Page 56 - NWF November Updates

Employee Recognition

NWF aspires to recognize, reward, and motivate staff for exceptional performance and

successful completion of challenging tasks which exceed their primary job duties. The
Employee Recognition Program has been designed to provide employees and managers a
variety of to acknowledge outstanding staff contributions. With this program we want to
help foster an environment of shared success and commitment and recognize that each
individual can make a difference. All employees are eligible.

The quarterly Celebrating Staff Awards acknowledge the extraordinary efforts made by

members of our staff toward fulfilling the goals, values, and mission of the National Wildlife
Federation. Professionalism, commitment to best practices, and high standards of excellence
are at the heart of these awards.

The selection committee will be comprised of previous award winners. In addition to the

specific reason for nomination, as outlined by the nominator, the selection committee will
take many factors into consideration when choosing an employee for the award, including:
productivity, quality, overall performance levels, etc. Any nomination submitted after the
deadline will not be considered for that quarter.

Celebrating Staff Award Categories

Behind the Scenes Hero - this award is for individuals who:

• Consistently go above and beyond without fanfare
• Fill in when and wherever needed and always perform at a high level

• Take initiative to solve problems and improve work situations without being prompted
• Demonstrate reliability, perseverance, and focus on results
• Help others by sharing knowledge of NWF practices and resources or job-related skills

Builder of Spirit and Community - this award is for individuals who:
• Develop trust and credibility through open, respectful communication and

demonstrating accountability
• Provide a sense of purpose, vision and mission for their co-workers and/or staff
• Positively influence others to build consensus in group, departmental or organizational
settings
• Manage and/or champion change effectively through formal or informal leadership

• Help others develop by investing time and effort in coaching and/or mentoring