PROGRESS AND RENEWAL
What it Takes to be a Good Councillor
TOP COUNCIL NEEDS Council and the APEGA Nominating Committee have identified the top nine needs for the 2017 Council. You don’t have to meet all nine criteria — or any of them — to run. This is simply meant as a guide to help you know what the Nominating Committee is looking for
Your Council commitment is three years and will take up a lot of your time. Before you start, it’s a good idea to be certain the job is for you. Following are two lists to help you decide. CHARACTERISTICS OF A GREAT COUNCILLOR 1. Experience in professional practice 2. Basic understanding of the principles behind professional regulation 3. Familiarity with board management and governance 4. Balanced perspective and problem-solving attitude 5. Particular knowledge of important issues or underrepresented groups 6. Strong champion of professionalism and of APEGA 7. Track record as a contributor 8. Willing to commit time to APEGA
when it comes up with its endorsements. 1. Business and Organizational Experience 2. Governance Experience 3. Risk Management Understanding 4. APEGA/ASET Experience 5. Financial Literacy 6. Regulatory Experience 7. Varied Experience and Background 8. Strategic Planning Experience 9. Work Experience (minimum 10 years)
TIMELINE: Nominations and Election 2017
Nominations Close October 19
Nominations Open July 10
Nominating Committee Meets November 2
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Nominations Accepted
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