SayPro 📝 Tasks to be Done for the Period (March)Define committee roles and responsibilities for SayPro departments

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SayPro 📝 Tasks to be Done for the Period (March): Define Committee Roles and Responsibilities for SayPro Departments

1. Identify Committees Across Departments

• SayPro initiates a mapping process to identify existing and planned committees in each department (e.g., Compliance Committee, Risk Review Panel, Learning Advisory Group).
• SayPro confirms committee categories based on SayPro’s governance structure and operational needs.

2. Review Existing Frameworks

• SayPro reviews any existing Terms of Reference (ToRs), charters, or governance policies currently in use.
• SayPro aligns new role definitions with organizational policies, legal standards, and SayPro’s operational royalty guidelines.

3. Engage Departmental Leads

• SayPro schedules consultation meetings with department heads or unit managers to understand:
  • Committee functions
  • Strategic relevance
  • Interdepartmental coordination needs
• SayPro collects feedback on what support roles are needed (e.g., technical advisors, liaisons, compliance monitors).

4. Define Core Roles for Each Committee

• SayPro establishes standard core roles to be adapted per department, such as:
  • Chairperson – Leads committee meetings, oversees agenda, ensures decisions align with policy.
  • Secretary – Documents meeting minutes, maintains records, supports communication.
  • Technical Specialist – Provides subject-matter input relevant to the committee’s focus.
  • Compliance Officer – Ensures committee actions meet internal and external regulations.
  • Departmental Liaison – Facilitates coordination between the committee and their department or external partners.
• SayPro includes alternate and supporting roles as necessary, ensuring inclusive representation.

5. Draft Role Descriptions and Responsibilities

• SayPro writes clear, detailed descriptions for each role, including:
  • Purpose of the role
  • Expected tasks and outputs
  • Time commitment
  • Reporting lines
  • Qualifications or selection criteria
• SayPro develops role templates that departments can adapt according to their context.

6. Validate and Finalize with Stakeholders

• SayPro sends draft roles and responsibilities to department heads and governance leads for validation.
• SayPro incorporates feedback and ensures all roles reflect both SayPro values and practical needs.

7. Disseminate and Integrate into Governance Systems

• SayPro shares finalized role descriptions through internal communication channels.
• SayPro integrates role definitions into:
  • Departmental committee charters
  • Onboarding manuals
  • The SayPro governance section of the website
• SayPro updates relevant digital systems to reflect the defined roles (e.g., role tags on project dashboards).

✅ Expected Outcomes by End of March

• SayPro departments have a standardized set of committee roles and responsibilities.
• SayPro committees operate with clearly defined expectations and aligned structures.
• SayPro improves efficiency, communication, and accountability within governance processes.

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