QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIECE FOR LEADERSHIP POSITIONS 

Section 1: Founding Members – Exemption Clause

All active founding members of the Global Union of Changemakers shall be exempted from the requirements of formal qualifications or prior experience when occupying leadership positions but may require National IDs.

This exemption is rooted in the recognition of their vision, initiative, and foundational contribution to the establishment of the Union.

No founding member shall be required to provide academic or experiential proof for any leadership or advisory role within the organization.

Any attempt to amend this exemption must be approved by 90% of the active founding members, through written and signed agreement.

Section 2: New and Incoming Leaders (Youth Members)

1. All new applicants or incoming youth leaders shall be required to present minimum academic or professional qualifications relevant to the role they are seeking.

Example: A Communications role may require proficiency in public relations or media.

A Program Officer may need proof of engagement in community development or related studies.

2. However, no prior job experience shall be required for youth applicants. The organization is committed to capacity building and empowering emerging changemakers by offering first-time leadership opportunities.

3. Consideration for appointment will be based on:

Demonstrated passion for change

Alignment with the organization’s values

Willingness to serve and learn

Educational background relevant to the role

Section 3: Flexibility in Policy for New Leaders

The current leadership board (including the HR Manager, Executive Director, Legal Advisor, and Secretary General) shall have the power to revise qualification requirements for incoming leaders and volunteers without requiring the consent of all founding members.

Such changes must, however, be passed by a simple majority (50% + 1) of the active leadership board and signed by the President on order of majority to become valid.

Section 4: Continuous Development

1. Regardless of entry criteria, all leaders (founding or new) shall be encouraged to pursue ongoing personal and professional development, including:

Training programs

Mentorship

Capacity-building workshops

Online and offline certifications