The University of British Columbia’s Model United Nations 2011 is hiring! We invite you to be part of this dynamic team of student volunteers to make the 18th annual UBCMUN assembly the best one yet. Previous Model UN experience is not necessary for a number of these positions, so we urge anyone with the slightest interest to take advantage of this opportunity and apply.

The following descriptions are guidelines and may be modified prior to the hiring process to better reflect the qualifications and strengths of the successful applicants.

Please send a cover letter stating the position you are applying for, and be sure to include your proposed contribution to the UBCMUN 2011 Secretariat. Please send that along with your most recent cover letter to sg@ubcmun.org. Applications will not be accepted after February 25th, 2010.

For more information about the conference itself, please see our website at www.ubcmun.org or send an e-mail to sg@ubcmun.org.

Secretary General (SG): Dominika Ziemczonek

The Secretary-General must possess strong leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills. They are responsible for ensuring that UBCMUN is maintained as a high-quality conference academically, logistically and socially. Ultimately, the SG must ensure that the conference is well advertised, well-attended, and well-run. The SG is also responsible for proposing, creating and facilitating a 4th year UBC Student Directed Seminar for Committee Directors, which is based on international issues surrounding the United Nations and its adjoining bodies, international diplomacy, as well as the UBCMUN rules and topics.

Under Secretary General (USG): Jaskiran Kaur

The USG must be an experienced delegate, with an exceptional grasp on the rules and procedures of MUN. The USG will be responsible for choosing committee topics and crises, in conjunction with the Secretary General and IPC Director. Therefore, it is essential that they are well versed in international politics. Furthermore, the USG will assist in any matter requiring extra-attention in the months leading up to the conference, including recruitment.

Director of Logistics: To be filled

The Director of Logistics must be attentive to details, organized and exceptionally thorough when dealing with matters of importance. The Director will be assisting the Secretary General in all matters of registration, especially in dealing with delegates’ registration issues. Therefore, this person must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills. This director will be responsible for liaising with the venue itself to arrange conference details. The Director of Logistics will also be responsible for organizing a guest speaker with the aid of the USG, in addition to organizing the main delegate social event in coordination with the Director of Delegate Affairs.

Director of Delegate Affairs: To be filled

The Director of Delegate Affairs must be a detail-oriented, creative and an extremely organized individual. This Director will be responsible for organizing several events, including information sessions for first-time delegates and the conference’s delegate social event in coordination with the Director of Logistics. The Director of Delegate Affairs must be able to respond to a high volume of e-mails in a prompt and professional manner. Finally, the Director of Delegate Affairs will also be responsible for managing delegate conference materials such as nametags, placards, etc.

Director of Finance: To be filled

The Director of Finance must be familiar with Excel and be able to maintain a constantly updated budget. This candidate must be comfortable liaising with IRSA executives to pursue financial decisions in the best interest of UBCMUN. The Director of Finance will be responsible for finding, applying and securing grants from both previously used and creative new outlets.

Director of Sponsorship: To be filled

The Director of Sponsorship must be able to confidently present the best aspects of UBCMUN to potential sponsors while maintaining a professional demeanor when dealing with clients. The Director of Sponsorship will be responsible for running at least one fundraising event (i.e. Tight and Bright) prior to the conference, as well as obtaining sponsors for certain aspects of the conference (printing, advertising and delegate materials).

Director of Volunteers: To be filled

The Director of Volunteers must be outgoing and confident when seeking volunteers of all backgrounds. They must be able to give presentations when necessary, and willing to reply to large amounts of emails. Excellent organizational and leadership skills are essential, as the Director of Volunteers will be called upon to manage and schedule upwards of 150 volunteers.

Director of Recruitment: To be filled

The Director of Recruitment must exhibit strong communication skills, unending persistence and outstanding organization skills. This portfolio includes contacting local and international universities and high schools to promote UBCMUN and attract a wide-range of delegations. The Director of Recruitment must be driven and willing to introduce and implement new strategies on how to increase UBCMUN’s presence on and off campus.

Director of the International Press Corp: To be filled

The Director of the International Press Corp must have outstanding communication skills, particularly written, as they will be responsible for ensuring all external documents are professional and accurate. The IPC Director should also be familiar with international news and politics as they will also be responsible for managing the crisis and all conference press releases in coordination with the USG and SG. During the conference they are responsible for a team of editors as well as the entire IPC. Strong leadership qualities are essential for success in this position.

Director of Design and Technical Affairs: To be filled

The Director of Design and Technical Affairs must be creative, take pride in their own work and possess unfailing knowledge regarding all practical computer skills. This position entails web design, poster and document design, in addition to the management of other technical issues that arise prior to and during the conference. This position may be divided between two applicants if particular strengths are observed during the interview process. Candidates should be ready to produce a portfolio at time of interview.

The organizers of UBCMUN 2010 would like to extend a profound thank you to all those that helped make this 17th Assembly an amazing event: organizers, directors, volunteers, sponsors, special guests, and delegates.  With nearly 300 delegates, this was the largest UBCMUN conference ever! It was an incredible weekend and it will be kept as a vivid memory; photos of the conference as well as YouTube videos of the Press Conferences, Opening Ceremony Speech Competition, and Keynote Speaker's speech will be posted online over the next few days. We hope to see you again in January 2011!

This year we have two fantastic social events lined up for both delegates under and over 19.

For those who are underage, or simply want to kick back and bowl for the night, we have reserved lanes at Commodore Lanes and Billiards. Once you tire of bowling, there are plenty of other things to keep you occupied, including pool and air hockey tables. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s main entertainment district in Downtown, there are plenty of sights to see around Commodore if you feel up to a walk.

For those delegates that are over 19 and are looking to carry out diplomatic negotiations on the dance floor, we have complimentary cover to one of Vancouver’s hottest night clubs, Gossip.

http://www.gossipnightclub.com/

105B-750 Pacific Boulevard Vancouver, BC

Located at False Creek in Downtown, next to BC Place Olympic Stadium (Click here for map)

COMMODORE LANES & BILLIARDS (Click here for map)

Granville Entertainment District, Downtown
838 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K3

The 17th annual UBCMUN has sold out in record time! Registration for UBCMUN 2010 is now closed. Any questions regarding outstanding fees should be referred to Sarah Chambers at sg@ubcmun.org. Thanks to everyone for your support and we are looking forward to meeting all of you January 8th at the Coast Plaza Hotel in Vancouver, Canada!