Now Hiring · 20th Iteration

We're hiringVice Directors
& Crisis Managers

Help run a committee at UTMUN's 20th annual conference. We're seeking passionate, equity-minded staffers to shape the academic experience for hundreds of delegates, from background guide to backroom.

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Apply by August 30, 11:59 PM EST
February 11 to 14, 2027
Term begins September 2026
Open to all U of T students

The Position

What these roles involve

Every committee runs on its staff. We're hiring for two roles, each with its own place in the room, so pick the one that fits how you like to work.

Vice-Directors

Present in all GA & ECOSOC committees, and select Specialized Agencies.

Before Conference

  • Assist Directors in writing and planning background guides.
  • Ensure an inviting, enjoyable, involved, and equitable experience for all staff within the committee.
  • Establish strong relationships with delegates and stay well-versed in committee content and equity concerns, helping answer any questions from delegates and staff.
  • Liaise with the Committee Director to meet deadlines for content.
  • Attend training and equity sessions.

During Conference

  • Be present the entirety of the conference to lead your team to success. This requires constant involvement with committee developments.
  • Oversee the committee staff in carrying out their responsibilities in the front room of committee sessions.
  • Ensure moderators are properly supported in delivering ROP.
  • Support the Director and other staff members with ad hoc duties.
  • Stay vigilant for equity concerns. You represent UTMUN during the conference, so all staff are expected to remain courteous and helpful.
Before the conference
3 hrs / week
(hours may vary with workload)
During the conference
21 hrs total
7 hrs per day, may vary
Preferred qualities
Most successful candidates have good team leadership skills, can support the writing of interesting and comprehensive background guides, and are committed to equity. An academic interest in your committee's topics goes a long way.

Crisis Managers

Present in all Crisis committees, and select Specialized Agencies.

Before Conference

  • Write and plan committee crisis mechanics, characters, and arcs alongside the Crisis Analysts and the Director.
  • Ensure backroom mechanics are feasible and well prepared.
  • Liaise with the Committee Director to meet deadlines for content.
  • Attend training and equity sessions.

During Conference

  • Supervise all elements of backroom activity: crisis planning, directive responses, mechanics, and drafting and presenting crisis updates.
  • Ensure CAs are well supported and that work is evenly distributed.
  • Facilitate communication between Crisis Analysts and with the Director in the front room.
  • Present crisis arcs to delegates in the front room when appropriate.
  • Support the Director and other staff members with ad hoc duties.
  • Stay vigilant for equity concerns. You represent UTMUN during the conference, so all staff are expected to remain courteous and helpful.
Before the conference
3 hrs / week
(hours may vary with workload)
During the conference
21 hrs total
7 hrs per day, may vary
Preferred qualities
Most successful candidates have good team leadership skills, offer creative ideas for committee content, and are committed to equity. A good Crisis Manager works well under pressure and solves problems creatively; an academic interest in your topics helps too.
Read the full role description →

The Committees

Four streams, thirty-plus rooms. Choose a stream and browse the slate you could be directing.

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Applications are open

Shape the
conversation

Your committee, and a delegate who'll remember it for years, is waiting. Apply by August 30th, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

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