Nominations for 2026-2029 Global Alumni Board leadership roles
Nominations are now open for the 2026-2029 Global Alumni Board leadership roles. There are four leadership positions that support our global volunteer community:
The Global Alumni Board consists of 12 volunteer members (four leadership roles and eight member roles) and they are joined on the board by four LSE staff members.
Role: Chair of the Global Alumni Board
The Chair of the LSE Alumni Association and its Global Alumni Board (GAB) is one of the School’s most senior alumni volunteer leaders. The Chair is the primary outward face of LSE’s global alumni community, the Alumni Association and the Global Alumni Board.
The Chair will work with the Global Alumni Board to promote and strengthen the relationship between LSE Alumni, the School, and its key stakeholders. Central to this role is an effective partnership between the Vice Chair and PAGE, the School’s division focused on philanthropy and global alumni engagement. As in any Global Alumni Board term, the Chair will establish a relationship that effectively shares the various representative, partnership, and executive duties that need to be executed across the term.
The Chair’s role and responsibilities
Act as public face of alumni community, including participating in articles and videos to promote relevant initiatives
Opportunities to participate in ceremonial opportunities and to represent the alumni community at key events
Produce an annual report to PAGE
Invitations to private events with other senior leaders in the community to represent alumni
Offering insight on behalf of alumni to consultations and other School initiatives and proposals
Termly meetings with the Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Individual Giving
Regular engagement with Head of Alumni Engagement to inform GAB priorities, opportunities and challenges
Regular involvement in major PAGE initiatives including support for LSE's Shaping the World Campaign, and LSE 2030
Act as the voice of the alumni community to the LSE President and Vice Chancellor, as required
Overseeing the establishment of GAB priorities and the roles of GAB members to implement them
Setting the agenda for and chairing the bi-monthly Global Alumni Board meetings
Planning and execution of the GAB annual meeting
Together Co-Chairing the biennial Alumni Leadership Forum
Guidance and support to GAB members as required to ensure the GAB’s effectiveness
Ensuring short-term coverage of any GAB role “gaps” and long-term GAB succession planning
Assessing progress throughout the GAB’s term and ensuring accountability to alumni group and network leaders
Governance of Alumni Association matters with support of GAB members
We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in leadership roles, including women, people from diverse geographic regions, and individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds. We value global perspectives and are committed to building a board that reflects a wide range of experiences and perspectives.
Criteria
Essential/Desirable
An alumnus/a who has achieved standing and is a recognised leader in his/her/their chosen field of endeavour
E
A proven record of accomplishment with relevant professional & personal experience and expertise such as strategy development, leadership and/or delivering successful change
E
Previous volunteering support for LSE
E
Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills, accustomed to interacting with people of different cultures and at all levels of seniority
E
Understanding of global alumni engagement and philanthropy activities
E
Previous philanthropic support of LSE and willingness to advocate for giving to LSE
E
Ability to travel to London numerous times per year for engagement activities
E
Five formal online meetings per annum – running 1-2pm (London time) on Mondays in alternate months
One in-person meeting per annum – based at the LSE campus
Potential for additional online meetings in intervening months, depending on the portfolio focus/Campaign interest area
As much as an hour or so a week for strategic activities to further the School and Alumni Association’s mission
Note nominations close Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 11:59 PM GMT.
The Vice Chair of LSE Alumni Association and its Global Alumni Board (GAB) is one of the School’s most senior alumni volunteer leaders. The Vice Chair is the primary inward, operational face of LSE’s global alumni community, the Alumni Association and the Global Alumni Board and supports the Chair in their outward facing role.
The Vice Chair will work with the Global Alumni Board to promote and strengthen the relationship between LSE Alumni, the School, and its key stakeholders. Central to this role is an effective partnership between the Vice Chair and PAGE, the School’s division focused on philanthropy and global alumni engagement. As in any Global Alumni Board term, the Vice Chair will establish a relationship that effectively shares the various representative, partnership, and executive duties that need to be executed across the term.
