Your path to CIWM Presidency starts here


We’re seeking a visionary leader to join CIWM's highly respected presidential team as Junior Vice-President (JVP) for 2026/2027. This role offers you a platform to influence CIWM’s future, act as an ambassador for the entire waste and resource management sector and help shape our journey beyond waste.

The successful candidate, elected by a vote of both CIWM’s Members’ Council and CIWM Fellows (as well as a member of the Early Careers Presidential team), will become Junior Vice-President in June 2026 and will join CIWM’s Presidential Team and Trustee Board for a four-year term. They will become Senior Vice-President in 2027 and then President for the 2028/29 term, representing CIWM's 8,000+ professional members throughout their term.

Applications much be received by the end of closing date 10 January 2026.

Candidates must:

  • Be a Fellow of CIWM
  • Be supported by either
    - their Regional Committee (previously Centre Council)
    - or, three members who are either CIWM Fellows or CIWM Trustees (General Councillors)
  • Provide a personal statement (between 1,800-2,500 words) outlining their vision for their Presidency
  • Provide a CV detailing their relevant experience

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — of any gender, age, ability, race, sexual orientation, religion, or belief system. If you would like to discuss the role, or have any queries regarding the application process, we’re very happy to arrange an informal conversation with the current CIWM Presidential Team, CIWM Trustees and or the CIWM staff team. To arrange a discussion, please email us at governance@ciwm.co.uk.

When considering applying and your suitability for the role we recommend reflecting on the following:

  • What can I contribute to CIWM?
  • How can my skills and experience add value?
  • Do I have the qualities of an inspiring leader?
  • Why should members elect me?

Please address these questions when writing your personal statement. Your personal statement and CV will be shared with the CIWM Fellows and our Regional Committee network  for consideration when voting.

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Candidates will be required to make an online presentation to the voting pool in Spring 2026 on a date to be agreed. After the presentation the voting pool will vote for their preferred candidate and the person with the most votes will be appointed Junior Vice President Elect. Their term will start at the Presidential Inauguration in June 2026. Full details of the presentation date and format will be provided nearer the time.

How to Apply
Further details about the role can be found here. The nomination form can be accessed here and must be submitted along with details of your supporters, your personal statement and your CV by the end of closing date of 10 January 2026. Prior to submitting your application, please review and complete the Application Guidance and Supporter's Declaration form. Please note that we will not be able to accept any aspect of your application after the closing date so any queries regarding any part of the application, including sponsors, must be covered prior to the deadline. 

Explore More
Learn about our Presidential team’s work through these links:
Presidential Team
Presidential Reports

If you have any questions or need any help, support or adaptations during the application process, please don’t hesitate to contact us at governance@ciwm.co.uk or by telephone on 01604 620426.