The Sen. Natasha Supporters Network (SNSN) is structured to provide effective leadership, clear communication, grassroots coordination and meaningful participation.
Our organizational structure is designed to connect the Founder, National Executive Council, State Coordinators, Local Government Coordinators, Ward Coordinators, Community Representatives, Volunteers and Members into one coordinated network.
The structure allows responsibilities to be distributed across different levels while maintaining a common vision, mission and set of values.
OUR STRUCTURE AT A GLANCE
The SNSN organizational structure can be represented as follows:
FOUNDER
Comr. Nasiru Bright
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NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
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STATE COORDINATORS
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT COORDINATORS
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WARD COORDINATORS
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COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES
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VOLUNTEERS & MEMBERS
This structure creates a clear pathway for communication, coordination and participation from the national level to the grassroots.
1. THE FOUNDER
Comr. Nasiru Bright
The Founder provides the foundation and founding vision of the Sen. Natasha Supporters Network.
The Founder played a central role in establishing SNSN as an organized platform for supporters and continues to be associated with its overall vision and development.
The founding vision emphasizes:
- Unity
- Responsible participation
- Community development
- Empowerment
- Grassroots organization
- Service
- Effective communication
The Founder provides the historical and organizational foundation upon which the Network continues to develop.
2. NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
Providing National Direction
The National Executive Council (NEC) serves as the central coordinating body of SNSN.
The Council provides strategic and administrative direction and supports the implementation of the Network’s objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- National coordination
- Strategic planning
- Membership development
- Programme coordination
- Communication
- Chapter development
- Community engagement
- Volunteer coordination
- Organizational administration
- Monitoring and evaluation
The NEC works with state and grassroots structures to ensure that the Network remains coordinated.
3. STATE COORDINATORS
Coordinating Activities at State Level
State Coordinators provide the link between the National Executive Council and the Network’s structures within each state.
They are responsible for supporting:
- State membership
- LGA structures
- State activities
- Communication
- Volunteer coordination
- Community engagement
- Youth participation
- Women’s participation
- Activity reporting
State Coordinators help ensure that national programmes and information can be effectively communicated at the state level.
4. LOCAL GOVERNMENT COORDINATORS
Bringing the Network Closer to Communities
Local Government Coordinators help coordinate SNSN activities within their assigned Local Government Areas.
They work with State Coordinators, Ward Coordinators and members to strengthen grassroots participation.
Their responsibilities may include:
- Membership engagement
- Ward coordination
- Local meetings
- Community outreach
- Volunteer coordination
- Activity reporting
- Information sharing
They are an important link between state leadership and ward-level structures.
5. WARD COORDINATORS
Grassroots Organization
Ward Coordinators help organize SNSN activities at the ward level.
They are closer to individual members and communities and therefore play an important role in grassroots communication.
They may assist with:
- Member registration
- Local meetings
- Community engagement
- Volunteer activities
- Information sharing
- Event organization
- Membership mobilization
- Reporting
6. COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES
Connecting With Local Communities
Community Representatives help maintain a direct connection between SNSN and specific communities.
They may assist in:
- Identifying community concerns
- Sharing verified information
- Encouraging participation
- Supporting community activities
- Mobilizing volunteers
- Reporting community-level activities
The Community Representative role helps SNSN maintain a people-centered approach.
7. VOLUNTEERS
The People Who Make Activities Happen
Volunteers are an important part of SNSN.
They contribute their time, skills and experience to approved activities.
Volunteers may support areas such as:
- Mobilization
- Media
- ICT
- Administration
- Photography
- Videography
- Event management
- Community outreach
- Research
- Communication
- Logistics
Volunteering provides members with opportunities to contribute beyond ordinary membership.
8. MEMBERS
The Foundation of the Network
Members are at the heart of SNSN.
Every organizational structure ultimately exists to connect, support and engage members.
Members contribute by:
- Participating in activities
- Attending meetings
- Volunteering
- Sharing constructive ideas
- Supporting community initiatives
- Respecting organizational procedures
- Promoting unity
- Encouraging responsible participation
A strong organization depends on active and responsible members.
FUNCTIONAL DEPARTMENTS AND COMMITTEES
In addition to the main leadership structure, SNSN may establish specialized departments and committees to manage specific responsibilities.
These may include:
Membership Department
Responsible for membership registration, verification and member support.
Mobilization Department
Supports membership engagement, events and grassroots mobilization.
Youth Department
Coordinates youth participation and youth-focused initiatives.
Women Affairs Department
Supports women’s participation and empowerment activities.
Media & Publicity Department
Manages approved publicity, announcements, media content and public communication.
ICT & Digital Department
Supports the website, digital membership systems and technology.
Welfare Department
Supports appropriate welfare initiatives for members and communities.
Community Development Department
Supports approved community-focused programmes.
Events & Protocol Department
Supports the organization and coordination of meetings, conferences and official events.
Finance & Administration Department
Supports responsible administrative and financial processes.
COMMUNICATION STRUCTURE
Effective communication is essential to SNSN.
Information should generally move through recognized channels:
National Executive Council
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State Coordinator
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LGA Coordinator
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Ward Coordinator
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Community Representative
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Members & Volunteers
At the same time, information and feedback can move in the opposite direction:
Members & Communities
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Ward Coordinators
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LGA Coordinators
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State Coordinators
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National Leadership
This two-way communication system allows leadership to communicate with members while also receiving feedback from the grassroots.
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Each level of the organization should maintain appropriate records and submit relevant reports through the established leadership channels.
Members & Volunteers
Report activities and concerns to their immediate coordinators.
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Ward Coordinators
Compile relevant ward-level information.
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LGA Coordinators
Coordinate and submit appropriate LGA reports.
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State Coordinators
Review state-level activities and submit reports.
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National Executive Council
Reviews national information and uses it to guide planning and decision-making.
LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES
Every level of SNSN’s structure is guided by the organization’s core values.
UNITY
We work together as one Network.
SERVICE
We lead by contributing to others.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We take responsibility for our duties.
INTEGRITY
We act honestly and responsibly.
RESPECT
We treat members and communities with dignity.
DISCIPLINE
We respect organizational procedures.
TEAMWORK
We work together to achieve common objectives.
INCLUSION
We encourage meaningful participation.