Call for Nominations: GSS Financial Officer

We are currently accepting nominations for the position of Financial Officer. If you are interested in contributing to the Graduate Student Society in a leadership role and exercising strategic oversight over the Society’s financial operations, we encourage you to apply.

As an elected executive position, this role offers an incredible opportunity to develop executive leadership skills, manage a multi-million dollar non-profit enterprise, and directly support the graduate student community at UBC.

Key Responsibilities

Based on the GSS Bylaws and Executive Policy, the Financial Officer will:

Oversee the financial operations of the GSS to ensure smooth, compliant, and transparent processes.
Report monthly to the GSS Council on the Society’s current financial and investment position.
Prepare and present the annual budget and trimester financial statements.
Facilitate the annual audit of financial records at the end of each fiscal year.
Supervise and support GSS staff on institutional financial matters.

Position Details & Compensation

Type: Elected Executive Position
Yearly Honorarium: $21,265.20 (paid in semi-monthly installments)
Term & Commitment: Requires a minimum of 13 hours of work per week, including 3 to 6 hours of guaranteed, in-person office presence at the Thea Koerner House.

Election & Timeline

The election for this position will take place democratically during the upcoming GSS Council meeting.

Application Deadline: Monday, July 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Noon)
Election Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Meeting Location: Online via MS Teams (Link to be provided to candidates)

How to Apply

To submit your nomination, please prepare the following items:

A Cover Letter detailing your interest and relevant experience.
A brief Bio (100–200 words) to be shared with the Council.

Please email both documents directly to Hayley Lawrence (President) at president@gss.ubc.ca and Maria Mawyin (Administrative Assistant) at aa@gss.ubc.ca before the deadline.