AIESEC in UppsalaNEWBIE INTRODUCTION BOOKLET

2016/2017

Welcome to the world’s largest youth organization

Introduction

Hi new members and welcome to AIESEC in Uppsala!I'm really excited about having you join us in this organisation, and I want you to know that wechose you among a group of strong applicants. We see potential in you and believe that youare the people who can take this organisation to the next level.My AIESEC journey has been like a very scary roller coaster ride, that is still going on. I startedout in the sales team, defying my fear of phones by selling through cold-calls. I took on the roleof Vice President of Incoming Exchange without having any idea of what it meant to have aleadership role in AIESEC. That year had soo many ups and downs, frustrating moments andpersonal victories that I can't even remember them all. What I can say for sure is that going tosales meetings and pitching AIESEC to the CEOs of companies in Uppsala is one of the bestprofessional experiences I have.Applying for the role of Local Committee President was different though. I am not saying that Iknow what I am doing all the time, AIESEC is a lot about figuring stuff out as you go, but Idefinitely knew what I was getting myself into when I took on this role. It is the mostchallenging position I've had so far, but I am really enjoying the ride.In AIESEC you have the opportunity to develop leadership qualities, but the organisationdoesn't do it for you. You need to put in the hours and do the work. You need to dare to getoutside of your comfort zone. When you do that AIESEC will facilitate your personal growth.

Congratulations - by joining the organisation you've already taken the first step and I amlooking forward to sharing this experience with you.

EvelinaLocal Committee President

AIESEC in Uppsala - 2016/2017

About AIESEC

AIESEC was funded in 1948 after the Second World War by a group of young people from Europe (Belgium, Denmark,

Finland, France, Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden). Our fundamentals were shaped

by the social, economic and political climate of the time

Since then, the world has been changingfaster than ever before. We believe that

young people hold the key to a better future and they must learn to adapt quickly and solve

problems. This is why AIESEC strives for Peace & Fulfilment of Humankind´s Potential.

The AIESEC Way

WHAT?

HOW?

The LDM

THE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MODELWe believe that we can reach our vision bydeveloping responsible leaders for thefuture. These leaders should have these fourtraits to be able to work towards the vision:

Self-Aware: understands and lives personalvalues, focus on strengths over weaknesses,explores one’s passionsWorld Citizen: Believes in their ability tomake a difference in the world, interested inworld issues, enjoys taking responsibility forimproving the worldSolution Oriented: Adapts and showsresilience in the face of challenges, transmitspositivity to move forward throughoutuncertainty, takes risks when neededEmpowering Others: Communicateseffectively in diverse environments, develop& empowers other people, engages withothers to achieve a bigger purpose

Inner and Outer Journey

We believe that Young people learn best by doing and reflecting. The following diagram shows the frameworkAIESEC provides in every experience, enabling Young people to learn the most from every experience. The OuterJourney is the individual’s interaction with the external environment, The InnerJourney is the internal change thathappens withing the individual. The combination of the two ensures that what someone learns from any experiencewill stay with them forever.

AIESEC Values

AIESEC Values

Structure

AIESEC in Sweden is one of the founding entities of the organization, having been established as an effort to rehabilitate Sweden’s image and relationship with the rest of Europe following its neutrality during World War II. Our entity has 66

years of experience in developing leaders by engaging university students in running their own local office and operations. Through the contact with companies, students and other stakeholders to potentialize our exchange

programs, our members are able to develop their management skills in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

WHAT ARE THE ROLES OF THE MC?• Lead and Manage the country

• Financially and legally accountable for AIESEC

• Run National Conferences

• Coach LCs and LCPs

• Provide guidance and direction

• Coach, train and develop functional areas.

OUR NETWORK

Our 8 local offices are managed by volunteers who through their work in different functional areas run all of the organization’s operations. This means that they are engaged in an intense, practical experience where they get to manage their own teams and projects

A) AIESEC in Stockholm B) AIESEC in SSE C) AIESEC in Gothenburg D) AIESEC in Uppsala

E) AIESEC in Lund F) AIESEC in Umea G) AIESEC in Linkoping H) AIESEC in Jonkoping

Departments

TM (Talent Management) is the glue that holds the organization together, working as the Human Resourcedepartment of our local committee. TM plans and runs our local committee meetings and events. This team focuses onrecruiting and maintaining members; ensuring that they are being trained on everything they need to know,developing as strong leaders, and doing all of it while having fun. Because of the direct impact that they have on themembers and well-being of AIESEC makes this a very rewarding function. Ensure members Motivation and Enjoyment,Members recruitment, selection and education, Member training and Development, Ensure Performance and goaltracking.

