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Invitation for Chapter Volunteers (Committee Heads & Committee members)

Dear Members, Greetings to you::  As you all aware that, with the successful completion of the previous term 2020-2021, the core committee took the challenge in serving the chapter for one more year and started the new term on 1st July 2021. To plan the activities ahead for the upcomin term, the core committee is in the process of selecting the new committee heads & committee members. In view of this, we invite nominations from the valid members who are willing to take the responsibility of chairing a committee or to become a committee member for any one of the following committees.
1. CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to –Promote and collect technical articles from the members and review it for the publication.Prepare the Quiz for the monthly HSE updates.Prepare the interviews with the HSE leaders and other prospects.Support the EC with the technical submission preparation like for the awards and other accreditations (eg.  Best educator award, Best volunteer of the year….etc).Coordinate to publish the local/regional job openings for the members.Create a database of the job seekers in chapter, assist them for getting better job opportunities.Coordinate and conduct the professional development programs.Coordinate and facilitate preparation with the Training committee for the HSE Certifications (like CSP, CIH, QEP, CMIOSH etc.) Programs.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Develop a technical library for the benefit of members.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015. 
2. TRAINING COMMITTEE
Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to – Initiate training need analysis and identifies the training needs of the members.Prepare the training plan accommodating the internal and external training as per the needs.Prepare the list of the internal trainers and coordinate with them.Coordinate and liaise with the chapter officers to conduct the training as per the plans.Review the training feedback and suggest the improvements.Develop the plan for the ASSP training center.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015. 
3. PUBLICATION COMMITTEE
 Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to – Look after the Publication requirements of the Chapter such as preparing, printing and circulating of  monthly, half yearly and annual HSE Update publication.ASSP Kuwait social media updates (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube…etc)Preparing and issuing of Press releases on Chapter activities as and when required in coordination with the EC and chapter officers.Prepare the samples for the annual give ways like calendar, diary planner or as directed by the EC.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the Chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015. 
4. WEBSITES DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to – Maintain, update and enhance the features of Chapter websites through Coordination with ASSP HQ webmaster.Develop and maintain ASSP KC apps and Other social media pages.Develop E-learning opportunities on chapter website.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives / Strategic plan.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:20
5. HSE EVENTS COMMITTEE
Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to –  Coordinate with senior members and other prospects to look for the Speakers/sponsors.Organize Monthly Technical Meets, and liaise with the chapter officials for the requirements.Organize and facilitate the Webinars for ASSP members.Organize events such as World Environment Day, Earth Day, Ozone Day, Health Day, Safety Day etc. and to look for the Speakers/sponsors.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015. 
6. OUTREACH & GOVT. AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to –  Look after the Government related matters related for the smooth operations of ASSP Kuwait Chapter.Assist and coordinate the chapter to obtain relations with the Governmental organization and state NGOs.Carry out Public Relation Activities for ASSP Activities.Organize Outreach programs like Beach cleanup drive, blood donation, HSE Pupils Week and Fun-day for Members etc. and arrange events sponsors.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015. 
7. MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
I) Development committee Organize membership drive/ activities to enhance the memberships of ASSP Kuwait Chapter.Arrange the membership application requirements for the new members and coordinate with Chapter officer to get enrolled in the ASSP HQ membership.Maintain the database of members in tenure.To follow up and verify the enrolment of the members in the ASSP HQ membership roaster.To prepare the list of the new members on monthly basis to the EC.Maintain Communication to welcome with new members.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015.    II) Retention Committee. To follow up with the current members of the chapter and arrange for their renewals.Look into the problems of Members and coordinate with Chapter Admin staff to solve the issues (if any).Notify members via email for expiry of memberships.Support membership development committee in achieving collective goals.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015. 
8. STUDENT COMMITTEE
 Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to –  Interact with PAAET, KU and other Universities to organize programs for students.Establish Student Chapter in PAAET / Kuwait University.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015. 
9. WISE (WOMEN IN SAFETY EXCELLENCE) COMMITTEE
Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to –  Plan and organize programs for the professional development of the Women HSE professionals.Attend the EC meetings and involve committee members in the activities.Contribute to the chapter in enhancing its activities in line with its objectives.Fulfil the requirements & objectives of ISO 9001:2015.      Note: (Nominee for WISE Committee shall be a female ASSP member.)
10. SOCIAL MEDIA CELL
Some of the key responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to –Posting event updates on social media platforms.Welcoming new members with a poster on social media.Wishing members on their birthdays with a poster on social media.Posting achievements of members with an a poster on social media. 
BENEFITS TO CHAPTER VOLUNTEERS
The following are some of the likely benefits for volunteers who will take up the above positions.Certificate of Appreciation.Priority in Chapter training programs.Complementary ASSP membership for Committee Heads.Thanking letter to their Employers (On request).Subsidized fee for one training programs as per Chapter procedure.Deserving Candidates get a Chance to attend conferences on behalf of ASSP Kuwait Chapter.
NOMINATION
Kindly requested to download, fill and submit the nomination form in the reply email and CC to the chapter secretary’s email secretary@kuwait.assp.org on or before 15th July 2021. Final selection of the committee Heads and Committee Members will be done by the Core committee of the Chapter. Based on the requirements and the available number of nominations, we may review the committees. If you need any clarification, please feel free to contact Mr. Ramana, Executive at  Mobile: 55141224 or Secretary Mr. Safdar Ali Khan at Mobile: 60371060. We appreciate and look forward for your active support, cooperation and commitment in nominating yourself, to involve in the chapter activities. 

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Regards,

Safdar Ali Khan

Secretary (2021-2022)