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=Coastguard Awards of Excellence=

About the Coastguard Awards of Excellence
The Coastguard Awards of Excellence are an annual celebration of outstanding achievement by Coastguard volunteers across the many roles they undertake in serving both their community and the organisation at whole.

The awards are aspirational, providing an opportunity for acknowledgement at both a Regional and National level as well as amongst their peers. They show successful candidates as role models who exemplify the Coastguard values of respect, altruism, integrity, dedication, professionalism and co-operation.

Successful candidates are included in internal and external communications and their achievements represent the huge efforts, commitment and exemplary work of Coastguard throughout New Zealand.

Structure

 * 1) 1. Regional Awards

Coastguard regions seek nominations for the awards from their member units and volunteers and hold regional awards consistent with the national award categories and criteria. The awards celebrate the achievements of all nominees and the regional award ceremonies are usually held in conjunction with the regional annual general meetings.

Nominations for regional awards can be made by:

I. Unit boards or committees

II. Any current individual Coastguard volunteer or staff member

Ideally the unit board or committee should endorse a nominee from their unit but this is not essential.

Regions can provide assistance to units and volunteers to complete the relevant nomination forms.

Regional Managers will set a deadline for these nominations.


 * 1) 2. National Awards

Regional award winners in each category automatically go forward as regional nominees for the national awards which are presented at an awards presentation to coincide with the Coastguard New Zealand AGM.

Nominations for national awards are made by:

I. Regional Manager or Regional Board

Coastguard New Zealand will set a deadline for these nominations, approximately a month prior to the Coastguard Conference.

**Forms** Nomination forms will be made available electronically by clicking the link above and circulated by a variety of communications channels and modes to ensure the widest possible circulation to Coastguard volunteers.

**Timeframe** The awards will be presented for activity that takes place within the Coastguard financial year 1 July to 30 June.

**Judging** Judging panels will have a minimum of three people at both Regional and National level appointed by respective boards with members of the panel drawn from the following backgrounds;

i. Coastguard operational volunteers

ii. Coastguard SAR partners

iii. Other related third parties i.e. sponsors, suppliers etc.

Coastguard staff will support the judging panel, and may invite the panel to present awards at the relevant ceremony.

The judges will evaluate each nomination using the judging form to score the nominee using the evidence provided in the nomination form against each of the award criteria. The winner will be the nominee with the most points allocated by all judges.

Judges are asked to make comment on the relative merits of the winner in each category.

The name of the judges and their roles/titles will be published along with the results of the regional and national awards.

**Award Categories and Criteria**

__ **Coastguard Volunteer of the Year ** __

The Coastguard Volunteer of the Year is the supreme Coastguard award and commends an individual who has demonstrated the utmost in excellence in their commitment to the work they do in Coastguard.

The Volunteer of the Year is evaluated through the judging of the individual volunteer categories that cover each area of expertise at both regional and national level.

Considerations for selection:

 * Nominees have made an outstanding contribution in their sphere of involvement with Coastguard to our organisation and their community.
 * Their actions consistently show a level of commitment to Coastguard, its mission and values
 * Respected by their peers and show leadership

__ **Coastguard Rescue of the Year ** __

The Coastguard Rescue of the Year award commends a rescue crew who have undertaken a search and rescue (SAR) or Coastguard operation that exemplifies the purpose of Coastguard. A rescue crew includes the vessel and/or aircraft crew as well as the incident management and communications team members involved in the operation.

//Considerations for Selection //

 * Nominees are current volunteers with Coastguard.
 * Rescue crew is made up of volunteers who have completed at minimum a Coastguard Operational Certificate or equivalent for Incident Management Team or Communications
 * The rescue showed the use of risk evaluation and management.
 * Search area determination and search technique execution.
 * Collaboration between IMT and vessel/aircraft crews and/or SAR partners.
 * Evidence of debrief and identification of learning for future improvement of performance.
 * Evidence of crew resource management by the Master or others.
 * Evidence of communication between the vessel/aircraft and IMT.
 * Evidence of care for victims, bodies, and/or people rescued.
 * Evidence of forward planning for next search area, relief crew or other considerations for next operational period(s).

__ **Coastguard Rescue Vessel Volunteer of the Year ** __ The Coastguard Rescue Vessel Volunteer of the Year award commends a volunteer crew member of a rescue vessel who exemplifies the commitment, skills and dedication required to contribute to the successful operation of a rescue vessel.

//Considerations for Selection //

 * The Volunteer is a current crew member as evidenced by operational and training hours for the past twelve months.
 * Holds a current Coastguard Operational Certificate or higher.
 * List details of participation in training activities in the past twelve months towards the achievement of ISC or other qualification or skills maintenance activities e.g. MOSS safety drills.
 * List details of other roles at a unit, regional or national level in relation to: care of vessel, equipment, infrastructure; or contribution to the skills development of other volunteers through training, mentoring, coaching; or participation in fundraising, public relations or public education activities.
 * An example of an incident, project or activity where the volunteer’s contribution played a key result in the outcome.
 * How the volunteer exemplifies team work and builds positive relationships with their peers.
 * Any other contributions that support the nomination.

__ **Coastguard Air Patrol Volunteer of the Year ** __ The Coastguard Air Patrol Volunteer of the Year award commends a volunteer crew member of an air patrol unit who exemplifies the commitment, skills and dedication required to contribute to the successful operation of the unit.

