Deadline extended! ALIA Sydney Committee- Call for Expressions of Interests

Happy new year! My name is Crystal Choi, and I am the incoming Convenor of the ALIA Sydney Committee. 

I hope you all had a lovely and refreshing holiday break. I'm looking forward to a busy, challenging and fruitful 2012, particularly regarding the provision of exciting professional development opportunities for you, as well as my own ongoing professional development. As it's a new year, why don't you consider furthering your own professional development by submitting an Expression of Interest to join the dynamic and fun ALIA Sydney committee? 

The deadline for submissions of Expressions of Interest has been extended to COB Wednesday 11th January, 2012. 

Please see below for details on how to submit. 

- Crystal



ALIA Sydney presents a selection of formal and information events to encourage discussion and critical engagement and create networking opportunities across the library and information section in Sydney and beyond. The ALIA Sydney committee is a group of vibrant and committed volunteers who make it all possible.

ALIA Sydney is currently looking for new committee members to join our team. Through these roles you will have the chance to develop skills in event and project management, and make vital professional connections through your contribution to our community of practice plus you can have a lot of fun along the way. 

Each of the below positions is voluntary in nature, and each role is for a 12-24 month period. These roles are to commence in the year 2012, which is a very exciting time with the development of the new expanded program for ALIA Sydney.

Expressions of Interest (EOIs) should be received by COB Wednesday 11th of January 2012. EOIs should briefly introduce yourself and cover the criteria outlined for the position of interest. All EOIs and any questions should be directed to the ALIA Sydney Convenor Crystal Choi at aliasydneygroup@gmail.com

Coordinators x 2

These roles share responsibility for coordinating the professional development events of ALIA Sydney in conjunction with our existing coordinators.

Each Coordinator is expected to:

• Plan and Organise 2 events each year in conjunction with the rest of the committee.
• Liaise with the ALIA Sydney Convener for event ideas and ongoing support.
• Liaise with the ALIA Sydney Treasurer for event budget submissions.
• Submit updates for the ALIA Sydney blog at least monthly, including upcoming events (http://aliasydney.blogspot.com/)
• Post on/Update ALIA Sydney social networking pages regularly, featuring both ALIA Sydney event promotion and current awareness of library and information sector news and issues.
• Ensure a consistent and professional format for all ALIA Sydney communications in line with our communication strategy and templates.

Average Time Demand per month:  8 hours (prep plus actual events)

The interested person should:

• Be, or be willing to become, a current member of ALIA.
• Have an active interest in professional development with the Library & Information Sector.
• Maintain an active awareness of new issues and development within the L & I Sector.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills so they can be good at kick starting conversations and making introductions to put attendees at ease.
• Have a head full of ideas for ALIA Sydney events, promotions and online content (eg blog posts)
• A strong interest or expertise in technology, career development, emerging or other topics related to the L & I sector

Event Officer x 1

This developmental role helps make events happen. On a rotating basis, the Event Officers will be teamed up with the Coordinators to help with event organisation and management.

Each Officer is expected to:

• Assist with the organisation of at least 2-3 events each year in conjunction with the coordinator and convener.
• Post on/Update ALIA Sydney social networking pages regularly, featuring both ALIA Sydney event promotion and current awareness of library and information sector news and issues.
• Submit updates for the ALIA Sydney blog at least monthly, including reports on ALIA Sydney events (http://aliasydney.blogspot.com/)
• Ensure a consistent and professional format for all ALIA Sydney communications in line with our communication strategy and templates.

Average Time Demand per month:  4 hours (2 hours prep plus actual events)

The interested person should:

• Be, or be willing to become, a current member of ALIA.
• Have an active interest in professional development with the Library & Information Sector.
• Maintain an active awareness of new issues and development within the L & I Sector.
• Have strong communication and collaboration skills.