OGX (Outgoing Exchange team) is directly responsible for connecting students with internship opportunitiesacross the globe and ensuring that students have a rewarding exchange experience. As part of the OGX team,members are responsible for advertising AIESEC to potential Exchange Participants and helping set them up for theirexperience. OGX members build and maintain business relationships with AIESEC chapters across the globe as well ashelp finalize international internship opportunities. Consulting on exchange participant, communicating with Eps onregular basis, Organizing EPs recruitment, Informing EPs on regular basis.

COMM (Communications team) manages the internal and external communications of AIESEC by establishingour brand both on our home campus and also throughout the community of. COMM is also the creative backbone ofthe LC, providing the necessary marketing materials for the needs other functional teams. Another one of theirimportant responsibilities is managing committee information and all social media channels. Internal and Externalcommunication, Brand Management, Social Media platforms maintenance, Marketing campaigns.

DepartmentsICX (Incoming Exchange team) provides connection to the outside professional world. By providing the external faceof AIESEC to the corporate and non-profit world, the ICX team develops and implements sales strategies, negotiatesand signs contracts with organizations to bring in international interns to work in our city, manages the receptionand integration of international interns, and maintains relationships with professional partners. The ICX team isperfect for business students to gain experience. Raising and matching TNs, Preparation after matching TN,Evaluation of TN, Integration and management of incoming exchange.

BD (Business Development) is in charge of creating collaboration and partnetships between AIESECand other student organizations, universities and companies. This gives AIESEC the possibility toorganize events and promote the available internships by raising brand awareness. Maintainingdatabase of organizations, universities and companies, Preparation an coordination of major externalevents, Press and Media Management, Working together with Comm on Marketing campaigns.

FIN (Finance team) is responsible for managing all of AIESEC financial activities. Responsibilities include; developingand managing budgets, receiving and dispersing funds, and locating local sponsors. The finance team plays animportant role in organizational development and growth, providing its members with a unique opportunity to viewprojects from a completely different perspective. Budget Management, Accounting, Fundraising, Grant Writing.

LCP (Local Comittee President) is responsible for ensuring long term growth of the LC. LCP responsibilities includehaving an overview of all functional areas and support the VP:s in their roles. Also, to have contact with MCP andthe other 7 LCPs in Sweden and by that contribute to the overall development of AIESEC in Sweden. The LCPtogether with VPF is also financially and legally responsible for the organization

TM

VP + 4 members

ICX

VP + 5 members, 1 ICX coordinator, 1 BD manager

OGX

VP + 1 TL for EP manager Team + 4 members

1 TL for promotions team + 4 members

FIN

VP + 1 finance assistant

COMM

VP + 4 members + Youth Speak Coordinator

AIESEC in Uppsala Structure

AcronymsGeneralLC – Local CommitteeMC – Members CommitteeAI – AIESEC internationalLCP – Local Committee presidentLCVP – Local Committee Vice PresidentMCP – Members Committee PresidentMCVP – Members Committee Vice PresidentPAI - President of AIESEC InternationalEB - Executive BoardTMP - Team Member ProgrammeTLP - Team Leader ProgrammeNST - National Support TeamBoA - Board of AdvisorsJD - Job DescriptionMoS - Measures of SuccessKPI – Key Progress Indicators@XP - AIESEC ExperienceCEED - Cultural Envoy for Exchange DevelopmentTN - TraineeshipEP - Exchange ParticipantGT – Global TalentGV – Global VolunteerGE – Global EntrepreneurOPS - Outgoing Preparation Seminar

Functional AreasTM - Talent ManagementOGX - Outgoing ExchangeICX - Incoming ExchangeBD Business DevelopmentFIN - FinanceOD - Organizational DevelopmentComm - Communications

Regions (Growth Networks)LATAM - Latin AmericaCEE - Central Eastern EuropeWENA - Western Europe & North AmericaMENA - Middle East & North AfricaAP - Asia Pacific

ConferencesIC - International CongressIPM - International Presidents MeetingEuroCo - European CongressLDS - Leadership Development SeminarGLS - Global Leaders SummitNPM - National Presidents MeetingOC - Organization CommitteeOCP - Organization Committee President