The CAPS-ACÉAU Board of Directors for 2010-2011 is now in the early stages of planning the next student planning conference. There will be many changes over the Summer. First and foremost, we’re looking for a new Board member for the position of Treasurer. Secondly, we’re also seeking candidates for the Director of Facilities Coordination position within the CAPS Committee.
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the position of Board of Directors: Treasurer
There is currently an opening on the CAPS Board of Directors for the signing authority position of Treasurer. The Treasurer will fulfill all of the financial responsibilities associated with CAPS such as receiving conference payments, processing raised funds and balancing the budget, while being the sole signing authority registered with Corporations Canada. This will require a meticulous approach employing dedication and at times, a substantial time commitment extending until April of 2011.
The position represents a genuine opportunity to hone project management skills, develop leadership qualities and make meaningful professional contacts within the Canadian planning context.
The Ideal Candidate will:
- be capable of handling figures, cheques and cash;
- have an orderly mind and methodical approach to tasks;
- have experience in dealing with large sums of money and budgets;
- have experience of financial control and budgeting;
- have an eye for detail;
- be available to be contacted for ad hoc advice;
- have relevant experience;
- possess good communication and interpersonal skills;
- ensure decisions are taken and followed-up; and
- show good time-keeping.
Applicants interested in applying, please forward your resume and one page covering letter detailing your interest in the position to brad.bradford@caps-aceau.org. The competition for the Treasurer position on the Board of Directors will close June 1, 2010 at 11:59pm. Late applications will not be accepted.
Request for Qualifications (RQF) for the position of Director of Facilities Coordination
There is currently an opening within the CAPS Committee for the Director of Facilities Coordination. Although this list is not exhaustive, the Director of Facility Coordination will be Responsible for:
- Networking with local conference venues and partners (The Accelerator Centre, CIGI, The Perimeter Institute etc.)
- Booking rooms
- Ensuring rooms are available and open
- Ensuring proper equipment is in place
- Exercising discretion over room capacity
- Coordinating day-of parking
- Directing people
- Assisting with the coordination of catering
- Coordinating with the Director of Student Presentations
- Assembling a day-of team depending on registrants and demand (8-12 committee members)
The Director of Facilities Coordination will play a critical role in the early stages of conference planning working closely with the Board of Directors, as well ensuring smooth coordination during the execution event. This position will require excellent organizational skills and the ability to network and communicate with the various conference venues available to the CAPS organization in February of 2011. The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of the facilities available to the University of Waterloo, and the ability to navigate bureaucratic booking
procedures.
Applicants interested in applying, please prepare a one-page letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the position and send it to brad.bradford@caps-aceau.org. The competition for the Director of Facilities Coordination will close June 1, 2010 at 11:59pm. Late applications will not be accepted.
The CAPS conference has been held in a different Canadian city for over 25 years, but never at the University of Waterloo. We are interested in offering conference attendees a good experience, and both undergraduate and graduate students are welcomed. The conference is thus an exceptional platform intended to offer students time and space:
