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Nomination

Syntec Federation presidency: 2018 election

24 Apr 2018
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Candidates for the Presidency of the Syntec Federation must belong to a company which is a member of a union of unions or a union which is a founder member, active member or associate member of the Syntec Federation.

  • Applications must be sent no later than May 09, 2018 (closing date for receipt of applications) to Ms Houria Aouimeur, General Delegate of the Syntec Federation.
  • Files must include :
  1. A brief curriculum vitae detailing current and past responsibilities
  2. A political program
  3. Confirmation from the home union that the applicant’s company is up to date with its dues.

The election will take place on May 23, 2018.

This article forms part of the record of the 2018 presidential election within the Syntec federation. Elections at federation level influence how several professional sectors coordinate their positions and make their concerns heard with public authorities.

For member organisations, the importance of the vote lies not only in the people chosen but also in governance rules, accountability and the priorities established for the mandate. A historical election announcement must be distinguished from up-to-date information about the current presidency.

Professional representation works best when elected members can connect broad economic debates with practical needs encountered by companies. Governance should give different communities a fair opportunity to contribute, including software publishers, digital service companies and technology consultants. Clear mandates, transparent decision processes and regular dialogue with members support credibility. When reading an older election result or appointment, it is useful to distinguish the person selected, the position they were selected for and the particular term of office concerned.