Young Alumni Council Roles

The LFS Young Alumni Council President oversees the executive team and the LFS Young Alumni Council as a whole. Working closely with different offices in LFS, the President runs all monthly and executive meetings and provides direction and guidance to the LFS Young Alumni Council executive team.

• Provide leadership and direction to the LFS Young Alumni Council, ensuring alignment with the mission and vision of the Young Alumni Program.
• Oversee the executive team and facilitate monthly and executive meetings.
• Collaborate with the Faculty of LFS to develop and manage the council’s annual budget, ensuring resources are aligned with priorities.
• Lead strategic planning initiatives with the executive team to set council goals and key priorities.
• Act as the primary liaison between the council and the Faculty of LFS, ensuring alignment and consistent communication.
• Support recruitment efforts for council and sub-council members, ensuring a diverse and committed team.

• Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities, including sponsorships, venues, and external speakers, to enhance council events and programs.
• Build and maintain relationships with external associations, community organizations, and industry partners to support the council’s mission and initiatives.
• Collaborate with sub-council VPs to identify resource needs and address gaps through strategic partnerships.
• Work with the Faculty of LFS offices to develop and formalize partnerships for council activities and initiatives.
• Support the council in leveraging alumni and industry networks to bring value to programs and events.
• Ensure partnerships align with the council’s strategic goals and enhance opportunities for young alumni engagement.
• Provide regular updates to the executive team and council on partnership developments and opportunities.

Role of the Vice Presidents, for their respective Sub-Councils:

• Organize and lead Sub-Council meetings monthly.
• Lead the activities of the Sub-Council, ensuring support for and alignment with the vision, mission, and strategy of the council.
• Seek out existing opportunities from other community organizations, committees, the Faculty and alumniUBC that align with the Sub-Council's goals and work with the partnership manager to build new collaborative opportunities.
• Work with the communications & marketing manager for any internal and external promotions of their councils' activities.
• Work with LFS offices for collaborations around events and program ideas.
• Provide the Council with monthly updates on Sub-Council activities.
• Represent and share ideas, opinions, and work of the members at Council meetings.
• Submit budget requests on behalf of the Sub-Council to the faculty.
• Act as the key liaison between the Council and the Sub-Council, and ensure decisions are appropriately communicated to relevant stakeholders.
• Delegate project work to create engagement amongst Sub-Council members.
• Liaise with the Council members to develop a communications plan for events and ensure that all external-facing communications are consistent.
• Support Council and Sub-Council member recruitment efforts.

Role of council member:

• Actively participate in monthly council meetings and contribute to discussions, providing input on initiatives and decisions.
• Support the planning and execution of council activities, programs, and events as directed by the executive team or Sub-Councils.
• Collaborate with Sub-Council VPs and other members to implement strategies that align with the mission and vision of the LFS Young Alumni Council.
• Represent and promote the council’s initiatives within the LFS young alumni community and broader networks.
• Assist with event logistics, including planning, setup, promotion, and on-site support to ensure successful execution.
• Provide feedback and ideas for new opportunities to enhance young alumni engagement and strengthen the LFS alumni community.
• Act as an ambassador for the council, fostering connections between young alumni, students, industry partners, and the university.

Vice President (1)

General Members (3-4)

• Design and implement programs that help LFS young alumni develop professional skills, such as leadership, communication, and team collaboration.
• Organize workshops, seminars, and panel discussions with industry professionals to provide career insights and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate with alumniUBC, LFS Development and Alumni Engagement teams, and other organizations with successful professional development programs.
• Provide career resources, such as resume-building tools, interview preparation sessions, and mentorship opportunities.
• Facilitate alumni-student connections to support knowledge-sharing and career guidance.
• Regularly review program effectiveness and adapt initiatives to meet the evolving needs of young alumni.

VP Communications & Marketing (1)

General Members (3-4)

• Coordinate with the LFS Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) team, Communications, LFS|US, and Student Services to ensure consistent communication about council activities and programs.
• Oversee and update content including monthly meeting updates on the LFS Young Alumni Council website, ensuring accurate and engaging information.
• Lead promotional efforts for council events, including managing ticketing platforms and marketing campaigns.
• Develop and distribute a regular email newsletter to keep young alumni informed and engaged.
• Manage and grow the council’s social media presence to enhance community awareness and interaction.
• Collaborate with sub-council VPs to ensure their activities are effectively promoted.
• Support Giving Day initiatives and campaigns for the Young Alumni Fund.
• Track and analyze communication efforts to identify opportunities for improvement and greater impact.

VP Community Engagement (1) 

General Members (3-4)

• Identify and develop volunteer opportunities for young LFS alumni to positively impact their communities.
• Organize events and initiatives that encourage alumni to engage with the university campus and the broader community.
• Collaborate with external organizations and companies to support impactful community projects.
• Plan activities and programs to strengthen alumni involvement.
• Promote participation in university and faculty-led events to reconnect alumni with LFS.
• Measure the impact of community engagement initiatives and report outcomes to the council.

VP Entrepreneurship (1)

General Members (3-4)

• Organize networking events, webinars, and workshops tailored to alumni with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Facilitate connections between alumni-owned businesses and other professionals for collaboration and growth opportunities.
• Work with entrepreneurship@UBC and other university programs to develop co-branded initiatives.
• Highlight success stories and case studies from alumni entrepreneurs to inspire and educate others.
• Collaborate with other sub-councils to integrate entrepreneurship themes into professional development and community engagement activities.