EAST15 PRESIDENT

So, you want to be the Leader of the SU?

Apply to be the East15 President next year.

Not quite sure what being the East15 President involves? Keep reading 👇

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Before we dive in the job detail, here are some epic wins from past Student Leaders...

Plan & deliver Welcome events

Which helped to ensure that 98% of students felt like they belong at Essex. The Student Leaders have a say in which day and night events go ahead, advise on the best acts to get for Sub Zero and also help host them.

Cost of living funding

SU President Nashwa (2022-23), secured £1.5million in additional cost of living funding

Introduced SU Eat & Meet

As part of the extra funding secured for cost-of-living. Your Student Leaders launched a new event where any student could come a long to get a free hot meal. Students were encouraged to come with friends, or come alone and chat to some new people whilst eating.

Cultural Celebrations

Essex is a place where you can celebrate the world in one place. The Student Leaders pay a key part in making sure we celebrate the events most important to you. From Lunar New Year to Holi to Diwali and beyond.

Free sanitary products

VP Welfare Dorothy (2021-23) secured funding for free sanitary products in bathrooms across the Colchester campus.

SU Shuttle Bus

The funding for this project was secured by your Student Leaders. A multi-year project, starting three years ago with Samira (SU President 2021-22), and involving Dorothy (VP Welfare 2021-23), Nashwa (VP International 2021-22 & SU President 2022-23), San (Women's Officer 2022-23), and finshing with Nifemi (VP Welfare 2023-25) and Kieran (SU President (2023-24).

24hr Library

Yep! There once was a time when the library would closed. You’ll feel the pain of this if you’re a night owl who *must* get out of the house to study. This was a joint product with all Student Leaders.

Who you'll be

Passionate about improving the student experience at Loughton.
A confident leader who inspires and builds strong relationships.
Adaptable, creative, and able to think outside the box.
Ambitious, decisive, and self-driven.

What you'll do

Represent the educational and welfare needs of students on the Loughton campus.
Attend relevant meetings, report activities, and represent the Students’ Union on internal and external committees.
Encourage and support students to organise their own activities and groups on campus.
Ensure regular communication is sent to students on the Loughton campus.
Build relations and liaise with key personnel at E15 school.
Have flexibility in working hours to ensure that events held in the evenings are fully attended and covered as required within the role.
Prepare a comprehensive handover document for your successor.

As East15 President, you'll also:

Be elected by students, not interviewed, in our East 15 Loughton President election.
Work a one-year, part-time contract (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026).
Adhere to the Union’s governance, bylaws, policies, and accountability procedures.
Work with the Student Leadership Team when relevant.
Monitor and implement SU policy while upholding the Students’ Union’s reputation.
Fairly represent SU members’ opinions and interests internally and externally.
Encourage member participation, lead campaigns, and support initiatives based on student feedback.
Attend relevant meetings, report activities, and represent the Students’ Union on internal and external committees.
Collaborate with staff to achieve goals set by the Trustee Board and Student Council.
Prepare a comprehensive handover document for your successor.

Better than a grad scheme...

No Interviews

Be elected by students, not interviewed, in our all-student election.

Lead Essex SU

With 5 teammates as part of the Student Leadership Team

Represent Students

Be a voice for 13,000 Essex students, making sure their voices are heard.

One year contract

Work a one-year, part-time contract (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026).

The ultimate CV booster

Gain valuable skills & training in leadership, communication, strategy, and public speaking.

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So, you think you’ve got what it takes?

Tell us you're in!

Download the full Job Description here.

And get to know the SU Leadership Election process here.

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