VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT AND REQUEST FOR NOMINATIONS TO THE NTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE This is a second posting -- the deadline has been extended until March 1, 2002. The International Committee (IC) has two vacancies to be filled. These appointments will be made by the Sustainable Planet Strategy Team (SPST). Please review the material below regarding the mission, duties and operations of the IC. If, after having read this material, you would like to nominate yourself for membership on the IC, please send the completed application below to David Scott, SPST Liaison to the IC, via e-mail <[log in to unmask]> or mail to him/her at 2993 Neil Ave., Apt 61-B, Columbus OH 43202. If you want to nominate someone else, please (a) forward this message to that person with your suggestion that they apply and (b) send David Scott that person's name, email address, and a brief description of qualifications. If you have questions about the work of the International Committee you may contact Richard Cellarius, IC Chair, by email ([log in to unmask]) or by phone ((928) 778-6724, between 9am-7pm, Mountain Standard Time, please). For questions about the nominating process, contact David Scott by email at [log in to unmask] or by phone at (614) 262-4250 The deadline for receipt of completed nomination forms is March 1, 2002. OVERVIEW OF THE WORK OF THE IC: The mission of the IC is to further the purposes of the Sierra Club within and beyond the borders of North America by * empowering people worldwide to influence public policy and its implementation more effectively, * influencing policies of the United States government and public and private multilateral institutions as they affect the global environment, and * encouraging public international debate and exchange of information, particularly on the major environmental issues of concern to the Club overall. Current projects of the IC and its members include monitoring international environmental treaties/negotiations and conferences, such as the International Whaling Commission (IWC) and the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Treaty, assisting environmentally responsible projects in Africa, and responding to calls for help from foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The IC works closely with the International Program staff in Washington, DC, and with the Program Committees focusing on human rights and the environment, and on responsible trade. The IC maintains liaisons with the Wild Planet Strategy Team, especially in the area of endangered species, marine issues and forestry; the Environmental Quality Strategy Team, especially in the area of toxic pollutants; and the newly established binational (US & Canada) International Organizations Committee, which oversees the Club's involvement in international organizations such as the IUCN. MEMBERSHIP ON THE IC: Current members of the IC are Richard Cellarius (Chair, AZ), Juli Abouchar (Ontario, Canada), Carolyn Carr (AL), Judy Olmer (MD), Michele Perrault (Sierra Club Intl. Vice-President, CA), Steve Stevick (VA), Ed Wayburn (CA), and Larry Williams (DC). Nick Robinson (NY), long-time member and former chair, has been appointed an Emeritus member. There are currently two vacancies. Members of the IC are appointed by the SPST. Currently there are no term limits, although the membership is reviewed annually. QUALIFICATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS IC members should have knowledge and familiarity with one or more international issues or projects within the mission of the committee as described above, and a broad interest in international environmental issues. Experience in promoting international interests at the group and/or chapter level is a desirable asset. Individuals working on projects or issues relating to a single country or region often are designated as liaisons to the IC. Members of the IC are expected to take on the following responsibilities: * Attend annual or semi-annual meetings of the IC, usually held in Washington, DC. Travel costs are reimbursed. * Participate in a conference call of about 1 hour every 1-2 months between committee meetings. * Maintain an active role in one or more issues or projects of the committee and report thereon at the regular committee meetings and conference calls as requested. * Maintain regular contact with the chair and the committee via e-mail or other appropriate means. CURRENT NEEDS: The IC welcomes diversity of all kinds. The Committee could benefit from members with a strong experience and/or interest in: -- developing contacts with and in support of foreign environmental NGOs, -- encouraging and mentoring International Committees in chapters and groups, -- international politics and treaty negotiations. ************************************************************* IC NOMINATION FORM PLEASE DELETE ALL TEXT ABOVE THE *******. Send completed form to David Scott by e-mail to [log in to unmask] or mail to 2993 Neil Ave., Apt 61-B, Columbus OH 43202. Fax (501) 423-7295 THE SUBJECT OF YOUR MESSAGE SHOULD BE " IC NOM.: <your last name here>" Completed responses are due by March 1, 2002. 1) Name, address, phone(s), e-mail address, and best times & means to reach you: 2) Sierra Club experience, including length of membership, volunteer positions held, campaigns worked on: 3) Other relevant experience and qualifications you would bring to the IC; please be specific regarding any international projects or experience: 4) Why do you want to serve on the IC? 5) Describe your general availability for committee meetings, conference calls, and regular e-mail contact. 6) Names, phone, and e-mail addresses of two references, including best times to reach them. Erin Jordahl Director, Iowa Chapter Sierra Club 3839 Merle Hay Road, Suite 280 Des Moines, IA 50310 515-277-8868 [log in to unmask] [log in to unmask]