World Scout Jamboree, North America 2019
Deputy Contingent Leader
Application Pack
Event Dates: 22 July to 2 August 2019
Application Deadline: 17:00 25 May 2016
Interview: 11 June 2016 at Gilwell Park
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Contents
A. Introduction
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B. Jamboree Information
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C. Roles Information
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D. Timetable of Key Dates
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Appendix: Application Form
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A. Introduction
A World Scout Jamboree is a world Scouting event for young people aged between 14 and 18. The 24th
World Scout Jamboree will take place in North America during July and August 2019. The event is being
hosted by the Boy Scouts of America, Scouts Canada and Scouts of Mexico. This is the largest event delivered
by Scouting worldwide and over 30,000 young people and adult volunteers are expected to attend from over
150 countries. The Scout Association UK is planning to send a contingent of approximately 3,000 people to
the Jamboree, exact numbers are yet to be agreed with the Jamboree Organisers.
Following the appointment of Caroline Pearce as Contingent Leader (UKCL), there is now an exciting
opportunity to join the Contingent Management Team and appoint a Deputy Contingent Leader (Operations
and Delivery). The Deputy Contingent Leader will work in partnership with the lead staff member, senior
volunteers and UK HQ staff and others to deliver this life changing experience for young people and adults
from all parts of the country.
This application pack is designed to provide information about the event and the CMT roles. Applications
close at 17:00 25 May 2016 and shortlisted candidates will be informed on 1 June 2016.
Interviews will take place 11 June 2016 at Gilwell Park.
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Emma Townson on 02084337100 or email
[email protected].
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B. Jamboree Information
The Jamboree aims to provide young people from across the world with an adventure that will inspire and
prepare them for the future.
More information is available on the event website: http://2019wsj.org//
The 2019 World Scout Jamboree will take place at the Summit Bechtel Reserve is located in West Virginia,
North America, and is an area of outstanding natural beauty.
The Jamboree program will encompass four core values: adventure, service, sustainability, and leadership.
These are based around the central theme for the event which is “Unlock a New World”.
The Summit Bechtel Reserve prides itself on being one of the most environmentally sustainable human
habitats. The Sustainability Treehouse is a living education centre, not only providing information, but also
immersing Scouts in the concept of sustainability. Sustainable practices will be evident everywhere you look,
and sustainability will be a core part of the 2019 World Scout Jamboree program.
The organisers are promising a new experience for participants, where they can experience “wild and
wonderful” adventures such as white water rafting, rock climbing, and mountain biking. There is also an
adventure valley which offers climbing, mountain biking, and zip lining. The park also has an area called The
Rocks, this is one of the largest man-made climbing facilities in the world. They also have an area called The
Ropes, which hosts balance beams, cargo nets, and other challenges. This Jamboree promises to be action
packed!
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C. Role Information
The Vision for the UK Contingent at WSJ24 is based on the pillars of Vision 2018: Scouting For All and aims
to deliver both a Youth Shaped focus and a structured and measurable legacy to the UK Scout Association:
The UK CMT will deliver a unique international adventure shaped by young people, where contingent
members will develop personally and have a positive longer term impact on our Association.
We are recruiting a Deputy Contingent Leader to reflect this vision, please see role description below. We
are looking for someone who has experience of managing and leading people and projects and has the
skills outlined in the role description. We welcome applications from the widest range of people and
backgrounds.
Summary of role
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Title: Deputy Contingent Leader for the Jamboree UK Contingent responsible for Operations and
Delivery
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Duration: July 2016 – January 2020
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Reporting to: UK Contingent Leader, Jamboree 2019
Practical points
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You will need to commit a significant amount of time to pre-event planning and meetings. These will
amount to approximately 3 weekends in 2016, 8 weekends a year in 2017 and 2018 and 10 weekends in
2019, as well as significant periods at other times throughout the life of the project.
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You will need to commit to attending the Jamboree itself which will mean being out of the UK for
approximately three weeks in late July and the first half of August 2019.
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You may (or may not) be required to visit USA and other countries in advance of the Jamboree, perhaps
more than once.
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Members of the Contingent Management Team will pay a fee to attend the Jamboree, exact amount
yet to be agreed.
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You will be able to travel and stay within the USA without any restrictions on your passport or visa (if
applicable).
Where possible technology will utilised such as Skype, conference lines and emails to ensure the best use
of everyone’s time.
Personal specification:
Any member of The Scout Association aged 18 or over is eligible to apply for these roles. During the
application process you will be asked to demonstrate that you are:
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able to deliver the role and manage a wide and varied team
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Innovative thinking, coming up with fresh ideas to positively progress the project
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Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, volunteers and staff members alike
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Accept direction and guidance in order to progress the project
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Ability to work well in a team and encourage cohesiveness
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Be an excellent communicator both verbally and in writing, including email and other current
communication tools
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Remain positive despite what challenges you may face during the project.
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Always look for a solution to issues or problems
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able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
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self-motivated and able to use your own initiative, whilst recognising the limits of your authority
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excited about the experiences a Jamboree can offer young people and adult participants
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capable of working in demanding conditions in a high-pressure environment
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Fully committed to seeing the project through to completion, which includes the production of a detailed
written event report.
Role Specific Requirements:
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Previous experience in an operational or logistical role either professionally or in Scouting
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Project management experience
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Knowledge of working with large and / or complex budgets
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Previous international experience desirable
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Further Points to note
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The Jamboree is a world event for the 14 – 18 age range. With a large number of International
Service Team members in attendance also.
The UK Scouting Contingent to the most recent Jamboree, in Japan in 2015 was 4,015 people in
total. This was the total amount we were able to send. We aim to send a contingent of the same
size to North America (once our allowance is known).
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D. Timetable of Key Dates
Applicants for the Contingent Management Team roles should note the following dates and be available to
attend the events marked with an asterisk (*)
1. Closing Date for Applications: 17:00 25 May 2016. Late applications will not be accepted.
2. Shortlisted Candidates invited to interview: 1 June 2016
3. Interview: 11 June 2016 at Gilwell Park
4. Jamboree 2019: 25th July to 2nd August 2019. Total event commitment for this role will be
approximately three weeks.
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Appendix: Application Form
This form should be completed by 17:00 25 May 2016. It should be returned to:
[email protected] or posted to: Events Team, The Scout Association, Gilwell Park, Chingford,
London E4 7QW.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Emma Townson for an informal discussion on
02084337100.
Name
Email
Address
Daytime
Evening
Mobile
Telephone
Scout Membership number (if available)
Date of Birth
Group
District
County/Area/ Region
Applying
for the role
of:
Relevant Skills and experience. Please provide details of any relevant professional and voluntary
experience from either inside or outside of Scouting that would make you a good candidate for this
role.
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Please provide details of your experience of working in a team and building relationships?
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Please provide further information that will support your application?
Signature
Date
Please return the form by 17:00 25 May 2016 to [email protected] or post to: Events Team, The Scout
Association, Gilwell Park, Chingford, London, E4 7QW.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview by 1 June 2016.
Interviews will take place on 11 June 2016 at Gilwell Park.
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