The GFMSA President is a senior official appointed by The GFMSA Plenary from among its members. In April 2019, the revised Mandate extended the terms of The GFMSA Presidency to a two-year period.

The term of the President begins on 1 July and ends on 30 June two years after assuming office. The President convenes and chairs the meetings of The GFMSA Plenary and the Steering Group, and he/she oversees The GFMSA Secretariat. The President is the principal spokesperson for The GFMSA and represents The GFMSA externally.

The GFMSA Vice-President, is appointed by the Plenary from among its members. The Vice-President assists the President in carrying out his/her responsibilities and stands in for the President when necessary.