At Alterna, our mission is to empower Learners all around the globe with accessible, free, and high‑quality computer science curricula, made possible by our team of high-agency remote volunteers.
As a Chair, you’ll organise and lead committee sessions in the upcoming Alterna Artificial Intelligence Model United Nations, (AAIMUN) a fully remote MUN conference. In addition, you’ll ensure fair participation and maintain the flow of conference activities according to the MUN Rules of Procedure.
Currently, the committees within AAIMUN are the General Assembly, ECOSOC, Human Rights Council, and the Security Council.
This role will take place in Summer 2026 onwards, with an expected Conference Weekend in June 25 & 26th, 2026. No prior experience in live event operations is required, although it is a strong plus.
This is a remote asynchronous-first unpaid volunteering position.
You'll get to
- Direct the flow of debate sessions
- Manage speaker lists
- Enforce Rules of Procedure (RoPs)
- Address points of order or personal privilege
- Trigger crisis situations for discussion
- Evaluate delegate performance
- Submit post-conference metadata
You'll learn to
- Moderate discussions between participants considering differing viewpoints
- Strong leadership and group management skills
- Insight into the workings of the UN and multilateral decision-making
We seek that you have
- At least 16 years of age
- Prior MUN experience as a delegate
- Solid knowledge of MUN RoPs and the broader UN system
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort and confidence speaking in public
- Ability to remain neutral and professional at all times
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
We prefer if you have
These aren't required, but they'll make your application shine.
- Prior MUN experience as a chair
- High creativity, agency, and emotional intelligence
- Background in computer science, AI, or related fields
- Ability to thoughtfully integrate AI tools into workflows
- Strong focus on outcomes
Benefits
Part of our volunteer benefits package.
- Asynchronous‑first remote position with clear boundaries and respect for your time
- Flexible time-off and exam season blackout dates
- Ownership of real, high‑impact projects with no meaningless busywork
- Career support in the form of referrals, recommendation letters, portfolio‑ready work, and real metrics behind your impact
- Certified community service hours (Including IB CAS)
- Access to premium AI models for professional use through our custom AAIMUN solution
Role details
Compensation
Volunteer
Unpaid with benefits
Location
Remote
International
Duration
Fixed term
Communication
Async-first
English
Interview process
Our hiring process is designed to be thorough yet respectful of your time.
Application
Take your time telling us why you want to join Alterna and make a strong first impression.
General Competencies Assessment
Immediately after your application, you will receive a link to complete the GCA: a 15-minute multiple-choice questionnaire, which allows us to learn more about your skills in the workplace.
Interview
Meet with Alterna’s Director to talk about who you are beyond a resume, your approach to leadership, problem-solving, and gain a deeper understanding of Alterna’s strategy, values, and processes.
Offer
We discuss the final details and ensure you are ready to jump in if you choose to accept.
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We value diversity of experience, and we know that comes in many forms; which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. If you believe your experience is close to what we're looking for in this role, please consider applying.
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