UACES Office, create and deliver a communications plan that promotes the work of the Graduate Forum and its events.
- To be a UACES Graduate Forum representative at meetings and conferences and via their networks, proactively promoting the Graduate Forum and membership benefits.
- To chair sessions at the Graduate Forum Conference and Doctorial Training Academy.
- To be the members’ representative on the UACES Engagement Working Group and attend virtual meetings for items relating to the Graduate Forum Committee.
- To advocate for and pursue strategic partnerships that support UACES’ charitable objectives relating to the Graduate Forum.
- To deputise for the Chair as and when appropriate.
- Events Officer
- Working with the Graduate Forum Committee and UACES Office, create and deliver an annual events plan that includes the Graduate Forum Conference, Doctoral Training Academy and webinar series.
- To be a UACES Graduate Forum representative at meetings and conferences and via their networks, proactively promoting the Graduate Forum and membership benefits.
- To chair sessions at the Graduate Forum Conference and Doctorial Training Academy.
- To be the member’s representative on the UACES Events Working Group and attend virtual meetings for items relating to the Graduate Forum Committee.
- To advocate for and pursue strategic partnerships that support UACES’ charitable objectives relating to the Graduate Forum.
- To deputise for the Chair as and when appropriate.
Please note this is a joint position, working alongside our other Events Officer Ilaria Lorusso
As well as this, GF Committee Members are expected to work together on a number of tasks and follow the general terms of reference which are outlined in the Graduate Forum Committee Terms of Reference document. Please be sure to review this before completing the nomination form.
All positions will be supported by the main UACES office. The office is available to provide guidance to role holders and will facilitate meetings of the committee. The UACES office funds travel and accommodation for the Graduate Forum Conference and the Doctoral Training Academy.
Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core values at UACES, and all Committee Members are expected to demonstrate their commitment to our EDI policy.
We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for UACES members, committees, and staff. The UACES community strives to be one where people feel safe, where differences are accepted, where engagement is apparent and where all contributions are encouraged, valued and respected.
We particularly welcome nominations from candidates who are underrepresented in the community.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the nomination and selection process, on commencement, or once elected. You can request support by contacting Kerry Cole, Executive Director at kcole@uaces.org.
Our EDI Officer is available for a confidential conversation with candidates with specific questions or concerns regarding our EDI policy