Title:  Executive Director    Company Name:   Halifax Student Alliance
 
 Location: Halifax
 
 Job Type: Fulltime

 Job Description:

Responsibilities
. Research and write position papers on behalf of the Halifax Student Alliance, as directed by the board to assist with policy development
. Assist in the development of all policy statements, standing orders and bylaws
. Prepare and distribute news releases in accordance with Halifax Student Alliance policy statements
. Prepare and coordinate briefing documents, media conferences, and awareness events as directed by the membership
. Maintain coordination with external groups, government officials and other student organizations as required
. Supervise the home office and manage the financial affairs in conjunction with the treasurer, and operational affairs of the office.
. Other duties as determined by the board, chair and officers

Qualifications
. Experience in policy development - specifically surrounding transportation, housing and crime and safety issues
. Experience in advocacy work
. Knowledge of municipal and provincial government jurisdictions
. Completion of a post-secondary degree an asset
. Experience working with student groups an asset
. Self-motivated, ability to work unsupervised

Details
. 30 hours/week
. The successful candidate will begin working as soon as possible, with the term ending on June 1st 2008. There is potential for extension of the contract.

 How To Apply:

Mailing Address:

Mark Coffin (Chair, Halifax Student Alliance)
6136 University Avenue, Suite 222
Halifax, N.S., B3H 4J2

E-mail Address: dsuvped@dal.ca

Fax Number: 902.494.6647

Application Cut-off Date: 01-12-2008

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