Student Union Governance Chair

Facilitate democratic student governance with the Dalhousie Student Union in Halifax, using meeting procedures and neutral discussion leadership. This appointment runs from November 2026 to April 2027.

As Council Chair, you will support effective governance for more than 18,000 students. The position develops skills in bylaws, policy interpretation, meeting facilitation, and regulatory compliance through training and direct experience. You will collaborate with Council and the Executive Team while supervised by the Policy and Governance Coordinator.

• Guide respectful, productive Council discussions and debate
• Prepare agendas, circulate documents, and track attendance
• Preside over Council and Annual General meetings
• Record decisions and communicate them to relevant representatives
• Coordinate committees, training sessions, and meeting platforms

• Experience with Robert’s Rules or formal meeting procedures
• Ability to remain neutral during discussion and debate
• Excellent English speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Interest in bylaws, policy, governance, or facilitation

Support Dalhousie Student Union governance through neutral facilitation, careful documentation, and strong understanding of formal meeting procedures.