The UBC Sales Association is committed to building a solid student sales ecosystem on campus. We connect students with experienced professionals, run hands-on training events, and deliver high-impact programs such as the Sales Mentorship Program (SMP), Sales Pitch Competition (SPC) and learning/networking workshops.

The VP External (x2) work together as peer partners to jointly reach out and manage all UBC Sales stakeholders, from alumni connections, external sponsorships, and monetary sponsorships.

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Time Commitment

- Approximately 5-10 hours per week, with responsibilities divided between the two VP Externals.
- Workload may increase during mentor recruitment and leading up to the Sales Pitch Competition.
- Expected to attend executive meetings and UBC Sales events when available.

Term of EmploymentSeptember 2026 - April 2027

Main Responsibilities

- Build and maintain relationships with sales professionals, UBC alumni, companies, and other industry partners.
- Recruit and communicate with mentors for the Sales Mentorship Program (SMP).
- Source and invite speakers and professionals for UBC Sales' three learning and networking events.
- Conduct outreach to secure judges, sponsors, and industry partners for the Sales Pitch Competition.
- Seek monetary and in-kind sponsorships, including food, beverages, prizes, and other event support.

- Draft professional outreach emails, partnership proposals,



and follow-ups.
- Track outreach progress, contacts, responses, and partnership opportunities.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Logistics to ensure external partners are appropriately communicated with, accommodated, and recognized.

Qualifications

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable reaching out to and building relationships with new people.
- Professional, proactive, and reliable when communicating with external stakeholders.
- Interest in sales, business development, networking, or relationship management.
- Solid organization and follow-up skills.
- Previous sales, sponsorship, or outreach experience is an asset, but not required.

nSubmit the following information no later than September 18th 2026, at 10:00 PM PST:

- A one-page resume outlining your most relevant experiences
- A one-page cover letter describing:
- Why you want to join UBC Sales
- Your views and personal experiences relevant to UBC Sales and your role
- Other information you think necessary to include

Please save the single PDF document using the naming convention: VP_External_Lastname_Firstname.pdf Please contact Andee Achacoso and Julie Wang, UBC Sales Association Co-Presidents, at [email protected] and [email protected] if you have any additional questions or concerns.

📌 Vice President, External (2) (Vancouver)
🏢 The CUS
📍 Vancouver