LGBT Officer

Cambridge

This position is subject to annual review and ratification at Union Council.

All part-time, elected Executive Officers shall:

• work to further the union's objects and purposes as defined in the union constitution
• help with the successful running of relevant campaigns and events including induction activities, and as directed by the Site Executive Committee
• be an active member of the Site Executive Committee
• carry out all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the union's Health and Safety Policy
• carry out all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the union's Equal Opportunities Policy
• carry out all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the union's Staff/Student Protocol
• consider the development of the Union's facilities and services as an integral part of their role
• undertake other duties relevant to their positions as directed by the Executive Committee

In addition to the general duties outlined above, these part-time officers will have additional responsibilities outlined below:

• Self define as lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans
• Be an executive officer of the students' union and represent the needs and opinions of LGBT students to the executive
• Scrutinise both the union and college Equal Opportunities policies to ensure that they protect the rights of and promote the involvement of LGBT students
• Work with the Student Experience and relevant Officers to produce materials and resources to inform and educate all students about LGBT students' issues, particularly those surrounding
• Campaign on a local level against discrimination
  work with the NUS LGBT Campaign and other organisations such as Trade Unions and relevant LGBT organisations
• Ensure that this union fully engages in the democratic processes of the NUS LGBT Campaign, for example, submitting motions and sending delegates to conference
• In co-operation with relevant officers run appropriate campaigns specific to LGB students.
• Convene and chair the union's LGBT forum