District Commissioner (Limestone Coast District)
About this opportunity
What does my role include?
- Provide leadership, guidance and support to the Group Support Team
- Coach, mentor and support the members of the District.
- Facilitate the support required to Groups through a proactive management style that seeks to identify triggers for support and refer opportunities for these support mechanisms to be provided.
- Assist Groups to develop and implement strategic and operational plans.
- Evaluating and enhancing volunteer contributions
- Support Group Leaders and District team to develop an Individual Adult Volunteer Plans (IAVP), which includes their training program and review progress throughout the year.
- Conduct three yearly Adult Leader review of GL’s and members of the District team and reappoint, reassign or retire.
- Nominate Leaders for Adult Recognition awards, Life Membership and other recognition opportunities.
- Celebrate Leader and Youth achievements, awards and support presentations being made.
- In collaboration with Branch Commissioner People & Culture, use the Branch Grievance Policy and Procedures as a guide to Investigate and settle complaints between members as required.
How will I be supported? Any job can be flexible to accommodate the diverse needs of today’s society. When you team up with Scouts SA, you’ll have the support of team leaders, extensive online training opportunities and resources alongside a team of staff dedicated to improving your experience.
Additional requirements
National Police Certificate *. Working with Children Check *.
*Please note:
It’s important that organisations continue to monitor and follow the advice and guidelines of both State or Territory, and Federal Governments in relation to the latest COVID-19 requirements.
* As each organisation provides different levels/types of insurance, volunteers are reminded to check with the organisation as to the type of insurance provided for volunteers (e.g. Voluntary Workers Personal Accident Insurance).
* Best practice volunteer involvement recommends that a volunteer role should not be more than 15-16 hours per week.
The time required for this role will vary depending on the specific responsibilities and priorities at any given time. As a volunteer manager within Scouts SA, you can expect to be involved in a wide range of activities and projects which may require a significant time commitment.
Suitable for- Online & Remote Volunteers
- Skilled Volunteers
- Travelling Volunteers
- Administration & Office Management
- Fundraising & Events