OF
THE BCEA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
PREAMBLE
Who we are
The BCEA Alumni Association which begun in August 2012 is an association of graduates of
Bible College of East Africa. This college is a Christian educational institution under the
Independent Board for Presbyterian Foreign Missions, established in 1965 and commissioned
by God to prepare Gospel Ministers to serve the Church of Jesus Christ.
BCEA Alumni Association Mission Statement
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! (Ps. 133:1)
THE CONSTITUTION OF BCEA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
1. NAME
The name of this organization shall be The BIBLE COLLEGE OF EAST AFRICA
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION.
2. LOCATION OF OFFICES
The Office for the transaction of the business of BCEA Alumni Association shall be
located in the Bible College of East Africa, Mirema Road, Roysambu, Nairobi, Kenya.
3. PURPOSE
3.1. To promote the interests and welfare of Alumni members by encouraging one
another.
3.2. To promote the beneficial exchange of information, ideas, and opinions among the
Institution and her alumni by keeping each other informed of the successes and
challenges of ministry wherever God has placed us. Pulpit exchange programmes
among the alumni should be encouraged where possible.
3.3. To introduce other God-called servants to the sound Christian fundamental and
biblical training available at BCEA.
3.4. To organize annual conferences at which members meet to exhort one another in the
teaching and preaching of Gods Word; also share experiences and challenges
encountered in the mission field.
3.5. To maintain mutual bond with our Alma mater the institution that has shaped the
destiny of many ministers with their ministries in Africa.
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The Chairperson
The Vice Chairperson
The General Secretary
The Organizing Secretary and;
The Treasurer.
5.2. The Advisor appointed by the Institution.
5.3. The Regional Representatives - from Kenya
5.4. The Diaspora Representatives.
5.5. Any Co-opted members.
6.1.5.
Serve as an ex-official in any sub-committees nominated or selected by
the Association.
6.1.6.
The Chairperson of Alumni Board shall maintain an up-to-date master
copy of the Alumni Association Constitution and an up-to-date special file
containing copies of all available previous Constitutions and of any minutes or
correspondence pertaining to the Constitution. He shall deal with any
questions concerning any constitutionality referred to the executive for study
and recommendation.
6.2. The Vice Chairperson
6.2.1.
Perform any of the duties of the Chairperson by virtue of delegation or
in the absence of the Chairperson.
6.2.2.
The Vice Chairperson shall succeed the office of the chairperson if and
when the office falls vacant. The Vice Chairperson shall also fill the
unexpired term of the Chairperson awaiting the appointments.
6.3. The General Secretary
6.3.1.
Taking minutes - The General Secretary shall maintain an accurate
record of all Alumni Association meetings. This includes documenting the
activities and the matters discussed during the meetings by writing down the
minutes. Along with the minutes, he also has to maintain a meeting attendance
log. Once the meeting is over, the records should be filed properly.
6.3.2.
Maintaining Records The General Secretary will maintain accurate
and up-to-date records for the various functions, decisions and actions of the
Alumni Association.
6.3.3.
Advice the Board Members - The General Secretary should inform the
board members and ensure that they have the right guidance and resources for
carrying out their duties towards the Alumni as per the institutions by-laws.
6.3.4.
Liaising - The General Secretary will act as a point of contact between
the Alumni members and BCEA.
6.3.5. Shall maintain a record and contacts of all active Alumni members.
6.3.6.
Provide timely information concerning activities of the Association to
its members and friends.
6.3.7.
Communication the General Secretary shall communicate with the
members from time to time. He or she shall prepare and send reports,
circulars, notices and notifications about meetings to the members as directed
by the board.
6.3.8.
Arranging Meetings. This includes board and annual conference
meetings of all members. He or she has to inform the board about the
meeting(s) and its agenda.
6.3.9.
Making sure that the files of the officers are ready and up to date in
every board meeting.
6.3.10. Make timetables for the annual alumni association conference.
6.3.11. Read the previous minutes once the board has convened.
6.3.12. Organize the registration of alumni association members during conferences.
6.4. The Organizing Secretary
6.4.1.
6.4.2.
6.4.3.
6.4.4.
9.1.1.
The Annual General Conference to be held in the 3 rd week of August
every year, unless otherwise advised.
9.1.2. The Agenda of the Annual General Conference shall consist of:
9.1.2.1.
Confirmation of the minutes of the previous General
Conference.
9.1.2.2.
Chairpersons Report
9.1.2.3.
Teaching and preaching sessions by various speakers.
9.1.2.4.
Reports from Regional and Diaspora Representatives.
9.1.2.5.
Such other matters as Board may decide.
9.1.2.6.
Any other business with the approval of the chairperson
received for information but not for action.
9.1.3. Special General Meeting.
This may be called for a specific purpose which according to the Executive
cannot wait until the Annual General Conference.
9.2. The Alumni Board meeting shall be held at least once a year or as regularly as the
Executive may decide in consultation with the Institution. Special meetings of the
Alumni Board may be called by the Alumni chairperson as circumstances may
dictate.
10. ASSOCIATIONS YEAR
The year of the Association shall be from September 1 to August 31.
11. FUNDS
The source of funds shall include and not limited to the following:
11.1. Support from the institution kitty.
11.2. Active membership registration.
11.3. Annual conference registration fee.
11.4. Free love contributions.
11.5. Grants, donations and such others as may be sought and accepted by the Board
on behalf of the Association.
12. DISOLLUTION
The association shall be wound up or dissolved only by the consent of not less than threefourths of those active voting Members of the association present in person at an annual
alumni conference convened for that purpose.
13. EFFECTIVE DATE FOR THE CONSTITUTION
This constitution shall take effect immediately it is approved at the Annual General
conference of the Association.
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Signed
Rev. Amos Nganga
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Chairman
General Secretary
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