Apply to become a candidate for the FSSF (OLL) Board for 2027
Each year, national student organizations appoint trusted representatives to advocate for students’ interests. JYY (the Student Union of the University of Jyväskylä) is a member of the Finnish Student Sports Federation (OLL) and participates in shaping the organization’s policies and electing its Board at the annual General Assembly. The student union may also nominate its own candidates for the Board election.
This autumn, the JYY Representative Council will decide on the nomination of candidates at its meeting on 8 October, based on a proposal by the JYY Board. The Board may propose candidates for the OLL Board, the Vice Presidency, and the Presidency. The election of the OLL Board will take place at the OLL General Assembly in November.
The JYY Board will make its proposal at its meeting on 1 October. Those interested in becoming candidates are asked to send a motivation letter (free-form) and a CV to the Chair of the Board by email at hpj@jyy.fi. The deadline for applications is 27 September 2026. The application documents will be attachments in the Board and Council meetings and will therefore be public.
The application must clearly state the applicant’s suitability and motivation for the role, as well as any key campaign themes the applicant intends to highlight if nominated. The application must also specify whether the applicant is seeking nomination for the Board, the Vice Presidency, the Presidency, or multiple positions.
Candidates approved by the Council will receive financial support: €300 for President applicants and €150 for Vice President or Board applicants. This support is intended to reimburse actual campaign material expenses.
Please note: Serving as President of OLL requires a full-time commitment and the ability to work in Helsinki.
More information about OLL and its work can be found at oll.fi.
The Finnish Student Sports Federation (OLL) is a national advocacy and service organization for student and higher education sports, founded in 1924. OLL represents all higher education students in Finland. The organization advocates, provides services, offers training, conducts research, and works to promote student sports at both national and international levels.
More information:
Aukusti Heilakka
Chair of the Board
+358 (0) 44 137 1964
hpj@jyy.fi
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