Apply for a position

To apply for a SLO position, you must: 

• be currently enrolled in a Higher Education at Federation University Australia at the time of nomination 
• be reasonably able to participate in SLO meetings, consultation activities and related representative duties during the relevant term 
• be studying at the University at a time fraction of 0.5 or more 
• be 18 years or over 
• have provided true, accurate and complete information in your nomination form. 

You must not: 

• be employed by the University at 0.5 FTE or more 
• be currently serving a custodial sentence or subject to any legal restriction that would materially prevent you from performing the duties of the role 
• be currently suspended, excluded or expelled from the University  
• be subject to any current University direction, condition, restriction or sanction that would materially prevent you from performing the duties of the role 
• have been the subject of a final finding or currently under investigation by the University of student misconduct that is reasonably relevant to the duties of a SLO member 
• have been removed from office as a member of the Student Senate, or an equivalent University student representative body, for neglect of duties, disruptive conduct, breach of confidentiality, unmanaged conflict of interest, misuse of position or breach of applicable rules. 

If you’re successfully elected to a SLO position, you will: 

• comply with the SLO position description, election rules, meeting procedures and any applicable code of conduct 
• comply with confidentiality requirements and use information obtained through the role only for proper SLO purposes 
• disclose any actual, potential or perceived conflict of interest relevant to SLO membership or SSAF consultation and will comply with any reasonable conflict management process.  

Positions on the inaugural SLO are for a one-year term, commencing in October 2026 and concluding at the end of Semester 2, 2027. If you're scheduled to graduate during this time, you're still encouraged to apply.

As an SLO member, you can expect to:   

• attend up to four meetings per year 
• represent the interests and perspectives of Federation students
• contribute to setting priorities and allocating funding for selected SSAF-funded services and initiatives
• help promote student participation and engagement across the University
• support equitable access to services, programs and opportunities for students across all campuses and study modes
• work collaboratively with other student representatives and Federation staff
• uphold good governance, transparency and accountability in all activities.

Some commitments will take place outside the standard academic semester, particularly during the establishment of the organisation. 

SLO members will be offered a stipend.

Make your statement stand out by being personal and specific. Tell students why you'd like to join the SLO, what interests you about the role and what you hope to contribute.

You don't need previous leadership, governance or budgeting experience to apply. We're looking for students with different interests, perspectives and experiences.

You may want to share:

• why you'd like to be part of the inaugural SLO
• any experiences, interests or skills that could help you in the role

Don't forget to include a photo of yourself that clearly shows your face.