Strong governance ensures training is prioritised, resourced, and aligned with organisational strategy. Governance also safeguards quality and accountability across branches.
Key elements
- National training policy linked to volunteer development and HR strategies.
- Governance oversight of training standards and equity.
- Legal compliance for certifications (e.g. first aid recognised by authorities).
- Dedicated budget lines for volunteer training.
Governance makes training sustainable by embedding it into NS strategy and policy. Without this, training risks being ad hoc and uneven.
Examples
- Spanish RC: Governance board requires annual training plan reporting.
- Kenya RC: Training policies ensure standardisation across branches.