UVA GREEK WEEKEND 2012: Executive Director Application
Greek Weekend and Greek Carnival are a newly established series of Greek run events that serve local Charlottesville charities while promoting unity and collaboration among UVA’s four Greek Council’s and the community. Throughout the week/end, various activities and events are organized and implemented in order to promote our high regard for civic engagement and the University while also strengthening the ideals of leadership and excellence throughout grounds. In order to better serve the efforts of the Greek system and the Charlottesville community, Greek Weekend and Greek Carnival have joined to form one entity. Due to the unification of these two programs, we have created three Executive Director positions (Executive Director of Greek Weekend, Executive Director of Greek Carnival, and Executive Director of Publicity & Outreach) that will oversee the planning and execution of Greek Weekend. Greek Weekend Directors must be self-motivated, cooperative, and dedicated. They must additionally display characteristics ideal for leadership of a committee.
Below is a list of the additional responsibilities required of the Executive Directors.
April-May 2012:
Assist Fraternity & Sorority Life with the selection of Greek Weekend/Greek Carnival Committee Chair positions.
o Hold weekly/bi-weekly meetings of Greek Weekend Steering/Support committees
o Hold periodic meetings with FSL staff to facilitate strong communication of planning process
August-November 2012:
Oversee the daily functions of the Greek Weekend/Greek Carnival 2012 Steering Committee. Their responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
o Collaborate with the committee to decide on a theme for Greek Weekend/Greek Carnival 2012
o Modify and maintain the Greek Weekend schedule/events, including rules and regulations
o Design a marketing campaign to advertise and publicize the events
o Create and maintain a budget
o Develop and execute various fellowship and public service events through the week/end
o Solicit possible sponsorships/donations from local businesses to fund events
o Manage efforts to support philanthropic donations from fraternities and sororities
Overall, serve as a leader for the various Committee Chairs through collaboration, guidance, delegation, and assistance to committee members when needed.