Part-Time Officers

Preferenda Portfolio Part-Time Officers 2024/25

These roles are voluntary, part-time executive roles. The students elected into the post will remain in office until July 31st.  

The roles available are:

Liberation Caucuses

Black Students Caucus 

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Women’s Caucus  

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

LGBTQ+ Students Caucus 

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Disabled Students Caucus 

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Trans* and Gender Identity Students Caucus 

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Working Class Students Caucus 

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Portfolio Roles

International Student Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Sustainability Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

International Student Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Anti-racism Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Afrikan Studies Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Mature Students Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Sports Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Mental Health Awareness and Neurodivergent Student Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Distance Learning Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Students Against Security & Surveillance (SASS) Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Campaigns Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

Open-Place Officer

Salary: Voluntary 

Dates: 21st November 2025 – 31st July 2026 

Hours: Approx 2-3 hours per week 

 

Responsible for championing sustainable initiatives within the SU and University, working closely with the Officer Team and relevant Union and University staff.  

Coordinate the work and campaigns relating to sustainability with the rest of the SU, in order to ensure that such activities are as effective and engaging as possible 

Work with the wider Executive Committee to deliver campaigns and activities as laid out by Union Policy on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work alongside students, finding out their views and experiences and advocating on their behalf on matters relating to sustainability. 

Acting in students interests by supporting student led campaigns and projects relating to sustainability to improve their experience 

Where requested to do so, represent SOAS students on School Committees on matters relating to sustainability. 

Work closely with other Union Officers and Union Staff members 

Engage in collective decision making and accountability with the Executive Committee by being accountable to them, consulting them before taking actions where practical, reporting activities as well as facilitating other members work  

Support democracy and promote active citizenship within the SU by attending and participating in democratic meetings such as General Meetings and Union Forums. 

Create positive change in the SU by carrying out Union Policy set by members and your manifesto points. 

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