Nominations close Monday 14th September 2026, 5pm.
2027 Executive Positions
President / Chair
The UNSA President holds a dual leadership role as the elected head of the Student Representative Council (SRC) and Chair of the UNSA Board. In this capacity, the President leads student advocacy, campaigns, and representation efforts to enhance the student experience at the University of Newcastle (UoN). They chair SRC meetings, uphold governance frameworks, and support student representatives in fulfilling their roles effectively.
2026 By-Election Role
Vice-P resident Education
In addition to nominations for 2027, this position is also open for a by-election to fill the role of Vice President Education for the remainder of 2026. Students elected through the by-election will serve from the date of election until 31 December 2026.
Vice-President Education
The Vice-President (Education) leads a portfolio that represents the views, interests, and needs of UON students concerning both on-campus and online education, as well as their broader educational experiences. The role involves advocating for student interests to drive change on key education issues, developing and supporting a strong structure for academic representation, leading campaigns on relevant topics, and ensuring that the Education Advisory Group captures and reflects the voices of all students at the University of Newcastle.
Vice-President Experience & Engagement
The Vice-President (Experience & Engagement), as the student representative, leads a portfolio that contributes to a wide range of activities and events designed to support a positive out-of-class experience and foster a sense of community among students at UON. This role offers the opportunity to enhance the student experience by developing and supporting extracurricular events and initiatives at the University of Newcastle. It also includes supporting UNSA’s Student Media and the Clubs & Societies (C&S) program.
Vice-President Welfare & Wellbeing
The Vice-President (Wellbeing & Welfare), as the student representative, leads a portfolio focused on identifying and advising on services and activities that support student welfare. The goal is to ensure students feel safe, supported, and part of a vibrant community while studying at UON. This role involves advocating for student interests to drive change on welfare, wellbeing, and equity issues; collaborating with UNSA staff to deliver well-designed wellbeing and welfare initiatives; and ensuring the Wellbeing & Welfare Advisory Group effectively supports the needs of students at the University of Newcastle.
International Students' Senate Convenor
The Convenor, as the student representative, leads the International Students’ Senate, an assembly that represents the views, interests and needs of all international students at UON. The Convenor role drives the identification of issues that affect the education, educational and out-of-class experiences of international students. The Convenor also ensures the Senate genuinely captures and represents the student voice of all international students at UON.
Postgraduate Students' Senate Convenor
The Convenor, as the student representative, leads the Postgraduate Students’ Senate, an assembly that represents the views, interests and needs of all postgraduate students at UON. The Convenor role drives the identification of issues that affect the education, educational and extra-curricular experiences of postgraduate students. The Convenor also ensures the Senate genuinely captures and represents the student voice of all postgraduate students at UON.
General Secretary
The General Secretary is the chief administrative and governance officer on the SRC, supporting the President to effectively manage the logistics and coordination of the SRC both through the provision of reports and records, as well as providing assistance to other SRC Members for local, national and international campaigns along with projects and meetings with key stakeholders.
*The General Secretary is classified as an executive member solely for the purposes of Student Representative Council (SRC) administration. This designation does not confer a position on the UNSA Board of Directors (BOD), nor does it imply governance responsibilities beyond the scope of SRC operations.
2027 Non-Executive Positions
Accessibility Officer
The Accessibility Officer leads the Accessibility Guild, a student-led network dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive and empowering environment for individuals with diverse access needs. This includes-but is not limited to – people who are neurodivergent, braille users; those with disabilities, learning disorders, mobility challenges, vision or hearing impairment, chronic illness, such as mental health conditions, chronic pain, or autoimmune diseases, as well as those with lived experiences in these areas.
Parents & Carers Officer
The Parents & Carers Officer leads the Parents & Carers Guild – an inclusive community of students, staff, and community members of the University of Newcastle who balance their academic or professional lives with parenting or caregiving responsibilities. As Chair of the Guild, the Officer facilitates regular meetings, advocates for the needs and interests of parents and carers, and works collaboratively with university stakeholders to improve support structures, visibility, and equity for this cohort.
First Nations Officer
The First Nations Officer coordinates and Chairs the First Nations Guild – a student-led network that is inclusive, culturally safe, and welcoming for all members of the university community who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
In this role, the Officer, leads efforts to amplify Indigenous voices, cultures, and perspectives, across both academic and social settings within the university setting. They advocate for rights and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, ensuring their views, interests, and needs are heard, respected, and acted upon.
Queer Officer
The Queer Officer leads the Queer Guild, a student-led collective that fosters a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual, aromantic, or agender plus all other identities not explicitly listed such as non-binary, pansexual, two-spirit and culturally specific identities) students, staff, and community members at the University of Newcastle.
Women's Officer
The Women’s Officer leads the Women’s Guild, a student-led group that provides a safe, empowering, and inclusive space for women, non-binary and women-identifying individuals at the University of Newcastle.
In this role, the Women’s Officer works to advance gender equity and improve the student experience for women and non-binary individuals at the University. They lead initiatives that promote educational and leadership opportunities, foster supportive social networks, and advocate for issues affecting their community.
Newcastle Campuses Convenor
The Newcastle Campuses Convenor coordinates a Newcastle Campuses Advisory Group, an assembly that identifies and represents the views, interests, and needs of UON students studying at those locations (Callaghan, NuSpace, University House, Q Building). The Campus Convenor role drives the identification of issues that affect the education, educational and out-of-class experiences of students relevant to their location and ensures the Campus Advisory Group genuinely captures and represents the student voice of those students.
Central Coast Campuses Convenor
The Central Coast Campuses Convenor coordinates a Central Coast Campuses Advisory Group, an assembly that identifies and represents the views, interests, and needs of UON students studying at those locations (Ourimbah, Gosford Hospital). The Campus Convenor role drives the identification of issues that affect the education, educational and out-of-class experiences of students relevant to their location and ensures the Campus Advisory Group genuinely captures and represents the student voice of those students.
Sydney Campus Convenor
The Sydney Campus Convenor coordinates a Sydney Campus Advisory Group, an assembly that identifies and represents the views, interests, and needs of UON students studying at that location. The Campus Convenor role drives the identification of issues that affect the education, educational and out-of-class experiences of students relevant to their location and ensures the Campus Advisory Group genuinely captures and represents the student voice of those students.
Cloud Campus Convenor
The Cloud Campus Convenor coordinates a Cloud Campus Advisory Group, an assembly that identifies and represents the views, interests, and needs of UON students studying online. The Campus Convenor role drives the identification of issues that affect the education, educational and out-of-class experiences of students relevant to their location and ensures the Campus Advisory Group genuinely captures and represents the student voice of those students.
Student Accommodation Representative
The Student Accommodation Representative identifies and represents the views, interests, and needs of UON students in residential accommodation on UON campuses, while promoting the role and responsibilities of UNSA.
The role identifies issues that affect the out-of-class experiences of residential students and ensures the SRC is informed of relevant matters.