Executive Committee Interviews of IEEE COMMUNICATIONS SOCIETY (ComSoc) STUDENT BRANCH USJ— Term 2026/27

Description

The IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc) Student Branch of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura conducted its Executive Committee interview process for the 2026/27 term to identify suitable candidates to undertake leadership, administrative, financial, and technical responsibilities within the Student Branch. The interview process was intended to assess candidates' interest in IEEE ComSoc, their leadership potential, communication and interpersonal skills, commitment to the branch, and suitability for the respective positions. The process also aimed to identify individuals capable of contributing to the growth of the Student Branch through technical activities, professional development initiatives, knowledge-sharing sessions, and member engagement. The primary objectives of the interview process were to: Evaluate candidates' understanding of IEEE ComSoc and its role in advancing communication technologies and professional development. Assess leadership capabilities, initiative, problem-solving skills, and decision-making. Examine candidates' communication, teamwork, and organizational skills. Determine candidates' willingness to commit time and effort to Student Branch activities. Evaluate their suitability for the responsibilities associated with their respective positions. Establish an effective Executive Committee capable of implementing the branch's objectives during the 2026/27 term. Registration and Application Process Registrations for the IEEE ComSoc USJ Executive Committee for the 2026/27 term opened during the first week of September 2026. Interested students were invited to register their interest in joining the Executive Committee and contributing to the activities and objectives of the Student Branch. The registration period remained open until 26th of September 2026 at 12:00 a.m. , after which registrations were closed. Following the conclusion of the registration period, the interview process was conducted to assess the suitability of applicants for the available Executive Committee positions. A total of 15 candidates participated in the interview process, from whom six candidates were selected to serve in the Executive Committee for the 2026/27 term. Interview Guidelines and Evaluation Criteria The interviews were intended to follow a structured and fair assessment approach. Candidates could be evaluated using common criteria applicable to all positions, together with additional criteria relevant to the responsibilities of each role. The proposed evaluation criteria include: Understanding of IEEE ComSoc and its objectives. Leadership, initiative, and problem-solving abilities. Communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment, availability, and willingness to contribute. Teamwork and collaboration. Role-specific knowledge and suitability. A weighted scoring system out of 100 marks may be used to support consistent evaluation. Interviewers should assess candidates based on their responses, demonstrated competencies, relevant experience, and proposed contributions to the Student Branch. The interview panel comprised all six members of the IEEE ComSoc USJ Executive Committee for the 2025/26 term. The outgoing Executive Committee collectively conducted the interviews to assess the candidates' suitability for the respective positions, considering their leadership potential, commitment, communication skills, and ability to contribute to the continued growth and development of the Student Branch. To maintain fairness, candidates should receive comparable interview opportunities, and assessments should be based on the established criteria rather than personal preferences. Interview records and selection deliberations should remain confidential. A total of 15 candidates participated in the Executive Committee interview process for the 2026/27 term. Following the evaluation process, six candidates were selected for the available positions within the IEEE ComSoc Student Branch of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. The selected office bearers are listed below: Chairperson: Abishek Perera Vice-Chairperson: Ahinsa Wikramarathna Secretary: Nayanama Athukorala Assistant Secretary: Nihtika Dodangoda Treasurer: Medhawa Wickrama Arachchi Webmaster: Dulanga Perera These six individuals were selected to undertake the leadership, administrative, financial, and technical responsibilities of the Student Branch for the 2026/27 term. They are expected to work collaboratively to achieve the objectives of IEEE ComSoc, organize technical and professional development activities, encourage student participation, and strengthen the presence of the Communications Society within the university. The selected Executive Committee will serve as the leadership team responsible for coordinating the branch's activities and supporting its continued development throughout the term. The final appointments should be documented in accordance with the applicable branch procedures.