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The President of a society is the leader, who oversees all of the society’s activity. The President will need to provide support, advice and guidance to the other committee members throughout the academic year and oversee the direction in which the society is heading. Probably the most challenging role on the committee, you’ll need experience of what the society does, and a strong belief in the aims of the society.

**Skills and qualities required:**

- *Leadership*

- *Communicating (written and verbal)*

- *Dedication and commitment*

- *People management*

- *Motivating the committee*

- *Organising*

- *Delegating tasks*

- *Managing change*

- *Taking responsibility*

**Key responsibilities:**

1. Calling meetings – but your Secretary compiles the agenda and minutes

2. Chairing meetings – ensure everything is covered and no-one dominates

3. Delegating tasks – you shouldn’t do everything yourself!

4. Understanding the broader picture – keep the vision and aims of the society in mind at all times

5. Understanding your responsibilities and legal ‘duty of care’ for the society’s activities

6. Being a spokesperson or figurehead – representing your society to students, the Students’ Union, the University and even the media!

7. Maintaining committee enthusiasm – if you’re not passionate, no-one else will be