2026-05-06

Join the SASUF Network as a Student Representative

Are you interested in international collaboration and representing the student perspective at a global level? We are now recruiting one Student Representative to participate in the SASUF Student Network. This is a great opportunity to build international networks, gain insight into higher education collaboration, and amplify student voices.

SASUF – South Africa Sweden University Forum

SASUF is a collaborative initiative bringing together 37 partner universities from Sweden and South Africa. The project connects researchers, educators, students, university leadership, and other key stakeholders to jointly develop solutions to global challenges linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2030.

The SASUF Student Network unites students from 37 partner universities in South Africa and Sweden as an integrated part of the overarching SASUF collaboration.

As a Student Representative, you will:

Represent Jönköping University within the SASUF Student Network and take part in one of the four student committees organized by the network. You will participate in SASUF-related meetings, events, and conferences (both virtual and on-site). You are expected to participate in a Student Leadership Program organized by the network together with partnering universities.

Who we are looking for

We seek engaged and motivated students who:

Have an interest in international relations, global challenges, or higher education cooperation
Are comfortable representing student perspectives in international settings
Can allocate time for meetings and participation in physical and virtual events over a long-term period, ending in Spring 2028
Enjoy collaboration across cultures and academic disciplines

Term and structure

The mandate lasts until graduation or voluntary resignation

The role requires a commitment to participate in the Student Network until Spring 2028

The position is not a paid assignment
Travel and accommodation costs for SASUF Student related events and conferences are covered by JU
The recruitment process is coordinated by the Local SASUF coordinator at JU, and is conducted with continuous selection.