The Secretary has the responsibility to uphold the legal requirements of running the Society and support the Executive Committee and Administrative Office in administrative matters.
Term of office
- The period of office is four years and the Secretary is not eligible for immediate election to the same position.
- During a period of four months prior to taking office the newly elected Secretary will serve as non-voting supernumerary member of the Executive Committee.
- At the conclusion of his/her term of office, the outgoing Secretary remains a non-voting supernumerary member for four months.
Eligibility criteria
- Active EAS member with demonstrated understanding of EAS structure and function.
- Regular attendance at EAS meetings.
- Persons who hold leadership positions as paid employees within conflicting industry or other international organizations/societies with competing interest with the EAS, are not eligible to stand/be nominated.
Responsibilities/duties
- To serve the EAS mission, contribute to the development and implementation of the EAS strategic plan, including;
- Participate in three face to face meetings & three virtual calls per year with the Executive Committee.
- With the other Society Officers, responsibility to plan the Society’s annual budget.
- Collective responsibility for the Society’s finances with other Executive Committee members.
- Participation in the Society’s General Assembly at Congress, check minutes from the General Assembly and other relevant meetings for accuracy.
- Each Society Office holder, including the Secretary, has Power of Signature for the Society.
- Uphold the Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, and other EAS policies.
- To be willing and able to devote a significant portion of their professional time to work for the EAS, including travel commitments.
- To supervise and ensure compliance with ethical standards.
Qualifications
- Legal knowledge
Understanding legal requirements relevant to running a society, including compliance with applicable laws and regulations. - Organizational skills
Effectively managing and organizing documents, meetings, and administrative processes. - Internationally recognized
An excellent scientific record in Atherosclerosis research, and be a high-profile expert in his/her field. - Communication skills
Strong proficiency in both written and spoken English, and as a public speaker. - Experience in organizational leadership
Proven track record in running an organization, such as a hospital department, laboratory, or research group. - Leadership roles
Previous experience as chair or leader of a National Society, EAS Committee or another national or international professional organisation.
Personal Characteristics
- Attention to detail
Given the legal and administrative nature of the role, meticulous attention to detail is crucial to ensure accuracy and compliance. - Team collaboration
Collaborating with the Executive Committee and Administrative Office to ensure smooth administrative processes. - Adaptability
Being adaptable to changes in administrative processes and legal requirements. - Integrity and discretion
Handling sensitive information with integrity and exercising discretion in matters requiring confidentiality. - Ethical integrity
Upholds strong moral values and integrity.
Desired skills
- Should have good network connections and working relations with major players in the field at international level (scientific societies, pharmaceutical companies etc.)