Committee (formerly known as Executive) Member

Submitted by ribell on 19 March, 2009 - 21:22

Role:

  • provide collective leadership for CAN
  • oversee the work and employment conditions of CAN staff
  • oversee the budget and approve expenditure
  • help shape the strategic direction for CAN and monitor progress
  • provide liaison and support to CAN's Portfolio Groups
  • adopt particular portfolios according to interest, skills and experience

 

Duties:

  • use personal skills, experience and knowledge and those of your networks to further CAN's objectives
  • participate in meetings, e-mail/website discussions and decision making (including Cm'tee e-group and bi-monthly, web or phone conferences) and the annual Committee get-together and the CAN Do
  • consult with members, staff and people / organisations outside CAN as appropriate
  • receive advice/information from CAN Portfolio Groups and provide them with suitable feedback and guidance
  • take on specific roles within Committee in line with skills / experience and available time
  • seek approval from Committee for expenditure of $50 or more
  • make appointments to volunteer roles within CAN

 

Desired qualities/experience:

  • CAN member
  • some knowledge of CAN's purpose and activities
  • ability to work as part of a team
  • Internet access and some skills with basic computer software (word processor, spreadsheet)

 

Accountabilities:

  • CAN membership
  • funders

 

Support/working relationships:

  • practical help and advice available from Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson, fellow Committee members, CAN staff & CAN Forum
  • mentoring and some training (e.g. governance, finances) will be provided

 

Time commitment

  • varies during the year, but averages 3-4 hours per week

 

Rewards

  • entitled to claim travel expenses for annual Committee meeting and CAN Do
  • other appropriate expenses (e.g. paper, postage, toll calls)
  • training as appropriate (e.g. governance)
  • annual gift ($50 voucher from selected stores)
  • subsidy for Internet costs ($20/month for broadband; $10/month for dial-up)
  • furthering a good cause and working with great people

 

Notes:

  • The subsidy for Internet costs should be claimed annually in arrears, prior to the AGM. The subsidy claim and any other claims for reimbursement should be made to the Treasurer on the Expenses Claim Form (see Reimbursements section of Financial Policies).
  • Letterhead, submission, presentation and e-mail signature templates are available from the Media & Marketing Co-ordinator.
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