TERM LIMIT AND CONTRACT OF SERVICE 

Section 1: Standard Term of Office

1. The standard term for any leadership position in the Global Union of Changemakers is two (2) years.

2. No individual shall serve in the same position for more than three (3) terms, whether consecutive or not.

3. All renewals of term shall be conducted democratically, and a leader must secure over 50% of the vote by active leadership members to be retained in their role and must first be nominated by founding members who should also first conduct polls before nominating.

4. To stand for presdent, you must have been in GUC leadership or or even active in leadership without any indisplinery record internal and external.

Section 2: Contract Renewal and Re-election

1. Leadership positions are contractual, and contract renewal shall only occur through:

A transparent and democratic voting process

Positive performance and conduct review

2. No contract shall be automatically extended without:

Full leadership participation in the decision

Meeting the required majority threshold (50%+)

3. Leaders who complete their term may be eligible to serve in new positions within the organization, subject to vetting and approval.

Section 3: Appointment of New Leaders

1. New leaders shall be vetted by:

The Human Resources Department

The Executive Director

The Legal Advisor

The Secretary General

2. Final appointment shall be subject to approval by the President, based on:

Recommendations from the screening panel

Organizational needs and priorities

Section 4: Contracts of Service

1. Every elected or appointed leader shall enter into a formal contract, outlining:

Roles and responsibilities

Term duration

Ethical expectations

Reporting and accountability systems

2. Contracts are kept on file by the Secretary General and monitored by the HR Department.

Section 5: Resignation and Dismissal

1. A voluntary resignation requires a written notice submitted 30 days in advance.

2. Dismissal may occur in cases of:

Misconduct or ethical violations

Neglect of duties

Prolonged unexcused absence

Breach of organizational principles

3. The Disciplinary and Ethics Officer and a committee shall review all dismissal matters, and the final decision rests with the President and must consult Legal adviser and Risk manager before making final decision.

Section 6: Founding Members

a. All Founding Members of the Global Union of Changemakers shall retain lifetime active roles within the organization.

b. Founding Members shall:

Be assigned roles based on their expertise and legacy contributions

Serve as mentors, strategic advisors, and members of core leadership committees

Be included in high-level decision-making, even if not holding executive office

No Founding Member shall be without an official responsibility, ensuring their continuous contribution and guidance for future generations of changemakers.