Duties of Officers
Section 1. PRESIDENT. The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Serve as chief executive officer for this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”.
(b) Preside at all meetings of the board of directors of this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”.
(c) Chair the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” Global Action Team and ensure the following:
(1) Ensure the election of qualified Lion leaders for the position of VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” service chairperson, VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM  membership chairperson and VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” vice president, who will serve as the leadership chairperson.
(2) Ensure regular meetings to discuss and advance initiatives established by the Global Action Team.
(3) Collaborate with the district Global Action Team and other VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” presidents to further initiatives focused on expanding humanitarian service, leadership development and membership growth.
(d) In collaboration with the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” officers and committee chairpersons, implement a plan for membership growth, community engagement, operational improvement and the fulfillment of humanitarian services as presented and approved by the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”’s board of directors.
(e) Issue the call for regular meetings and special meetings of the board of directors of this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”.
(f) Appoint standing and special committees and cooperate with chairpersons to effect regular functioning and reporting of such committees.
(g) See that regular elections are duly called, noticed and held.
 (h) Ensure the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” is operating in accordance with local laws.
(i) Ensure proper administration of VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” operations by ensuring that all VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM  officers and members adhere to the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”’s Constitution and By-Laws and the International Constitution and By-Laws.
(j) Encourage diplomacy and solve disputes in a fair and transparent fashion utilizing the Dispute Resolution Procedure if needed.
(k) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone in which this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” is located.
(l) Serve as a mentor to vice presidents to ensure the continuance of effective leadership.
Section 2. IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT. He/she and the other past presidents shall serve as mentors to the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” president and vice presidents and serve as the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” LCIF coordinator unless he/she is unable at which time this position may be filled by another VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” member.
Section 3. FIRST VICE PRESIDENT. The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Conduct an annual VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” quality assessment and collaborate with the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” officers, specifically members of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”’s Global Action Team and other committee chairpersons during his/her term as first vice president to develop a plan for membership growth, community engagement, and the fulfillment of humanitarian services to be presented and approved by the board of directors during his/her term as president.
(b) Serve as a key member of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”’s Global Action Team as the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM Leadership Chairperson and along with other members of the leadership committee:
(1) Ensure new members are provided an effective member orientation.
(2) Identify potential leaders and encourage their development as future leaders.
(3) Encourage members to participate in leadership training offered by the district, multiple district and VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” s International.
(c) Communicate the need for training, the names of potential new leaders and leadership development activities that VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” members attend to the district-level Global Leadership Coordinator.
(d) Take a key role in membership retention and ensure organizational excellence by measuring member satisfaction and utilizing feedback to improve VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” operations.
(e) Understand the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”’s role in district activities and events.
(f) Network with the officers of other VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” to gain ideas that may be applied to the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”.
 (g) Gain in-depth knowledge of district, multiple district initiatives that support leadership development, membership growth and the expansion of humanitarian service.
(h) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone in which this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” is located.
(i) If the president is unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason, the vice president next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her duties with the same authority as the president.
(j) Oversee the functioning of such committees of this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” as the president shall designate.
Section 4. VICE PRESIDENT(S). If the president is unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason, the vice president next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her duties with the same authority as the president. Each vice president shall, under the direction of the president, oversee the functioning of such committees of this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” as the president shall designate.
Section 5. SECRETARY. He/she shall be under the supervision and direction of the president and the board of directors and shall act as the liaison officer between the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”  and the district (single, sub- and multiple) in which this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”  is located, and the association. The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Submit regular monthly and other reports to the international office of the association containing such information as may be called for by the board of directors of this association.
(b) Submit to the district governor’s cabinet such reports as it may require.
(c) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone in which the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” is located.
(d) Have custody and keep and maintain general records of this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center”, including records of minutes of VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” and board meetings; attendance; committee appointments; elections; member information, addresses and telephone numbers of members; members VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” accounts.
