Students have three representatives on the board of the Icelandic Student Services, the term of office being two years at a time. The last time the board was appointed was in 2023, so it’s time to do it again. According to a regulation for the Icelandic Student Services at the University of Iceland, the board consists of five individuals: the Ministry of Higher Education appoints one representative, the University Council appoints one representative and the Student Council appoints three representatives.
Qualification requirements
- Interest in the workings of the Student Council and students’ affairs.
- Experience of student advocacy is an advantage
- Active participation in the university community is an advantage
- Knowledge of the administration of the University of Iceland is an advantage
- Good social skills
- Ability to express oneself in speech and writing in Icelandic
It is expected that applicants do not study at the University of Iceland during the appointment period and will care about the interests of students and the Icelandic Student Services.
A cover letter together with a résumé shall be sent via email to shi@hi.is. The deadline is until 23:59 May 20th 2025. Applications received after the deadline will not be taken into consideration.