Awards 2016 Promising Professional Award Nomination Form Introduction This individual award recognises the exceptional achievements of a CIEEM member during the early stages of their career (only Graduate, Associate and Qualifying membership grades are eligible). The winner will have demonstrated above-average competence and a strong commitment to their professional development. This can be demonstrated through their achievements, knowledge, skills, leadership, commitment and inspiration for others in the field of ecology and environmental management. Criteria and Eligibility This award is open only to Graduate, Associate and Qualifying members of the Institute. Nominees will be assessed against the following five professional qualities and attributes: 1. Knowledge and Skills Demonstrates: 2. Communication Demonstrates the ability to: 3. Leadership and Team Working 1 Effective application of knowledge and skills above the expected level for the grade of employment The ability to take responsibility for personal development The ability to be a self-starter and use initiative Successfully communicate ideas and complex messages with a range of audiences Share knowledge and experience with others Communicate effectively through a variety of media (i.e. articles, presentations, reports etc.) Seek and respond to feedback Demonstrates the ability to: Build and sustain productive working relationships Successfully influence others Inspire and motivate others 4. Making Decisions and Problem-Solving Demonstrates the ability to: 5. Personal Achievements Demonstrates the ability to: Act decisively Use knowledge and skills to inform decisions Use innovative/creative approaches Challenge and investigate Manage the expectations of others Take responsibility and deliver results (on time and in budget) Show initiative and enthusiasm Exceed expectations Be flexible and adaptable Self-manage and perform well under pressure Making a Nomination Nominations for the Promising Professional Award must be made by two CIEEM members (only Full members and Fellows are eligible to make a nomination). Self-nominations are not accepted. Additional material to support this entry can be provided but must be limited to 4 pages. This can include testimonials from clients / partner organisations and/or examples of the candidates work. Please email the nomination form to awards@cieem.net by the closing date of Monday 1 February 2016. Nominator 1 Name: Member no.: Email: I declare that to the best of my knowledge the information provided is accurate and complete. Nominator 2 Name: Member no.: Email: I declare that to the best of my knowledge the information provided is accurate and complete. 2 Nominee for the CIEEM Promising Professional Award Name: Contact details (if known): Please outline below, with reference to the five criteria, why this member should receive the CIEEM Promising Professional Award. (Max. 1000 words total for all five criteria.) Please note that your nomination text will be the principal piece of information that the judges will use in their shortlisting, so please ensure to address all five criteria listed below and be as specific and evidence-based as possible in making your case for your nominee. 1. Knowledge and Skills 2. Communication 3. Leadership and Team Working 4. Making Decisions and Problem-Solving 5. Personal Achievements Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management 43 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9EH, UK Tel: 01962 868 626 | E-mail: enquiries@cieem.net | Web: www.cieem.net 3