The Director of External Relations is responsible for keeping the Board of Directors informed of any issues arising at JIBC that may impact our members. They are also responsible for ensuring that JISU’s opinions and positions are effectively communicated to the JIBC administration.

Represent JIBC students in meetings, discussions, and relationship-building activities with local MLAs, MPs, government representatives, and other external stakeholders

Assist in preparing government lobbying and advocacy materials, including briefing notes, submissions, presentations, and other relevant materials

Develop and maintain relationships with external community partners, student organizations, government representatives, and other stakeholders

Attend external meetings, conferences, advocacy activities, and other events on behalf of JISU as required

Availability to work occasional weekends and participate in work-related travel of up to 7 days, including government lobbying activities and BCFS conferences, as required.

Required in-person contribution and commitment until October 2027

Preferred to have some experience in not-for-profit organizations operating similarly to the student society

Required to have at least 7 fellow students nominate the candidate

Minimum hours of contribution: 15 hours per month

The Director of Internal Relations works with Union staff to develop the annual budget, keeps the Board of Directors informed on matters relating to the Union’s finances, and helps ensure members’ funds are being used responsibly.

Responsible for maintaining and updating JISU’s five-year strategic plan

Responsible for developing, reviewing, and maintaining JISU policies

Assist with bank reconciliations and other financial administration

Assist the Director of External Relations with preparing government lobbying and advocacy materials

Assist with preparing reports, documentation, and other materials for members

Required in-person contribution and commitment until October 2027

Preferred to have some experience in not-for-profit organizations operating similarly to the student society

Required to have at least 7 fellow students nominate the candidate

Monthly minimum hours of contribution: 15 hours

The Director of Events works with Union staff to plan and deliver events and student clubs for members throughout the year

Oversees student club operations and supports clubs in troubleshooting operational issues

Supports the planning and development of events for the following academic year

Develops and maintains partnerships with external community organizations to support the continuation of JISU events and programs

Supports Union staff in administering and developing student services offered to members such as the Food Pantry, Deals app, etc.

Works with the Director of Internal Relations to ensure event and student service funds are appropriately allocated and managed

Required in-person contribution and commitment until October 2027

Preferred to have some experience in not-for-profit organizations operating similarly to the student society

Required to have at least 7 fellow students nominate the candidate

Minimum hours of contribution: 15 hours per month

The Director at Large represents the interests, concerns, and needs of JISU members to the Board of Directors.

Supports the Directors of External Relations, Internal Relations, and Events as needed

Assists with organizing and running JISU events and supporting student club activities

Assists the Board with campaigns, initiatives, and other duties as assigned

Required either in-person or remote contribution and commitment until October 2027

Minimum hours of contribution: 10 hours per month

New Westminster Campus Representative - 2 positions available

Regional Campus Representative - 4 positions available

Represents the voice, interests, and concerns of members from their respective campus on the Board of Directors

Supports the Director of Events in organizing and running events and supporting student clubs

Works with Union staff to support and deliver necessary student services to their respective campus

Required to study at your respective campus (Chilliwack, Kelowna (Vernon), Maple Ridge, New West, or Victoria)

Required either in-person or remote contribution and commitment until October 2027

Minimum hours of contribution: 10 hours per month