This year, 2015, we will begin our observances with the 50th anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s arrival in the US, and quickly move on to 2016, just one year away. Continental and regional committees have been formed and are active.
But, recently our International Coordinator, Ajay Kumar prabhu from the UK has had to step down from this service, due to personal circumstances. We thank him for his excellent service in mobilizing devotees for planning their 50th anniversary celebrations.
We now need to try to fill this position as soon as possible. A service description follows.
On behalf of our committee, Pancharatna dasa will receive all enquiries, resumes, etc. so if you are interested in this service or know someone who might, please write with personal details to pancharatna@gmail.com
Thank you. We look forward to working with you to make 2016 a fantastic year for ISKCON.
Your servants,
International 50th Anniversary Committee
Service Description
Mission:
To help develop, promote, encourage, and coordinate celebration of ISKCON’s 50th Anniversary around the world.
Authority:
ISKCON International 50th Anniversary Committee
Time and budget:
Estimated 15 to 20 hours per week service
Budget for office expenses and travel is available
Requirements:
Strong Leadership skills
Management Experience
Strong Communication skills, including writing and speaking
Basic Computer skills, including some basic web management experience
Proficient in English (additional languages a plus)
Strategic Planning skills
Good organizational skills
Strong commitment to ISKCON and Srila Prabhupada
Team player
Team builder
Self-motivated
Multi-tasker
Goal oriented
International vision
Enthusiastic
Enjoys working with people
Able to work cooperatively with senior ISKCON leaders, and devotees at all levels
Graduate of ISKCON Communications & Leadership/Management courses (preferred)
Responsibilities:
Working in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary Committee and International Communications Committee: Develop an International Anniversary Strategy (IAS)—including recommended events, themes, and goals—to promote and celebrate ISKCON’s 50th Anniversary
Attend bi-monthly meetings with the International Anniversary Committee and provide progress reports
Develop and maintain relationships/communication, and provide ongoing consultation with key ISKCON leaders and leadership bodies internationally to encourage regional planning and celebration of ISKCON’s 50th Anniversary
Coordinate with Regional/Continental Anniversary Coordinators when/if in place; and participate in Continental strategy conference calls as needed to facilitate the exchange of information and ideas
Promote adherence to 50th Anniversary themes and goals by ISKCON Regions, Temples and Communities
Ensure regular information about the 50th Anniversary is distributed to ISKCON leaders, temples, websites, and members in increasing frequency as the Anniversary draws closer
Work with the Communication Ministry to coordinate and distribute information and media releases about the 50th Anniversary to appropriate venues
Serve as an ISKCON 50th Anniversary spokesperson when required
Respond to inquiries about the 50th Anniversary
Provide Anniversary reports and updates for the GBC Body to review at its two annual meetings
Oversee the development of promotional materials, as required
Assist in maintaining an Anniversary website, by providing information to the webmaster, or directly uploading if possible