Call for IPSA President-Elect

In accordance with its Rules and Procedures, the International Political Science Association (IPSA) invites applications for the position of President-Elect. If elected, the candidate will serve a two-year mandate as President-Elect from 2027 to 2029 and, subsequently, as President from 2029 to 2031. For a detailed description of the role and responsibilities of the IPSA President, please refer to Article 17 of the IPSA Constitution.

All persons who have served or are currently serving on the IPSA Executive Committee as elected members, excluding those who have already served as IPSA President, may apply. Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of engagement with IPSA, a clear understanding of the Association’s mission and governance and a sustained commitment to advancing its international activities. In particular, candidates are expected to have shown active involvement in IPSA’s work and to be prepared to assume the responsibilities associated with both the President-Elect and President mandates.

The application shall include the following:

• A written and signed statement confirming that the signatory, as a former or current elected member of the IPSA Executive Committee, is applying to become a nominee for President-Elect of IPSA;
• A letter of support from the applicant’s national or regional association;
• A biography reflecting the applicant’s academic and leadership experience;
• A complete and detailed curriculum vitae; 
• A brief statement outlining the objectives the applicant would pursue if elected;
• At least two written endorsements from current members of the Executive Committee supporting the candidacy of the applicant.

All of the above documents must be submitted by email to the Executive Director at: kim.fontaine-skronski@ipsa.org. 

The deadline to submit the application is 31 August 2026.

Applications will be evaluated by the Presidential Search Committee, consisting of IPSA’s President, President-Elect, Past President, and two current elected members of the Executive Committee. The Committee shall submit a report to the Executive Committee at its second meeting in 2026. Based on this report, the Executive Committee shall recommend one applicant for the position of IPSA President-Elect to the IPSA Council. The Council will elect the IPSA President-Elect at its meeting during the IPSA World Congress of Political Science taking place 24-28 July 2027.

Thank you for your interest and cooperation.