The World Board Nominations Pack outlined the essential and desirable skills we
are looking for in our incoming World Board members. Candidates were asked to
indicate their proficiency in each skill and explain their reasoning. The aim is to
demonstrate why they believe they possess each skill and to highlight their
strengths. Candidates were encouraged to use examples and list experiences from
inside and outside of Girl Guiding/Girl Scouting (locally, nationally, and within
WAGGGS) as well as professional experiences, including events and courses
attended, if relevant.
World Board members are not expected to have a high level of skill or experience in
every area listed. The strength of the Board lies in its diversity — bringing together
members with complementary skills, perspectives, and experiences. It is therefore
entirely acceptable for individual members to have varying levels of proficiency
across different areas, as the Board functions most effectively when its members
contribute a balanced mix of knowledge, expertise, and strengths.
Skill level criteria for rating:
Learner: Very little knowledge or understanding and requires support to
contribute to discussion in this area
Follower: Some basic knowledge or understanding, so able to contribute
occasionally, to discussions on this area.
Contributor: Good knowledge and understanding of this area, so able to
contribute fully on debates in this area.
Expert: Extensive knowledge and/or expertise, so able to lead debates and
discussions on this area confidently and competently.
Professionally qualified: Up to date professionally or academic qualification in
this area.