Cornell Club of Cape Cod

Vice President, Cornell Club of Cape Cod

Posted by Cornell Club of Cape Cod on 08/23/2013

General Information

Nomination start - 01/01/2023
Nomination end - 04/15/2023
Process for Filling Position: Open (Volunteers self-identify)
Number of Seats: 5
Location: Cape Cod, Massachusetts 02445, United States
Eligible Constituent(s): Alumni

Summary of Position

The vice president plays an important role in the smooth operation of the club. They are expected to serve as a chair or co-chair of one of the following committees: Membership, Programming, and Communications. In addition, a vice-president may serve as acting president if the situation requires. The membership chair manages and works on efforts to encourage membership in the Cape Cod area. The programing chair is responsible for creating interesting opportunities for events and activities that align with Cornell's priorities. The communications chair is asked to explore all options for maintaining a robust online club presence and use social media to effectively communicate club and alumni activity with the local Cornell community.

Cornell Interests:

Affinities

Regional Clubs

Talent Expectations: Skills

Communicate

Write and/or Edit

Speak to Groups

It is important that the club vice presidents are able to speak with a variety of alumni, parents, and friends, especially in one-on-one conversations. Although public speaking is not necessarily a part of the position, the vice presidents should have a comfort level in speaking to their constituents. The ability to share a clear message is important in both speaking and communicating via email.

Lead/Manage/Serve

Organize, Plan and/or Host Events

Lead a Group

Serve on a Committee or Board

The club vice presidents should be able to run effective board meetings, motivate and support their boards and alumni. It is important that they communicate with the Alumni Affairs Regional Staff Contacts to keep up-to-date with the latest news about club policies and procedures, read about the latest news from Cornell University, and speak with their alumni and board about interests and ideas to strengthen their local alumni ties and fully engage the local community.

Build/Maintain Relationships

Engage Individuals

Mentor

Represent Cornell

The club vice presidents should actively participate in succession planning and board opportunity discussions within their community. Meeting alumni and speaking with them about opportunities to engage the local Cornell community is vital to the growth of the club. Ensuring a visible presence at events and fostering a welcoming and helpful atmosphere are all important aspects of a club president's tenure.

Responsible Contact

Contact Name:

Erika Axe

Volunteer Position Title:

Assistant Director of Engagement, Northeast Corridor

Email:

ena7@cornell.edu

Phone:

212-351-7679

Time Commitment

Average Time Commitment: 3-5 hrs/month
Duration: Not Applicable
Term of Office: 2 years
Number of terms in Office: Not Applicable

Requirements

Hiatus Required? No hiatus required
Dues Required? No

Meetings

Meeting Attendance Required? Yes

Meeting Location(s):

On Campus: No
Off Campus: Yes
Off Campus Location: Meetings held in the region.
Conference Call: Yes
Meetings per year: Monthly

Additional Attendance Requirements: Club vice presidents are invited to attend CALC and are encouraged to attend any other additional training opportunities available to them.

Yearly Philanthropic Expectation:

Make a gift to Cornell at a level of individual comfort

Alumni Trustee Election

Vote in the annual trustee election