Expressions of Interest (EOI) is now open for members to be part of the ACS Canberra Emerging Professional Committee for 2025

Are you interested in giving back to the community and representing your cohort in Canberra and wider ACS? 

Australian Computer Society (ACS) is delighted to present the opportunity to re-establish the Emerging Professionals Committee (EPC) for Canberra members, previously known as the YIT committee.  

This committee is specifically designed to support emerging professionals (students, recent graduates, and individuals in the first 1-5 years of their technology career) by fostering their active involvement in the ACS community. 

The committee aims to bridge the gap between education and industry, thereby contributing to the broader goals of the ACS Canberra Branch.

All Canberra-based Emerging Professionals are eligible for expression of interest for the nomination of the 2025 committee members.

Why should you apply? 

Because as a member of the EPC committee, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Develop leadership skills and gain hands-on experience in Committee Management environment.
  • You will be mentored by the experienced Senior Executive Committee leaders and connect with like-minded individuals.
  • Opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the tech community.
  • Showcase your resume with practical achievements and leadership roles.

How to Apply

Submit your EOI by completing the form and send a copy of your resume & a short statement to acs.canb@acs.org.au to be considered to be part of the EPC.

  • You will need your ACS membership number (for current members) and be living in Canberra or its surrounding regions, and be either a student, graduate or an emerging professional (within the first 5 years of your tech career).
  • A short statement (max 250 words) in support of your nomination addressing the selection criteria, the contribution you believe you can make, and why you’re interested in this position.
  • A link to an active LinkedIn profile(preferred)

Selection Criteria

In leveraging the knowledge capital of our members, ACS performs an essential role in influencing the national agenda, driving professionalism in ICT and providing leadership in professional standards. As such, the criteria for successful candidature as an ACS Representative is set consciously high.

  • Passion: Is interested and actively learning the tech professional practice and engaging with other emerging professionals.  
  • Accountable: Can deliver committee objectives & measures and can provide written reports detailing key outcomes.
  • Commitment: Can dedicate the time for meetings, has a passion for the ICT industry, is aligned with ACS’ Vision and Strategy, is prepared to join the ACS if not already a member, and has no conflicts of interest.
  • Leadership Capabilities: Interested in building leadership skills, resilience, flexibility, and becoming a strong communicator, both written and verbal.

Additional Information

  • Positions are voluntary and are therefore unpaid.
  • The EPC will consist of five members.
  • Candidates will be reviewed and approved by the ACS Canberra Branch Executive Committee (BEC) and the Branch Manager.
  • Positions within the EPC (such as the Chair and Vice Chair) will be determined in the first EPC meeting, and approved by the ACS Canberra Branch Executive Committee and Branch Manager.

EOI applications close at 5:00 PM Friday, 28 Feb 2025. 

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to help shape the future of ICT and take your career to the next level. Apply now to join the team!

 

Submit your application now!