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Written applications, along with a C.V. should be submitted via e-mail to: [email protected]

DEADLINE: November 15, 2021

Role Description: Deputy Contingent Leader (Operations)

Deputy Contingent Manager – Operations will be responsible for the transportation of equipment between Trinidad and Tobago, and the Jamboree site.

Reports to

Head of Contingent

Responsible for

Contingent operations

Main Contacts

Head of Contingent, Contingent Management Team, Troop Leaders

Main Responsibilities

Co-ordinate the shipment of equipment to Jamboree Site and back
Work with the Troop Leaders to compile an equipment List
Procures the necessary equipment for the contingent
Co-ordinates the Pre and Post Jamboree activities
Develops a strategy to ensure a consistent standard for all troops

Appointment Requirements

Troop Leader at previous Jamboree Event
Experience in transportation of equipment within or outside ScoutsTT

Experience and Knowledge

Experience coordinating scouting activities
Experience at International Scouting Events
An understanding of the History of Scouting in Trinidad and Tobago
Experience working in teams at a management level (Essential)
Track record of managing multiple tasks with strong planning and organisation skills (Essential)
Professional Procurement and Logistics experience would be an asset

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills (Essential)
Positive and energetic attitude
Responsive to the needs of others
Be a self-starter able to prioritise needs and requests
Able and willing to work frequent evenings and weekends (Desirable)
Able and willing to travel (locally) extensively
Comfortable with technology
Flexible attitude in response to change and development (Essential)
Acceptance of the ideals, values and principles of the Scout Movement and POR of the Association

Role Description: Deputy Contingent Leader (Administration)

Deputy Contingent Leader – Administration will be responsible for record keeping and file management.

Reports to

Head of Contingent

Responsible for

Administration and Record keeping

Main Contacts

International Commissioner, Head of Contingent, Contingent Management Team, Participants and Supporters

Main Responsibilities

Minute and Distribute to members of the CMT
Manages the application process for the members of the contingent working alongside the Troop Leaders and Deputy Contingent Leaders
Manages the Contingent Email Address and directs queries where necessary
Manages the accounts of the Contingent. Reporting to the HoC on the amount of funds collected and spent by the contingent
Carries out any other functions or duties as required by the HoC

Appointment Requirements

Experience in administration of large groups
High attention to detail
Able to work as part of a team
Available for the full Jamboree and post-camp

Experience and Knowledge

Experience coordinating scouting activities
An understanding of the History of Scouting in Trinidad and Tobago
Experience working in teams at a management level (Essential)
Track record of managing multiple tasks with strong planning and organisation skills (Essential)
Professional Administrative experience would be an asset

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Enthusiastic and able to enthuse others (Essential)
Positive and energetic attitude
Responsive to the needs of others
Be a self-starter able to prioritise needs and requests
Able and willing to work frequent evenings and weekends
Able and willing to travel (locally) extensively (Desirable)
Comfortable with technology
Flexible attitude in response to change and development (Essential)
Acceptance of the ideals, values and principles of the Scout Movement and POR of the Association

Role Description: Deputy Contingent Leader (Support Services)

Deputy Contingent Manager – Support Services will be responsible for the physical and mental wellbeing of the Contingent. The incumbent will also be responsible for the recruitment of ScoutsTT members interested in becoming IST.

Reports to

Head of Contingent

Responsible for

Contingent Welfare and Wellbeing

Main Contacts

Head of Contingent, Contingent Management Team, Troop Leaders

Main Responsibilities

Develops strategies to support all members of the Contingent
Recruits, co-ordinates and promotes the participation of ScoutsTT young leaders as IST’s
Guides IST members to choose and shortlist their Job choices
Acts as a point of contact for ScoutsTT IST’s
Plans and implements crisis response for the Contingent
Carries out any other functions or duties as required by the HoC

Appointment Requirements

Knowledge of shipping and Transportation networks
Experience in shipping equipment either within or outside ScoutsTT
Experience with Procurement procedures

Experience and Knowledge

IST member at a previous Jamboree Event
Experience in Welfare and pastoral care at similar events within or outside Scouting (Desirable)
Having training in a recognised crisis management discipline (Essential)
Track record of managing multiple tasks with strong planning and organisation skills (Essential)
Professional Procurement and Logistics experience would be an asset

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills (Essential)
Positive and energetic attitude
Responsive to the needs of others
Ability to communicate with adults in a fun and informative way verbally, by email, using social media and in bulletins
Be a self-starter able to prioritise needs and requests
Able and willing to work frequent evenings and weekends (Desirable)
Able and willing to travel (locally) extensively (Essential)
Comfortable with technology
Flexible attitude in response to change and development
Acceptance of the ideals, values and principles of the Scout Movement and POR of the Association