u3a

Ems Valley

Chairman Role Description

  • Represent Ems Valley u3a wherever required
  • Consider the continuing development/future planning of Ems Valley so that it remains fit for purpose
  • Chair monthly committee meetings – lead, present ideas, support other ideas, encourage full and frank discussion within committee
  • Assist in finding new members for committee and committee posts
  • Encourage the development of new groups (from within existing groups or new)
  • Initiate evening gatherings annually to thank group leaders
  • Welcome new members individually by email
  • Initiate welcome coffee mornings for new members
  • Ensure Christmas lunch is organised
  • Chair the monthly Ems Valley meeting for members; introduce speaker, speak with as many members as possible; initiate a programme of ‘after tea’ talks
  • Circulate notice of monthly meeting a few days before each one
  • Support vice chairman in learning role
  • AGM – prepare Chairman’s report
  • Chair AGM
  • Remain visible and supportive wherever needed by members