Neighbourhood Watch London
Board
of
Directors
Join the
Neighbourhood Watch London Board of Directors and help us build
safer communities through crime prevention!
Vision and Values
Neighbourhood Watch London acts to increase awareness and involvement
of more of London’s citizens through the efforts of Neighbourhood Watch
London and it’s community partners and strives to assist other
communities in achieving these ends as well.
What does Neighbourhood Watch do?
Basically, this is a program where neighbours unite and work together,
preventing crime by getting to know one another and becoming familiar
with their neighbourhood. If something out of the ordinary is
observed, the activity is reported to the police and then to the other
members of their Neighbourhood Watch area. It leads to a rejuvenation
of “a community” within a large city.
What is the board’s role at Neighbourhood Watch?
The Neighbourhood Watch London board is a governing board, providing
policy and leadership to the organization and furthers the program’s
effectiveness through cooperation with individuals, groups and
agencies involved with crime prevention and safe communities.
What will be expected of me as a board member?
Board members are expected to attend and actively participate in board
meetings (one meeting per month, on the third Tuesday of every month).
In addition, board members are expected to serve on at least one board
committee.
Neighbourhood Watch London has established a mentoring program. You
will work with an experienced board member for a period of six months
to one year. During this time your mentor will partner with you and
personally assist in your development as an effective member of the
team.
What is the process for getting on the board?
Governing our organization is one of the most critical roles someone
can play at Neighbourhood Watch London. That’s why we recruit a pool
of potential candidates for every seat on the board. The process is
simple, by calling our office at 519-661-6442 we will send you an
application package. Successful applicants will be contacted for an
interview.
Application
can be filled on-line; Save the file and send as an
attachment to
nwl@london.ca
Job Description
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Job Title |
Member, Board of Directors
Neighbourhood Watch London |
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Job Purpose |
Represent the best interests of the
community by guiding Neighbourhood Watch London towards its vision
and mission |
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Job Duties |
• Participate in special events,
both as a representative of the community and to provide support
• Prepare in advance of all meetings to make educated decisions
through review of materials and discussions etc.
• Avoid
and where possible disclose conflicts of interest
• As a link between the community and Neighbourhood Watch London,
not only represent the community to the organization but also to
represent the organization to the community, acting as an
ambassador for Neighbourhood Watch
• Always act with prudence and ethics by putting the best interest
of Neighbourhood Watch before your own
• Assist the development and enhance the effectiveness of
Neighbourhood Watch through active participation in a minimum of 1
committee
• Assist in the development of new and
current board member by offering your acquired skills and life
experiences to the board
• Attend a minimum of 7
meetings per year (70% attendance)
• Resign if you find
yourself unable to perform these duties |
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Skills/qualifications |
• Positive (can do) attitude
• Honest
• Passion for the Neighbourhood Watch London cause
• Adult (18 years of age)
• Resident of London
• Willingness to commit time for board meetings, committee
meetings, planning meetings and special events
• Team player
• Previous leadership experience
• Eagerness to learn
• Previous experience working on a Board of Directors
• Minimum grade 12 education
• Interested in leading and governing, not just volunteering
• Objective, but decisive
• Willingness and ability to add your expertise, time and
resources when needed
• Not already over committed
• Listen well without taking sides
• Previous experience in any of the following would be an asset:
Finance/Accounting/Marketing/Public Speaking/
Fundraising/Mediation/Business |
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Special Training |
• Board Member Handbook
• Mentoring Program - All New Board Members shall be assigned a "
mentor" (an experienced Board member who will act as the new
member's point of contact for all issues)
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Hours Required |
• 2 hours/month for Board meetings
• 2 hours/month for Committee meetings
• 6 hours/year for Ward Meeting (2 meetings)
• 20 hours/year for special projects
Training/Workshops |
