Edinburgh Napier Students’ Association (ENSA) exists to enable students to make the most of their university experience. We do this by representing, supporting and developing Edinburgh Napier students to be successful in their studies; to try out new things; to engage in, and contribute to, university life; to be healthy and happy; to bring about positive change; and to have fun.
Joining the Societies Volunteer Committee offers an opportunity to work alongside the ENSA to positively shape the future of student societies. As a committee member, you will collaborate closely with the President for Societies & Community to influence key decisions that support the growth, development, and success of our societies.
This is a chance to play a meaningful role in making societies at Edinburgh Napier more inclusive, dynamic, and student led. Whether you're passionate about fairness, funding, wellbeing, or community building, your voice and perspective will be valued.
Hours: Members of the committee are expected to attend a monthly meeting on Wednesday afternoons. There will also be additional opportunities to get involved across various projects and events, outlined below.
Location: Meetings will take place preferably in person, on Merchiston Campus. Hybrid attendance will be possible in exceptional circumstances.
Key Responsibilities
Societies Award Panel:
- Shortlist the top three candidates for each award category.
- Contribute to the final decision-making process to determine the winners.
Development Fund Panel:
- Review funding applications from various societies.
- Approve applications and allocate funding based on valuable projects.
- Provide constructive feedback to declined applicants, suggesting improvements for future applications.
Policy Review and Approval:
- Evaluate and approve new updates on policies.
- Review current policies and suggest changes/ improvements to the ENSA staff team.
Disciplinary Panels:
- Hear different disciplinary complaints.
- Support the panel in deciding the outcomes of the disciplinary.
Societies Related Events:
- Assist in planning and organising the annual Awards Ball and Varsity events.
- Contribute to decisions on bands, decorations, table numbers, and other event details.
- Attend Societies Forums, supporting the elected president in getting students opinions.
Incentives
- Free Macron societies volunteer kits provided.
- Discounted Awards Ball Ticket (depending on your engagement levels throughout the year).
- A chance to have your voice and inputs heard on how we can improve societies at Napier.
- Develop skills for your CV.
- Contribute to the Napier Community.
How to Apply
Please apply by sending a 100 word paragraph on why you would like to be a part of the Societies Volunteer committee to societies@napierstudents.com or/and e.eghan@napier.ac.uk *
Eligibiility
- You should be an Edinburgh Napier University Student who is a member of a Napier Society.
Closing date: 12pm on Monday 15 September.
Important dates
- 18 & 19 September: Introduction chats
- 1 October: First Societies Volunteer Committee meeting