Roles of Regional Executive Officers
Chairperson
To
provide effective leadership for all national assemblies of
the Disabled Peoples' International North America and the Caribbean
(DPI NAC) by ensuring the democratic process of decision
making, and implementing the vision established by the DPI NAC
Regional
Council and Executive, as well as at the DPI World Assembly.
To ensure representation at meetings of the regional offices
of the United Nations or other international organizations.
To chair meetings of the DPI NAC Regional Council and the Executive,
as well as providing leadership to the member organizations
of DPI NAC in carrying out their work.
Deputy Chairperson
To
undertake and execute all responsibilities of the Chairperson
in their absence.
Secretary
To
assist in planning meetings and developing agenda items. To
ensure that minutes are kept and distributed. To report on personnel
matters to the Executive and act as a focal point for organizational
grievances.
Treasurer
To
be responsible for financial reports to the Executive and the
DPI NAC Regional Council as well as the DPI Headquarters. Ensure effective
financial procedures are established and implemented. Oversee
the development of fundraising strategies. Notify and collect
annual membership fees from DPI NAC national assemblies.
Information Officer
This
person would be responsible for ensuring effective communication
policies and procedures are established and implemented. Other
responsibilities include, implementing policies concerning alternate
media and interpretation.
Past Chairperson
In order to facilitate continuity the past chairperson will
continue to be a member of the DPI NAC Regional Executive
Council.
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