(e) Give bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in such sum and with such surety as determined by the board of directors.
(f) Deliver, in a timely manner, at the conclusion of his/her term in office, the general records of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” to his/her successor in office.
Section 6. TREASURER. The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Receive all monies, from the secretary and otherwise, and deposit the same in a bank or banks recommended by the finance committee and approved by the board of directors.
(b) Arrange for issuance, in cooperation with the secretary, quarterly or semi-annual statements to each member for dues and other financial obligations owed to this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” and report payments to the Board of Directors.
(c) Pay out monies in payment of VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “Center” obligations only on authority given by the board of directors.
(d) Have custody and keep and maintain general records of VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” receipts and disbursements.
(e) Prepare and submit monthly and semi-annual financial reports to the board of directors of this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM CENTRE.
(f) Give bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in such sum and with such surety as determined by the board of directors.
(g) Deliver, in a timely manner, at the conclusion of his/her term in office, the financial accounts, funds and records of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” to his/her successor in office.
(h) Serves as chairperson for the finance committee.
Section 7. MEMBERSHIP CHAIRPERSON. The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Serve as a key member of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s Global Action Team as the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” Membership Chairperson.
(b) Collaborate with the District Global Membership Coordinator, district leaders, members of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s membership committee and others to develop annual membership goals and action plans to recruit new members and to increase membership satisfaction among current VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” members. Present the plan to the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s board of directors for approval and support.
(c) Develop and lead a membership committee to help implement action plans to achieve the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s membership goals and to positively increase the member experience.
(d) Collaborate with the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” service chairperson as well as other VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” committees to promote membership opportunities.
 (e) Understand the different membership types and programs offered and promote membership programs to VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” members.
(f) Ensure each new member is provided an effective membership orientation and is provided opportunities to be engaged in VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” activities that are meaningful to the new member.
(g) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” is located when appropriate.
(h) Participate in Global Membership Team meetings held by the district.
Section 8. SERVICE CHAIRPERSON. The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Serve as a key member of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s Global Action Team as the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” Service Chairperson.
(b) Collaborate with the District Global Service Coordinator, VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” LCIF coordinator, district leaders, members of the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” ’s service committee and others to develop and communicate annual service goals and action plans that address current community needs and align with the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” s International service framework and/or district service goals when relevant.
(c) Lead the service committee to implement the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s service action plans in order to achieve the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s service goals.
(d) Incorporate opportunities for local youth and Leos to engage in all aspects of service activities, including goal setting, implementation, project evaluation and reporting.
(e) Report service activities to VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” s International.
(f) Serve as a VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” resource on current community needs by monitoring the service activities of other service VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” s, developing community partnerships to expand service, and utilizing tools and resources offered by VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” s International and VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” s International Foundation.
(g) Increase member satisfaction by encouraging participation and engagement in service projects.
(h) Collaborate with the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” membership chairperson and other VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” committees to promote membership opportunities to non-Lions members of VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” during service projects.
(i) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” is located when appropriate.
Section 9. MARKETING COMMUNICATION CHAIRPERSON. The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Develop and implement annual communications plans for internal and external audiences, including VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” members, news media, supporters/sponsors and potential new members.
(b) Publicize VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” activities, including service projects, fundraisers, donations, VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s International sponsored contests and other newsworthy accomplishments both internally and externally via the news media, social media, and other effective means.
(c) Expand humanitarian initiatives, community involvement and membership initiatives through social media.
(d) Provide communication tools to VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” members and to encourage all VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” members to participate in promoting the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM’s activities via social media, referral and other effective means of communication.
(e) Assist the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” president in communicating information from the district, multiple district and international headquarters with the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” members.
(f) Work closely with the VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” membership chairperson to target and reach out to new potential VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” members.
(g) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which this VISHWA SINDHI SEVA SANGAM “CENTER” is located when appropriate.
Participate in meetings held by the district marketing communications chairperson.