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SUBMISSION DOCUMENTS
Members of the Club who wish to run for a position in the Management Committee must complete and submit:
All forms are to be submitted to the Elections Committee by via email (nuscsc.elections@u.nus.edu) during the Nomination Days as stated in the Schedule of Events.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Nomination Period for MC Candidates
6 August 2024, 0000 - 17 August 2024, 2359
Nomination Period for NUSSU Exco Rep Candidates
13 August 2024, 0000 - 20 August 2024, 2359
Electoral Interviews
19 August 2024 - 22 August 2024
Campaigning Period
MC Candidates:
19 August 2024 - 22 August 2024
NUSSU Exco Rep Candidates:
28 August 2024 - 31 August 2024
Cooling Day
MC Candidates: 23 August 2024
NUSSU Exco Rep Candidates: 1 September 2024
MC Candidates Elections
24 August 2024, 0900 - 2200,
25 August 2024, 0900 - 2200,
26 August 2024*, 1800- 2200
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NUSSU Exco Rep Candidates Elections
2 September 2024 - 3 September 2024
general information
What is the Management Committee?
The Management Committee is elected into office annually and plays an important role in the decision-making of the club. It has the authority to exercise the powers and functions of the club and to manage its affairs.
You can find out more about the 22nd Management Committee, as well as the various roles and responsibilities here.
nomination perioD
What am I supposed to do?
Members interested in running for the Management Committee are encouraged to make use of the nomination period to:
- Find out more about the Club
- Find out more about the general objectives of respective positions
- Prepare the nomination form and nominee declaration form
Where can I find out more about the Club and the activities?
You can find out more about NUS CSC from:
Where can I find out more about the general objectives of respective positions?
You can find out more from the Elections Committee by emailing us at nuscsc.elections@u.nus.edu
Alternatively, contact our current office bearers at:
President
Vice President (Regular Volunteering Programmes)
Vice President (Special Projects)
Vice President (Exploratory Programmes)
General Secretary (Regular Volunteering Programmes)
General Secretary (Special Projects)
General Secretary (Exploratory Programmes)
Financial Secretary
Director of Publications and Publicity
Director of Volunteer Management
Director of Welfare Relations
What do I need to submit on nomination days?
Members of the Club who wish to run for a position in the Management Committee must complete and submit:
- The Nominees Declaration Form
Members of the Union who wish to run for NUSSU Exco Rep must complete and submit the following document:
- 46th Exco Representative Nomination Form
Where do I submit the forms?
All forms must be submitted to the Elections Committee via email nuscsc.elections@u.nus.edu
Nominators are required to be active members. Who are active members?
Active members include contributing members of:
- The 22nd Management Committee
- Regular Volunteering Programme Committees in Academic Year 2023/2024
- Exploratory Programme Committees in Academic Year 2023/2024
- Organizing Committees of Special Projects organized in Academic Year 2023/2024
At least one of the Nominator/ Seconder has to be a member of the 22nd Management Committee
The Elections Committee reserves the right to deny eligibility of nominators.
Are nominators required to be present for the election?
No. Nominators may present themselves but it is not compulsory.
Where can I get a copy of the election standing orders?
The election standing orders may be downloaded here.
ELECTORAL INTERVIEW
What is the interview for?
The Electoral Interview allows Election Officers to assess potential candidates' eligibility for the elections and thereafter, provide any necessary information to the candidates.
*NUSSU Exco Rep candidates are not required to undergo an electoral interview
When will I know my schedule for the interview?
The Elections Interview Board will keep you informed about your interview schedule via email within 48 hours after receiving your nomination forms.
When will I know my result for the interview and if my application is successful?
You will be informed via email within 48 hours after attending the interview.
ELECTION DAYS
Who is eligible to vote on Election Days?
To be eligible to vote for a Management Committee position, you must fulfill all of these requirements:
- You must be a member of the Club, which means you must be a registered member under NUS Students' Community Service Club on NUSync.
- You must attend the election procedures briefing conducted at the beginning of each election day (or at suitable intervals as determined by the Elections Committee).
- You must be present for the entire duration of the speech(es) and Q&A(s) by the candidate(s) running for that particular position.
How should I dress for Election Days?
Please be in smart casual attire. Polo tee is allowed.
Who can run for the Presidential Role Member?
Candidates running for positions of President, Vice President (Regular Programmes), Vice President (Special Projects) and/or Vice President (Exploratory Programmes) shall be required to meet the following criterion:
(a) Be either a member of the Management Committee, a Regular Volunteering Programme Committee, Special Project Committee or a Exploratory Programme Committee in the previous Academic Year.
(b) Except if the Management Committee in the previous AY votes, with no less than two-thirds in favour, for a candidate to be able to be granted exception to Criterion (a) and for the positions of President, Vice President (Regular Programmes) and/or Vice President (Special Projects) and/or Vice President (Exploratory Programmes)
If I am running for a position in the Management Committee, what will I do on Election Days?
Candidates running for the positions of President, Vice-President (Regular Programmes), Vice-President (Special Projects) and Vice-President (Exploratory Programmes) will have 30 minutes to present their speech and 30 minutes of Q&A. For each candidate, the time for Q&A may be extended up to 2 times by the members in attendance.
Candidates running for other Management Committee positions will have 20 minutes to present their speech and 15 minutes of Q&A. For each candidate, the time for Q&A may be extended up to 2 times by the members in attendance.
After all the candidates running for a particular position has presented and had their Q&A, the members in attendance will cast their vote for that position. In the event that none of the candidates secured a majority of votes, all the candidates have to re-present themselves for no more than 5 minutes, followed by Q&A for no more than 10 minutes. A second round of voting will be held.
If I am running for a position in the Management Committee, must I attend both Election Days?
Yes.
If I am not running for any positions in the Management Committee, must I attend both Election Days?
No, attendance is optional. You may enter or leave at any time. However, if a candidate is speaking or if votes are being cast or counted, please refrain from doing so to avoid any interruptions.
STANDING COMMITTEES
ELECTIONS COMMITTEE 2024
Returning Officer
Election Officer
Election Officer
Email
Ang Shih Ning (Ms.)
Liese Phong Wen Fang (Ms.)
Soh Kia Hwee Jocelyn (Ms.)
ELECTIONS INTERVIEW BOARD 2024
