The Joint Staff Negotiating and Consultation Committee (JSNCC) is the main forum for consultation between the University of Kent and its staff on matters of mutual interest. Staff membership of the committee comprises representatives of each of the trade unions and four representatives of non-union staff: two from the professional services and research support staff in grades 1 to 6; and two from the academic, research and professional services staff in grades 7 and above.

One of the current representatives, Becky Verlin, will be stepping down from this role at the end of her extended term, and so nominations are now invited for one position to represent staff grades 1-6. Staff members working within Grades 1-6 are encouraged to put themselves forward for this exciting and rewarding opportunity.

Nominations can be made by following the instructions in the staff nomination email which was sent on 1 November 2021. All nominations must be proposed and seconded by two other staff members and nominees must confirm that they agree to be nominated. The deadline for completed nomination forms being submitted is 17:00 on Monday 15 November 2021.

Why join the JSNCC?

Acting as a staff representative is interesting and rewarding. It provides the opportunity to discuss and comment on University plans and policies, to meet a wide range of new people and to gain valuable personal development. Training and support will be provided to the successful candidates.

Further information about the JSNCC and the nomination and election processes can be found on the JSNCC website or by contacting Colin Smith in the employee relations team via c.smith-832@kent.ac.uk