Proposal #19: Ex-junior for ombudsman
I propose that once the senior IJR leaves his/her position, she stays in the board for an extra year as ombudsman for the organization. The ombudsman can put forward motions (with a second) and speak in the board, but cannot vote. The ombudsman participation in AIM is covered by CISV International.
The ombudsman will receive request from inexperienced NAs, Committees and CISV members and will bring forward in the board the issues that the more vocal NAs would not bring forward.
The ombudsman can assist NAs in writing motions and dealing with the workings of the discussion in the board.
Rationale
Some NAs have problems bringing their ideas to the board because of language problems, cultural issues, lack of experieence. The senior NJR has 2 years of experience in the board and can use his/her experience to the advantage of those "unheard voices".
Since the ombudsman doesn't have affiliation or doesn't need to "report back home" she can bring forward difficult issues in stead of trustees who wouldn't because of "home" issues.
Respectfully submitted, Frederic (ITA)
Background
IJRs (international junior representatives) are elected by the national junior represetatives for two years, so they serve a junior and a senior year in the board. The IJR position is a "hybrid"-role of both a board member and a member of the EEC (expanded executive committee), similar to an international committee chair.
IJRs (international junior representatives) are elected by the national junior represetatives for two years, so they serve a junior and a senior year in the board. The IJR position is a "hybrid"-role of both a board member and a member of the EEC (expanded executive committee), similar to an international committee chair.
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The idea of an ombudsman in CISV is an interesting proposal. I would think of it as more like an "advocate" -- someone who can help bring up difficult issues or help others put their ideas into words or to help address problems. I think there are many diplomatic and respected people who already help on this level in the background.
But should this be a defined position? And should it be the ex-IJR? I can speak from personal experience on this one . . . the last think I wanted to do when I was finished as IJR was to take on another large position. And I'm sure there were many people who wouldn't have wanted me to be an ombudsman. It was time for a holiday! But the quality of IJRs has increased after me;) They would do a better job!!
I wonder if this is what honourary councelors should be doing. See also proposal #20.
Hey Nick,
The problem of this person being the Honorary Counselor is that often this one has very little contact with the NAs.
From what I understood, the idea that this person would be the IJR is that this include guarantee of 2years of board and EEC experience, besides intense contact with people from almost all NAs.
But good point, you make.
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