Terms of Reference for the internal Academic Advisory Council

The Rector has adopted the following terms of reference for the initiative's internal academic advisory council.

Composition

The Global South initiative shall have an internal NTNU academic advisory council composed of members from different academic environments. The members:

• have an interest in and experience with collaboration with the Global South within education, research, and/or innovation partnerships
• provide advice to the Academic Director on the planning and strategic direction of the initiative
• possess knowledge of research and higher education policy, as well as funding and support mechanisms relevant to NTNU's opportunities for collaboration with the Global South

Responsibilities of the Council

The Council shall:

• support and advise the Director in the strategic development of the initiative;
• ensure that the work is based on the values and principles underpinning the initiative;
• provide specific advice on the annual action plan, budget, and use of strategic funds;
• develop internal academic meeting places and networks, and mobilize relevant academic communities at NTNU;
• promote the initiative both internally and externally;
• contribute to ongoing strategic dialogue with policymakers and funding agencies at national and international levels;
• actively identify and map potential funding opportunities.

Interaction and Reporting

The Academic Advisory Council shall maintain dialogue with the initiative's external advisory group.

The Global South initiative reports to the Committee for Social Responsibility and Outreach (SAFU).