Hey MUN-ers! The Singapore Model United Nations (SMUN) 2015 Secretariat is opening up applications for recruitment into our Organising Committee! If you’re interested in being a part of Singapore’s flagship MUN Conference and one of the region’s most prestigious, do sign up here: tinyurl/SMUN2015Secretariat SMUN 2015 will be taking place from 8-12 June 2015. Here is a breakdown of the positions we are looking to recruit: Academic Committee • Under-Secretary General (Academics) The SMUN 2015 Secretariat is looking for capable and dynamic individuals to assist the head USG (Acad) in overseeing the Academic Committee’s work progress and development and execution. Candidates are expected to have considerable capabilities in the conceptualisation of debate topics, a strong proficiency in academic writing as well as a deep appreciation of global and regional affairs. A USG (Acad) manages the process of committee formation and execution, as well as chair training and on the ground supervision during the actual event in an effort to ensure top-level debate quality for SMUN 2015. As such, prior experience in university-level MUN Conferences not limited to previous SMUNs will be greatly favourable. • Committee Chairpersons The principal arbitrators of all discussions taking place during SMUN, especially in-charge of ensuring that committees debate and vote in an orderly manner. Chairpersons are expected to be objective and able to appreciate and facilitate the exchange of varying perspectives from conflicting interests and normative considerations. Candidates with prior experience in arbitrating disputes, organising debates or even in chairing MUN committees will be looked upon favourably. In-depth and up-to-date knowledge in the functions and concerns of multilateral organisations are a definite advantage, but enthusiastic newcomers to the MUN fraternity are also welcome so long as they are willing to pick up relevant skill sets and learn on the job. • Press Directorate The Acad Comm is looking for candidates who have a keen interest in the study of international journalism or press coverage of events happening globally, to spearhead the Press Committee that will simulate multinational news agencies in reporting and analysing current affairs. The Director (Press) will organise a team of like-minded enthusiasts in preparing and scoping the normative backgrounds of news agencies to be represented at the conference by delegates. Candidates with prior experience in MUN Press committees either as a participant or as a committee member involved in planning will be looked upon favourably. Insight and understanding of the various multinational news agencies and the way they function is not a pre-requisite but will be an advantage. • Crisis Directorate The Director (Crisis) of Acad Comm is looking for individuals who are especially interested in running debates and discussions based on afore-planned but unrevealed developments faced by Committees. These developments will be injected throughout committee debates in order to stimulate situational appreciation and response by participants. Executives in the Crisis Committee must be prepared to maintain order and objectivity in a possibly erratic and tense atmosphere in order to build consensus. Persons with prior experience in the Crisis Committee of MUN whether as Chairpersons or participants will be preferred. Conference Management Committee • Events and Logistics Directors/Executives Conference Management shoulders three key responsibilities: 1) Oversee and ensure the smooth execution of the ceremonies 2) Supplement the delegates academic experience with memorable and fun-filled programmes 3) Provide the logistical backbone for the conference, tackling venues, food, printing, and other challenges. Conference Management is looking for reliable and motivated individuals who are committed to providing SMUN 2015 delegates with the best possible experience. Prior relevant experience with logistics and event planning is appreciated, but not necessary. Delegate Liaisons Team • Local Liaisons • Foreign Liaisons As part of our Delegate Liaisons team, you will be a key point of contact for both our local and/or international delegates before, during and even after the conference. You will be responsible for managing delegate relations- attending attentively to any enquiries, hosting the delegates during the conference, and managing any unforeseen situations that may crop up - ultimately providing our delegates with an unforgettable experience at SMUN 2015. With plans for SMUN 2015 to be the biggest SMUN to date, be sure that you will have a challenging yet fulfilling time. Delegate Liaisons is looking for outgoing and committed individuals with excellent interpersonal skills. Outreach and Publicity Force • Publicity • Publications The Outreach team is looking for fun, enthusiastic and creative friends who are committed to reaching out to SMUN 2015s stakeholders via the various online and offline tools at our disposal. Prior relevant experience with illustrator and/or copy writing and/or event marketing would be greatly appreciated, but not essential! If you would have any further enquiries, feel free to drop us an e-mail at [email protected].
Posted on: Mon, 27 Oct 2014 14:18:24 +0000
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