Student-At-Large, Student Advocacy Advisory Committee (SAAC)
Student-At-Large, Student Advocacy Advisory Committee (SAAC)
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Job Description
Reports To:
VP Student Affairs OTSU Board of Directors
About the SAAC
Hi! Im Justin your VP of Student Affairs at OTSU. I want to hear your voice but I also know that I cant represent every student experience alone. Thats why were building the Student Advocacy Advisory Committee (SAAC): to help ensure your ideas needs and concerns are shaping the future of student life at Ontario Tech.
SAAC is a standing committee of the OTSU Board dedicated to identifying advocacy concerns and advising the executive team on priorities initiatives and policies that impact you and your peers.
Why Join
- Make a real difference in student life
- Represent your faculty and peers
- Build leadership experience and grow your voice
- Work directly with OTSU executives and student leaders
- Gain insights into how student advocacy and governance work
- Meet like-minded peers and build your network
Responsibilities
As a member of the SAAC you will:
- Represent student concerns from your faculty
- Provide feedback on advocacy priorities set by OTSU
- Advise executives on student-relevant issues and help shape student-focused policies
- Review and recommend changes to the OTSUs advocacy policy library
- Consult on new programs services and campaigns under development
- Promote open communication between students and the OTSU
- Attend monthly meetings and additional sessions as needed
Who Were Looking For
Were seeking 5 Students-at-Large ideally one from each faculty who:
- Are passionate about student voice equity and institutional change
- Can communicate respectfully and represent peer concerns effectively
- Want to collaborate listen and contribute to collective decision-making
- Are committed to showing up and making a difference
Time Commitment
- Term: One academic year (volunteer basis)
- Meetings: At least twice per term (12 hrs) with potential for more based on priorities or need.
Committee Structure
Youll work alongside:
- OTSU President or their designate
- VP Student Affairs (Chair of the Committee)
- 2 OTSU Board Members
- 4 other Students-at-Large
- A Vice-Chair (elected from within the committee)
Expectations
- Engage constructively in meetings and discussions
- Follow all OTSU and university policies
- Commit to representing your faculty in a respectful and responsible manner
- Collaborate in a way that respects the confidentiality and integrity of the committees work
Ready to Get Involved
If youre passionate about advocacy and want to help shape the student experience at Ontario Tech apply to join the SAAC today!
Have questions Reach out to .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Volunteer
