Fitzwilliam JCR Committee Election 2024

This election will decide the JCR Committee for 2023/24. Nominations will be open 10 a.m. on Saturday 9th to 10 p.m. on Saturday 16th. Voting will be open 10 a.m. on Monday 18th until 10 p.m. on Wednesday 20th. You can submit a manifesto until 12 p.m. on the 17th but submitting one before voting opens is recommended. Aaron Lardi (al2118) is the returning officer for these elections.

The polls have closed, and results have been published.

Vice President

The duties of the Vice-President shall be: 1. To replace the President and fulfil the President’s duties and responsibilities during any period of incapacity or absence by the President. 2. To replace the President upon their resignation with immediate effect. 3. To assist the President in all matters arising from the President’s duties and responsibilities. 4. To chair JCR Committee meetings in the event of incapacity or absence by the President. 5. To attend the General Purposes Committee and
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Treasurer

The duties of the Treasurer shall be: 1. To attend meetings of the College General Purposes Committee, the JMA Executive Trustees Committee, and Governing Body. 2. To be the financial administer for the JCR, as detailed in Section 8 of the Standing Orders.
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Secretary

The duties of the Secretary shall be: 1. To coordinate the dates and times of Committee meetings. 2. To prepare the agenda for meetings in consultation with the presiding officer and to circulate these to all JCR committee members. 3. To take the minutes of each meeting. 4. To ensure minutes are available within four days of each meeting. Minutes should be made public to JCR members e.g. posted on the JCR website. 5. To deal with all routine correspondence. 6. To ensure effective communication w
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Female and Non-Binary Welfare Officer

The duties of the Welfare Officer shall be: 1. To promote the general welfare of all JCR Members. 2. To attend and report on any College and University committee meetings (CUSU) pertaining to student welfare when eligible to do so. You should only run for this role if you self identify as Female or NB
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Male and Non-Binary Officer

Post should read "Male and Non-Binary *Welfare* Officer" The duties of the two Welfare Officers shall be: 1. To promote the general welfare of all JCR Members. 2. To attend and report on any College and University committee meetings (CUSU) pertaining to student welfare when eligible to do so. You should only run for this role if you self identify as Male or NB
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BME Officer

The duties of the two BME Officers shall be: 1. To represent the views of BME students at Fitzwilliam College. 2. To support and develop campaigns related to student BME issues. 3. To raise awareness amongst students about BME issues. You should identify as BME to run for this role. If a pair places first in this election, any candidates who are subsequently elected will be asked to step down - this is due to a complication with the JCR standing orders.
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Class Act Officer

The duties of the Class Act Officer shall be: 1. To represent the views of students from a “Class Act” Background at Fitzwilliam College. 2. To support and develop campaigns related to issues faced by students from a “Class Act” Background. 3. To raise awareness amongst students about issues faced by students from a “Class Act” Background. You should only run for this role if you self identify as being from a "Class Act" background
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Disablities and Mental Illness Officer

The duties of the Disability and Mental Illness Officer shall be: 1. To represent the views of Disabled students and students experiencing Mental Illness at Fitzwilliam College. 2. To support and develop campaigns related to issues faced by Disabled students and students experiencing Mental Illness. 3. To raise awareness amongst students about issues faced by Disabled students and students experiencing Mental Illness. You should only run for this role if you self identify as Disabled or as havi
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Environmental Officer

The duties of the Environmental Officer shall be: 1. To attend the Environmental Committee. 2. To conduct and promote environmental activities in College.
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International Officer (2 places)

The duties of the International Officer shall be: 1. To represent the views of International students at Fitzwilliam College. 2. To support and develop campaigns related to issues faced by International students. 3. To raise awareness amongst students about issues faced by International students. You should only run for this role if you are an International Student
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LGBTQ+ Officer

The duties of the LGBTQ+ Officer shall be: 1. To represent the views of LGBTQ+ Students at Fitzwilliam College. 2. To support and develop campaigns related to issues faced by LGBTQ+ Students. 3. To raise awareness amongst students about issues faced by LGBTQ+ Students. You should only run for this role if you self identify as LGBTQ+
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Trans and Non-Binary Officer

The duties of the Trans and Non-Binary Officer shall be: 1. To represent the views of Trans and Non-Binary Students at Fitzwilliam College. 2. To support and develop campaigns related to issues faced by Trans and NonBinary Students. 3. To raise awareness amongst students about issues faced by Trans and NonBinary Students. You should only run for this role if you self-identify as Trans and/or NonBinary
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Women and Non-Binary Officer

The duties of the Women’s Officer shall be: 1. To represent the views of Female students at Fitzwilliam College. 2. To support and develop campaigns related to issues faced by Female students. 3. To raise awareness amongst students about issues faced by Female students. You should only run for this role if you self-identify as a Woman
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Ents Officer (3 places)

The duties of the three Ents Officer shall be: 1. To organise social activities for junior members of the College. 2. To inform JCR members of upcoming JCR events. 3. To organise the JCR handover dinner. 4. To lead on the planning for freshers week. 5. To work with the vice president to organise the college family system. For this role, if you wish to run as a pair or a three, you should make this clear in your manifesto but submit seperate nominations.
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Charities Officer

The duties of the Charities Officer shall be: 1. To lead charitable campaigns in the name of the JCR. 2. To conduct and promote charitable activities in College.
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Academic Affairs Officer

The duties of the Academic Affairs Officer shall be: 1. To attend the Education committee, Lecture Committee and Library committee. 2. To nurture an academic environment with College.
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Accommodation and Services Officer

The duties of the Accommodation and Services shall be: 1. Provide a direct link between the students, domestic staff and catering within College.
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Social Media Officer

The duties of the Social Media Officer shall be: 1. To manage and maintain the JCR’s social media profiles, in an engaging manner. 2. To run social media “takeovers”. 3. To assist the secretary in the publishing of information for students.
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Target and Access Officer

The duties of the Target and Access Officer shall be: 1. To work with College on Target and Access issues and attend the Admissions committee. 2. To promote participation amongst Junior Members in Target and Access initiatives. 3. To maintain the alternative prospectus.
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Website and Technology Officer

The duties of the Website and Technology Officer shall be: 1. maintain the mailing lists of the JCR. 2. maintain the website of the JCR. 3. maintain the online files of the JCR. 4. assist the JCR Committee with any technical requests. 5. assist with the administration of JCR elections and referenda.
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