Neighborhood Program Committee
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Serve as the Chair of the NPC with approximately 8 other individuals charged with identifying and promoting the agenda of this group. Responsibilities of Chair include leading the committee strategically for the coordination and effective utilization of Neighborhoods within NCURA and with external organizations (e.g., NACUA, COGR, AUTM, FDP, and EDUCAUSE.) The Committee will develop long-term strategies for overall Community growth, coordinate activities among the various Neighborhoods, and review and make recommendations on potential new Neighborhoods that may need to be created.
DURATION:
One year being appointed by the Professional Development Committee (PDC).
- Function of Position - Actively participate in setting the agenda, facilitating discussions, building consensus, providing thoughtful commentary and completing projects and tasks within the arena of Neighborhood coordination for NCURA.
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities & % Time Devoted - Identify opportunities for enhancement of the Neighborhood infrastructure and share those within the committee. Establish committee priorities for tasks to develop or expand the Neighborhood concept. Assist in the coordination of Neighborhoods both within the organization (and in particular with the Neighborhood subcommittees, the Professional Development Committee and the Select Committee on Communication and Member Services) and with external organizations. Coordinate the development of Neighborhood prototypes as approved by the Board. Help develop action plans to achieve the Committee’s tasks, and make assignments to promote one or more Committee objectives. Report results to the Committee or to the relevant subcommittee chair, analyzing alternatives and making recommendations for further action as appropriate. Analyze the outcomes of other committee members’ tasks, and make decisions in the best interest of the organization.
- Qualifications/Requirements
- Knowledge and/or Skills – Significant knowledge of the organization and an ability to envision the future is needed to permit the Chair to understand appropriate linkages and opportunities. Ability to work collaboratively, to actively and openly consider the viewpoints of others, and to make decisions in the best interest of the overall organization. This individual must also be able assess the risks and benefits associated with pursuit of various courses of action. Technical knowledge is not required, but an appreciation for the use of electronic tools will be helpful.
- Education and/or Experience – No special education or experience is needed, but significant experience working with the organization will be helpful.
- Training and Support - The Committee Chair reports directly to the PDC. The Chair and his/her Committee are supported by guidance from the PDC and through the efforts of the NCURA staff.
- Additional Information (Benefits, Cost Reimbursement, Travel Requirements, etc) - Travel costs associated with any meetings set for the Committee (other than the Annual Meeting) will be reimbursed.
