EDGE Network – Call for Committee Vacancies

Committee job descriptions can be found below. These roles are open to development based on the network’s needs, and there is agency for the committee members to shape the role. Joining the Network’s Committee at this early stage will allow you to play a key role in shaping the network and its activities.

Membership of the EDGE Network committee is a voluntary role, which will be taken forward through participation in our Zoom calls and attendance at Network events where possible. Time spent supporting the network is expected to be around one day per month. The role is available on a three-year term and reviewed on an ongoing basis, with a maximum of two terms allowed (subject to change based on the Network’s needs).

We are looking for people with a passion for solving gender-related inclusion issues, and building a community of peers. As these are voluntary roles, experience is beneficial but not essential. Committee roles can therefore be a great way to network, gain experience in your relevant interests and build skills in these areas (e.g. membership, strategy, policy, communications).

If you are interested in taking up one of the roles below, please send an email to edge@britishecologicalsociety.org with: 

• a short paragraph explaining your interest in the position and why you would like to be involved (max 150 words)
• a CV

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday 22nd March at 4pm BST

Co-chair/Vice-chair – 1 or 2 vacancies

We’re seeking someone to help us promote the work of the Network and foster collaboration with the wider ecological community regarding gender related topics. Alongside the rest of the committee, you will help come up with ideas for Network events (e.g. workshops, conferences, socials). Membership of the EDGE Network committee is a voluntary role, which will be taken forward through participation in group Zoom calls, and attendance at Network events where possible.

The Chair and Co-chair are expected to split the following tasks, taking a lead role in shaping the committee’s future, similar roles across our Networks and Special Interest Groups involve:

• Leading meetings and conversations
• Setting the agenda for meetings
• Reporting back to BES staff
• Deciding on future committee roles (e.g. Finance Officer, Events Rep)
• Interim budget handling with support and oversight from BES staff
• Managing events where relevant

Communications Representative – 1 or 2 vacancies

We’re seeking someone to help us promote the work of the Network and foster communications with the wider ecological community regarding gender related topics. Alongside the rest of the committee, you will help come up with ideas for Network events (e.g. workshops, conferences, socials). As a new role, this position presents an opportunity to cater towards your interest, while still meeting the needs of the Network. Similar roles across our Networks and Special Interest Groups involve:

• Overseeing the Network’s social media channels (Twitter)
• Responding to emails
• Coordinating regular e-newsletters (typically through MailChimp)
• Writing blogs and articles
• Promoting events where relevant
• Other communications could be developed where needed or appropriate to engage new audiences.

Policy Representative – 1 vacancy

We are seeking someone to help the Network engage with policy makers and governmental agencies where appropriate. Alongside the rest of the committee, you will help come up with ideas for Network events (e.g. workshops, conferences, socials) and opportunities for policy engagement. You may also be contacted to provide expert comment on gender-related issues that are relevant to the ecological sciences. These roles are open to development based on the network’s need and there is agency for the committee member to shape the role.

• Providing comments on external and internal policies where relevant
• Managing events where relevant
• Identify opportunities to connect members with policymakers

Membership Representative – 1 or 2 vacancies

We’re seeking someone to help us grow the Network and foster collaboration with the wider ecological community regarding gender related topics. Alongside the rest of the committee, you will help come up with ideas for Network events (e.g. workshops, conferences, socials)

The Membership Representative is likely to focus on the following tasks:

• Growing network membership and identifying new audiences
• Networking as appropriate
• Events management and promotion
• Accessibility and inclusion related to membership and member needs
• Overseeing member benefits

As above, these roles are open to development based on the network’s needs and there is agency for the committee member to shape the role.