During the initial meetings to discuss the establishment of an all-inclusive networking group for the Technical staff of The University of Manchester, it very soon became clear that there would be a requirement, beyond the main Steering Group, for more numerous and embedded local representation. As Team now enters its second year, the activities undertaken and the issues encountered since the launch event in December 2016 have only confirmed the need for ‘more hands on deck’. We envisage that these local reps would play a vital role in facilitating improved two-way communications, as well as providing practical support at TEaM events.

It is suggested that the role would include (but not be restricted to) the following elements:

• Promotion and Marketing of TEaM events and initiatives to fellow members of the Technical Staff (verbal, posters, flyers etc.)
• Monitoring and encouraging uptake for events, initiatives and surveys;
• Active collection of or point of contact for, feedback, concerns or suggestions for the attention of the Steering/Executive group. Attendance of group meetings, by request or invitation, as necessary;
• Organisational help with TEaM events (bookings, risk assessments, catering etc.)
• Practical, hands-on help before, during or after TEaM events.

If you feel that you have the time and that your circumstances would allow you to become involved in helping support the TEaM network, then please approach any member of the Steering Group at an event, or email technical.excellence@manchester.ac.uk for further details.