//Considerations for Selection //

 * The Volunteer is a current crew member as evidenced by operational and training hours for the past twelve months.
 * Holds a current certificate for Coastguard Air Patrol: Pilot in Command; In Flight Coordinator; In Flight Observer.
 * List details of participation in training activities in the past twelve months towards the achievement of the CAP Crew Training Syllabus, other qualification, skills maintenance or safety drills.
 * Describe any other roles at a unit, regional or national level in relation to: care of equipment, infrastructure; or contribution to the skills development of other volunteers through training, mentoring, coaching; or participation in fundraising, public relations or public education activities.
 * How the volunteer exemplifies the Coastguard values of respect, integrity, professionalism, altruism, dedication, co-operation in their contribution to Coastguard.
 * How the volunteer contributes to the safety and wellbeing of fellow volunteers.
 * An example of an incident, project or activity where the volunteer’s contribution played a key result in the outcome.
 * How the volunteer exemplifies team work and builds positive relationships with their peers.
 * Any other contributions that support the nomination.

__Coastguard Communications and Incident Management Volunteer of the Year __
The Coastguard Communications and Incident Management Volunteer of the Year award acknowledges excellence in the performance and commitment of Radio Operators and volunteers working in incident management or roles that support Search and Rescue and Coastguard operations.

//Considerations for Selection //
 * Nominees are current volunteers of Coastguard as evidenced by training and volunteer hours.
 * What current Coastguard communications or incident management qualification does the volunteer hold?
 * Details of participation in training activities in the past twelve months.
 * Describe any other roles at unit, regional or national level in relation to: care of equipment, infrastructure; or contribution to the skills development of other volunteers through training, mentoring, coaching; or participation in fundraising, public relations or public education activities.
 * How the volunteer exemplifies the Coastguard values of respect, integrity, professionalism, altruism, dedication, co-operation in their contribution to Coastguard.
 * How the volunteer contributes to the safety and well-being of fellow volunteers.
 * An example of an incident, project or activity where the volunteer’s contribution played a key result in the outcome.
 * How the volunteer exemplifies team work and builds positive relationships with their peers.
 * Any other contributions that support the nomination.

__ **Coastguard Unit Support Volunteer of the Year ** __ The Coastguard Unit Support Volunteer of the Year award acknowledges excellence in supporting roles within units and regions such as board or committee roles, shore crew, training officers, secretaries and other non-operational volunteers.

//Considerations for Selection //
> __ **Coastguard Unit of the Year ** __ The Coastguard Unit of the Year award commends a Coastguard unit that has achieved excellence in all aspects of its management and operational activities.
 * The nominee is a current volunteer of Coastguard as evidenced by training and volunteer hours.
 * Describe any other roles at unit, regional or national level in relation to: care of equipment, infrastructure; or contribution to the skills development of other volunteers through training, mentoring, coaching; or participation in fundraising, public relations or public education activities.
 * How the volunteer exemplifies the Coastguard values of respect, integrity, professionalism, altruism, dedication, co-operation in their contribution to Coastguard.
 * How the volunteer contributes to the safety and well-being of fellow volunteers.
 * Provide an example of an incident, project or activity where the volunteer’s contribution played a key result in the outcome.
 * How the volunteer exemplifies team work and builds positive relationships with their peers.
 * Any other contributions that support the nomination.

// Considerations for Selection //
 * Describe the management structure and it’s achievements for the year
 * Forward planning for the future development of the unit in line with overarching Coastguard strategy and the achievement of Coastguard’s mission to save lives at sea.
 * Show your forward planning for the future development of the unit in line with the overarching strategy of Coastguard and the achievement of Coastguard's mission to save lives at sea
 * Describe what policies and procedures you have in place, how they are implemented and maintained
 * Describe how you manage the finances of the unit, and how the board oversees this
 * Describe how you care for the well-being of your volunteers and their families
 * Describe how you manage the health and safety of volunteers, risk identification, mitigation and management
 * Describe how your effectively deliver training to your volunteers
 * Describe any promotion of Coastguard and community engagement you have
 * Describe how you ensure effective and efficient response for SAR and Coastguard operations
 * Give examples of public relations and media exposure
 * Describe any promotion of boating safety and education
 * Describe your links to our SAR partners and other relevant organisations
 * Confirm what your do to meet your legal obligations or other requirements such as Charities Register, publication of annual report etc
 * What activities do you do to foster relations with other Coastguard units
 * How do your unit and/or its volunteers make a contribution to the region
 * What do you do for succession planning within your unit
 * List any other contributions or considerations that support this nomination

__ **<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Coastguard Community Relations Activity of the Year ** __ The Coastguard Community Relations Activity of the Year award commends excellence in the areas of public relations, fundraising or community engagement activity by an individual or group.

//<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">Considerations for Selection //

 * Describe how the activity showcases Coastguard’s values and mission.
 * Describe how the activity is new to the unit, community and/or Coastguard.
 * Describe how the activity has benefited the community and Coastguard.
 * What were the objective(s) of the activity? Measured the achievement of the objective(s)
 * How have you ensured the sustainability of the activity and/or work done to ensure its continued success and/or contribution to the unit
 * What have you learnt from the activity and how have you made changes to include the lessons learnt?
 * Provide evidence of documentation of the activity for sharing with other Coastguard units.
 * Who did your activity target? Show that you reached what percentage of the target group?
 * **<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Did your activity rely on other parties? If so, then who and what did they contribute? **