The_Rule_Book - Brooklyn Scouts, Wellington

2010 Edition
Accountable to
The Assistant Venturer Leader is accountable to the Group Leader through the
Venturer Leader, and assists with the implementation of the Venturer
programme.
Liaises with
• The parents and caregivers for support and assistance.
• Zone/Region Venturer Leaders for training and support.
• Other Venturer Leaders for mutual support and sharing of programme
ideas.
• Rover Crew Leaders to arrange the progression of Venturers to the Rover
Crew.
• Kea, Cub and Scout Leaders to keep each other informed of section
development matters.
Key tasks
1. Help the Venturer Leader train and support the Unit Chairperson.
2. Help establish and train an elected Unit Executive.
3. Help ensure the Unit Executive plans and organises a challenging and
enjoyable programme that meets the goals outlined in the Venturer
Programme Evaluation Checklist.
4. Endeavour to build and maintain adequate membership levels through
recruitment techniques.
5. Attend Group Council Meetings in order to share in the Group
communication system and be well informed about Group matters.
6. Prepare and encourage Venturers to progress to the Rover Crew.
7. Complete the Initial and Practical Stages of the Adult Leader Training
Scheme within eighteen months of taking out a Leader's Warrant, and
continue to attend skills training on an ongoing basis.
8. Observe the Scout Association's Code of Conduct and Risk Management
guidelines.
1.9 Position Description - Group Leader
Purpose of the position
To manage the Scout Group so that the youth sections and their Leaders deliver
an enjoyable programme of activities that meet the aims and objectives of
SCOUTS New Zealand.
Accountable to
The Group Leader is accountable to the Zone Leader for the implementation of
the youth programme and management of the Group resources.
Liaises with
• The parents and caregivers for support and assistance.
• Zone/Region Leaders for training and support.
• Other Group Leaders for mutual support and sharing of ideas.
• Community leaders for promotion and financial support for the Group.
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