Role Overview:

The Chairperson plays a vital role in supporting and enhancing the operations of our Scout Group. This position is responsible for leading the Group Support Committee in providing essential administrative, financial, and resourcing support to the Group Leader and Assistant Group Leader. The Chairperson's efforts are instrumental in ensuring the efficient functioning of the Group, successful fundraising, grant management, parent involvement, and clear communication within the Group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support and assistance to the Group Leader and Assistant Group Leader in managing Group property resources, fundraising, grant writing and acquittal, parent involvement, Group family communication, and accounting.
• Lead the Group Support Committee to meet the requirements of Policy & Rules and Queensland Branch Scouting Instructions (QBSI).
• Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to fostering transparent and timely communication among the Executive Committee, the Group Leader, and various stakeholders, utilising platforms like Messenger, Teams, and Email for effective communication.
• Ensure that the Group Support Committee meets on a regular basis and chair the meeting.
• Actively participate in monthly Executive Committee meetings.
• Provide assistance and support to the Group Leader and Assistant Group Leader with the preparation of the Group’s Annual Plan and property development plan.
• Assist the Group Leader with the preparation of the Annual Report.
• Chair the Annual Report Presentation.
• Provide support to members of the Group Support Committee to ensure that they can fulfil their appointed roles.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Card.
• A deep commitment to the Purpose and Principles of Scouts Australia.
• Ability to motivate, lead, and collaborate effectively with both youth and adults.
• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with technology and information systems.
• Excellent prioritisation skills to meet deadlines.

Role Specific Criteria:

• Relevant management qualification or experience is highly desirable.
• Willingness to apply for a free Membership with Scouts Queensland.
• Willingness to apply for a volunteer Working with Children Card (Blue Card), linked to Scouts Queensland.

Completion of mandatory On Demand modules within specified timeframes:

• Child Safe Scouting
• WHS for Scouting
• Effective Group Support Committees
• How to be a Scout Group Chairman

Beneficial completion of additional online learning modules:

• Communication
• Managing Conflict
• Delegation
• Relationship Skills
• The Scout Method
• Effective Group Management

What's in it for You?

By taking on this role as a Chairman, you can look forward to a host of benefits:

• Financial Incentive: (If you have your children enrolled with us) Enjoy a generous 70% discount on your eldest child's term fees, lightening the financial load.
• Contribution to Scouting: Actively enrich the Scouting experience for youth and adults in your local community.
• Skill Development: Opportunities for honing administrative, communication, and leadership skills.
• Leadership Experience: Gain valuable experience working with a diverse team and guiding administrative aspects of the Scout Group.
• Community Engagement: Engage actively in the local community, including schools, community groups, and interactions with local representatives (MPs).
• Networking: Build a network of like-minded individuals within Ripley Scout Group and the community.
• Personal Growth: Embrace challenging responsibilities, foster skill development, and collaborate with a variety of people.
• Youth Development: Indirectly contribute to the personal growth and leadership development of young Scouts.
• Fulfilling Volunteer Work: Experience the appreciation and recognition of your time and dedication.
• Personal Satisfaction: Be part of an organisation that empowers youth and makes a positive impact on the community.
• Community Impact: Ensure that the Ripley Scout Group continues to make a meaningful difference in the local community.

Please note that this is a volunteer position, and the successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and adhere to Scouts Australia's policies and guidelines.