What does the branch do?
Branches hold regular meetings in their locale, on a diverse set of subjects within the field of IT. They enable BCS members to maintain contact with other professionals in their area, keep abreast of current developments and have a real input to BCS.
Commitee member - Helps run Branch generally, deputises for other officers as required, provides suggestions for the season’s programme.
What does being on the committee mean?
Receive regular information on forthcoming local events
attend interesting, cutting edge talks and visit sites not open to the public
take advantage of the excellent networking opportunities and make useful contacts
keep abreast of the latest developments within IT
meet other IT professionals from a variety of disciplines
engage with the local committee and have your say
improve your professional development
have the chance to volunteer for a role on the committee
expand your CV
What are the roles?
Her are an example of some of the roles available within the committee:
Publicity officer - creates the posters and any press releases, enters dates into diary to be publicised in Computer publications such as Computer and IT Now etc.
Web officer - develops and maintains the branch website
Chairman - The Branch Chair is responsible for the supervision of all matters concerning the effective administration of the Branch.
Secretary - Gives notice of meetings to all Branch members. Prepares the agenda and records of minutes of meetings. Encourages individuals who have enquired about membership to join and issues information on forthcoming Branch events and maintains a database of contacts in key organisations
Treasurer - Responsibile for the Branch funds, submission of income and expenditure statements.
Communications officer - makes sure the posters get delivered to places such as universities and libraries
Education liaison officer - Liases with Universities and colleges to promote events and activities with the branch
Young Professional Representative - Represents the views of the young professionals within the Branch and liaises with local University Liaison Officers. Arranges and publicises YPG events, provides details of special offers and YPG Projects.
Industry Liaison Officer - Liaises with local companies about events and encourages suggestions and particiaption in events.
This list is not exhaustive, come along to the AGM to see what other roles are available.
Current Members
2007 AGM
Who can be on the commitee?
Anyone BCS member
How do I join?
either submit your nomination, preferably by Tuesday 1st May 2007 or come along to the AGM on 23rd May 2007.
For further details contact
Kay Rogage
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