THERE IS AN URGENT REQUIREMENT
TO FILL THE CRUCIALLY IMPORTANT POSITIONS OF
AREA COORDINATOR
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH ROLES
The following lists the basic tasks which Coordinators, at various points in the NHW network, are asked to address. As with any voluntary undertaking, while there is a minimum which is required if the system is to function at all, no-one should feel under any pressure to do more than this. However, many co-ordinators want, and are able, to do more so some additional possibilities are listed below the basic roles to illustrate what else could be done if desired.
the area coordinator
The Area Coordinator is the next level in the NHW network and acts as the focal point for around 8 to 10 Schemes (on average). Their existence really makes a difference in the ability of the Police and the NHW Association to communicate efficiently with all NHW members.
Without them, County-wide NHW communications would have to go direct to all 3000+ Scheme Co-ordinators (SCs). The basic tasks asked of ACs are as follows:-
Area Coordinator Additional Possibilities (discretionary)
Without them, County-wide NHW communications would have to go direct to all 3000+ Scheme Co-ordinators (SCs). The basic tasks asked of ACs are as follows:-
- Keep an up-to-date list of their SC's contact details and inform their CPT of any changes
- Pass on information e.g. NHW Newsletters and warnings about crime to their SCs
- Pass on any ideas, comments or concerns from their SCs to the CPT and/or CAC as appropriate.
- Ensure registration as a member of the WNHW Association to facilitate communication and obtain Public Liability Insurance cover for Scheme members when on NHW business
Area Coordinator Additional Possibilities (discretionary)
- Arrange regular meetings of their Scheme Coordinators
- Help to find new or replacement Scheme Coordinators
- Keep abreast of local crime, filter information and pass it to the CPT
- Provide support to help their Scheme Coordinators develop & implement their ideas Attend meetings as appropriate
- Liaise with neighbouring Area Coordinators
- Develop an effective means of communication for gathering and disseminating information
- Ideally using a cascade system based on telephone or personal contact (NB. E- mail can be used without the need for a cascade approach).
- Represent Schemes at e.g. local Police forums/briefings and in the Association
If you are interested in this role, or would like further information, please contact:
Amanda Clarke, NHW Liaison Officer: [email protected]
or
Contact the Association: Email us
Amanda Clarke, NHW Liaison Officer: [email protected]
or
Contact the Association: Email us