What Does CLO Mean In NYSC and Their Duties?
If you are a prospective or serving corps member in Nigeria, you might be interested in becoming a CLO and wondering what it entails. In this blog post, we will explain how you can become a CLO in NYSC and what their duty is as part of the national service scheme.
CLO stands for Corper’s Liaison Officer. It is the highest ranking corps member who leads, coordinates and supervises other corps members in a local government area. The CLO is also an intermediary between the NYSC management, the local government inspector (LGI), and the corps members.
How to Become a CLO
To become a CLO, you need to have the following qualities:
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- Leadership skills : You need to be able to lead a diverse group of people with different backgrounds, personalities, and interests. You need to be able to delegate tasks, motivate others, solve problems, and make decisions.
- Communication skills : You need to be able to communicate effectively with your fellow corps members, the LGI, and other stakeholders in the NYSC scheme. You need to be able to address a crowd of corps members and other audiences with confidence and clarity. You also need to be able to negotiate, persuade, and influence others.
- Availability : You need to be available and accessible to your fellow corps members, the LGI, and other stakeholders in the NYSC scheme. You need to be ready to assist them whenever they need your help or guidance.
- Hardworking : You need to be hardworking and diligent in carrying out your duties as a CLO. You need to be able to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities without compromising on quality or efficiency.
The process of becoming a CLO varies depending on the level you want to serve.
There are three levels of CLOs in NYSC:
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- PPA level : This is the CLO that represents the corps members serving at a particular place of primary assignment (PPA). The selection of this CLO is usually done by the PPA through an election or appointment.
- Local government level: This is the CLO that represents the corps members serving in a particular local government area. The selection of this CLO is usually done by the LGI based on how hardworking and supportive the person is.
- State level: This is the CLO that represents the corps members serving in a particular state. The selection of this CLO is usually done by the state coordinator based on how outstanding and exemplary the person is.
Duties of CLO in NYSC
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- The main duty of the CLO is to assist the LGI in carrying out his or her responsibilities. Some of these responsibilities include:
- Notifying the LGI of available places of primary assignment (PPA) in the area Assisting in clearance process for corps members Coordinating community development service (CDS) meetings
- Helping in menial jobs useful to the LGI Monitoring and reporting the activities of the corps members to the LGI
- Leading in the registration of new corps members Resolving issues and conflicts among corps members or between corps members and their PPA or host community
Benefits of Becoming CLO During NYSC
There are many benefits of becoming a CLO during your national service. Some of these benefits are:
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- Respect: As a CLO, you will earn the respect of your fellow corps members, the LGI, and other stakeholders in the NYSC scheme. You will also be expected to act with high regard, conduct, and attitude.
- Leadership Skills Development : As a CLO, you will improve your leadership skills by managing a diverse group of people with different backgrounds, personalities, and interests. You will also learn how to delegate tasks, motivate others, solve problems, and make decisions.
- Public Speaking Skills: As a CLO, you will develop your public speaking skills by addressing a crowd of corps members and other audiences with confidence and clarity. You will also learn how to negotiate, persuade, and influence others.
- Business Network: As a CLO, you will have the opportunity to meet and interact with other people on the same level or higher than the LGI, such as senior government officials, business owners, community leaders, etc. This can help you build your business network and connections for future opportunities.
- CV Boost: As a CLO, you will have an edge over other candidates who have similar qualifications and abilities but were not CLOs during their service year. Most employers look for someone who is a team player, someone who has leadership skills and can easily coordinate people to achieve set goals.
In conclusion, becoming a CLO in NYSC requires having certain qualities and going through a selection process depending on the level you want to serve. The duty of the CLO is to assist the LGI in running the NYSC scheme in a local government area. Becoming a CLO can be a rewarding experience that can help you grow personally and professionally.