The Vice Chair’s role and responsibilities
Act as the inward face of the alumni community, coordinating the work of the Board to ensure successful partnership and advocacy
Work with and support the other members of the board in roles to advise the School on key priority areas
Work closely with PAGE to shape the annual Global Alumni Board Meeting and the biennial Alumni Leadership Forum
Support the Chair in amplifying the role of the Board through encouraging and motivating the committee to act as advocates, advisers and champions
Work closely with the Regional Liaison Committee Co-Chairs to collaborate on work and raise key issues to the GAB
Attend flagship alumni engagement events
Offer insight on behalf of alumni to consultations and other School initiatives and proposals
Regular engagement with Head of Alumni Engagement to inform GAB priorities, opportunities and challenges
Regular involvement in major PAGE initiatives including support for LSE's Shaping the World Campaign, and LSE 2030
Leading on relevant GAB priorities and the roles of GAB members to implement them
With the Chair, setting the agenda for, and chairing the monthly board meetings
Planning and execution of the GAB annual meeting
Together Co-Chairing the biennial Alumni Leadership Forum
Guidance and support to GAB members as required to ensure the board’s effectiveness
Ensuring short-term coverage of GAB role “gaps” and long-term GAB succession planning
Assessing progress throughout the GAB’s term and ensuring accountability to alumni group and network leaders
Governance of Alumni Association matters with support of GAB members
We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in leadership roles, including women, people from diverse geographic regions, and individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds. We value global perspectives and are committed to building a board that reflects a wide range of experiences and perspectives.
Criteria
Essential/Desirable
An alumnus/a who has achieved standing and is a recognised leader in his/her/their chosen field of endeavour
E
A proven record of accomplishment with relevant professional & personal experience and expertise such as strategy development, leadership and/or delivering successful change
E
Previous volunteering support for LSE
E
Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills, accustomed to interacting with people of different cultures and at all levels of seniority
E
Understanding of global alumni engagement and philanthropy activities
E
Previous philanthropic support of LSE
D
Five formal online meetings per annum – running 1-2pm (London time) on Mondays in alternate months
One in-person meeting per annum – based at the LSE campus
Potential for additional online meetings in intervening months, depending on the portfolio focus/Campaign interest area
Approx 3-4 hours per month of independent ‘advocacy’ work to further the School and Alumni Association’s mission
Note nominations close Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 11:59 PM GMT.
There are two Regional Liaison Committee Co-Chair roles on the Global Alumni Board. They lead on strategy implementation and activity related to the support and management of recognised alumni groups and networks, and Regional Officers.
The Co-Chairs help to ensure that volunteer groups can thrive as valuable location, profession and inclusion-based networks for alumni. They also ensure that the groups and networks function in accordance with key guidelines for Alumni Groups and Contact Networks referenced in the Alumni Association Byelaws.
Regional Liaison Committee Co-Chairs
Lead the work of the Regional Liaison Sub-Committee and its Regional Officers
Support the Alumni Groups
Promote best and emerging practices for groups
Provide key guidelines for groups and networks
Facilitate regional networking
Facilitate the recognition of new groups when necessary
Ensure a smooth flow of information between the Global Alumni Board and Group and Network leaders and deliver feedback from groups and networks to the GAB
Note nominations close Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 11:59 PM GMT.
At a time when societies everywhere are facing complex and urgent global challenges, your work as alumni volunteers has never been more important. You are vital ambassadors for LSE - helping to amplify the School’s voice globally, creating opportunities for connection, and ensuring that LSE remains at the forefront of understanding the causes of things for the betterment of society. I warmly encourage alumni who are passionate about shaping the future of this community to put themselves forward for these important roles.
Query about your nomination?
If you would like to speak with a member of the Alumni Engagement team about your application, please email the team and include “Nomination Query” in the subject line.
