Call for candidates: Independent SCECSAL President

The Standing Conference of Eastern, Central and Southern African Library and Information Associations (SCECSAL) invites applications from suitably qualified individuals to be considered as candidates for election to the position of Independent SCECSAL President.

The position of Independent SCECSAL President is established in accordance with Article 6, Sub-section 6.1 of the SCECSAL Constitution, which provides for SCECSAL Officers and their respective roles.

The Independent SCECSAL President serves as the principal governance leader of SCECSAL and provides strategic direction to the organization in accordance with its Constitution, vision, and mission.

The role is accountable to the SCECSAL General Assembly and works closely with the SCECSAL Management Board to ensure effective governance, policy oversight, and regional representation.

As an independent office bearer, the President is expected to uphold the highest standards of impartiality, ethical leadership, and institutional stewardship, while representing SCECSAL at regional and international fora.

Interested individuals are invited to download the Call for Candidates and submit their applications to the addresses indicated therein by Friday, 20 March 2026.

Call for Candidates ((PDF)