The_Rule_Book - Brooklyn Scouts, Wellington

2010 Edition
Key tasks
1. To recruit and appoint Leaders for each section, and with the Zone Leader’s
assistance, organise training so that each section has the required number
of competent and enthusiastic Leaders who work as a team.
2. Endeavour to build and maintain adequate membership levels through
recruitment techniques.
3. Encourage each Leader to undertake Adult Leader Training.
4. 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.
5. Run at least one Group Council per school term.
6. Assist the leaders to review the Programme each term in order to monitor
the quality and balance of the section programmes.
7. Ensure that the Group has an effective Committee.
8. Ensure that the Group membership and administrative records are current.
9. Ensure that adult Leaders and committee members receive timely awards
in recognition of their services.
10. Attend Zone Meetings regularly.
11. Observe SCOUTS New Zealand’s Code of Conduct and Risk Management
Policy and regularly promote and remind members of their importance.
1.10 Position Description – Zone Leader
Purpose of the position
To support and develop the Group Leaders, Group Committees and Leaders of
Clubs, Packs, Troops and Units in the Scout Zone in such as way that they run
effective and enjoyable programmes for their youth members.
Accountable to
The position is accountable to the Regional Development Manager for the
administration, general welfare and development of SCOUTS New Zealand in the
Zone, and the progressive training of its members.
Liaises with
• Group Leaders in the Zone
• Zone Section Leaders
• Other Zone Leaders for support and sharing of ideas
• National Section Leaders for guidance and support
• Local Community for promotion and support for SCOUTS New Zealand
Key tasks
1. Plan and organise the formation of new Groups and encourage the
development of existing Groups in the Zone.
2. Recruit and develop a competent and enthusiastic Zone Section Leader for
each section in SCOUTS New Zealand so as to ensure all Adult Leaders
receive training when required, and that all youth members enjoy an
attractive scheme of progressive training in accordance with Clause 1
above.
3. Ensure every Scout Group has an effective Group Leader by recruiting and
training suitable people as required.
4. Ensure that the Zone Leaders visit the Section Leaders in each Group
regularly in order to provide support and on the job training where needed.
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