SHAPING TOMORROW'S LEADERS: CAMA MUNICIPAL SUCCESSION PLANNING TOOLKIT
The CAMA Municipal Succession Planning Toolkit is a comprehensive resource designed to help municipalities ensure effective leadership transitions and organizational stability, and is available to members by visiting the Member’s Section (Toolkit area) of the CAMA website.
Whether your municipality has a dedicated Human Resources department or not, this toolkit provides customizable strategies and tools for Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs), Senior Leadership Teams, and Councils. It includes guidance on identifying key leadership positions, creating development plans for potential successors, and managing transitions smoothly.
This resource covers a range of succession planning approaches, including Traditional Hierarchical Succession, the Talent Pool Approach, and Performance-Based Planning. It also focuses on Leadership Development Programs and External Pipeline Development. The toolkit also addresses critical topics like risk management, political navigation, and the importance of aligning succession planning with municipal strategic goals.
Prepare your organization for future leadership challenges by fostering a culture of growth, continuity, and resilience. Download the CAMA Succession Planning Toolkit today to ensure your municipality’s long-term success.
If you would like to read the Executive Summary of the Toolkit, click here.
