Board of Directors President President Elect Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Board Member Job Description Club Service Director Vocational Service Director International Service Director Community Service Director

President Duties Preparation The primary responsibility as Club President is to ensure that the club is functioning effectively. The Four elements of an effective club are as follows: Sustain and/or grow the membership base. Implementation of successful projects that address the needs of the community and the communities of other countries. Support to The Rotary Foundation. Development of leaders capable of serving in Rotary beyond the club level. Before July 1 On July 1st,the Club President will come into function. During the previous months as president elect, much emphasis must be laid in the preparation to effectively serve the club. During these preparation months, the following steps must be observed: Assessment of the club's membership situation Discussion regarding the service objectives Identification of ways to improve support for The Rotary Foundation Development of future leaders by promoting attendance at important Rotary event at district level.  The tasks/actions to be carried out soon after election are: Appointment of committee chairpersons. Attendance to PET (President-Elect-Training) Seminar. Encourage all club leaders to attend the annual District Assembly so as to acquire the skills and knowledge required for success in the coming year. Hold one or more meetings with the new board of directors. Begin to set club goals for the coming year. Supervise the preparation of the club budget. Review the status of current club projects.  After July 1 Execute the membership development plan to bring qualified new members into the club. Review and adapt plans and objectives for the year to incorporate the RI theme of the year. Ensure that each committee has definite objectives. Review committee progress throughout the year. Hold the first club assembly early in the year to discuss the agenda and schedule regular assemblies throughout the year. Prepare carefully for the governor's official visit and visits made by the assistant governor. Ensure that all correspondence is answered promptly, especially from clubs in other countries. Delegate this responsibility as appropriate. Preside at all meetings of the club and ensure that all club meetings are carefully planned. Plan carefully for all board meetings, which are to held at least once a month. Review information and suggestions from the Secretariat and use as appropriate. Direct important information from Rotary World, the governor's monthly letter, etc., to the bulletin editor, as well as to appropriate individuals and committees. Attend and ensure club representation at the district conference, which is open to all Rotarians and their families. Conduct a semiannual checkup in January on all committee activities and objectives. Promote attendance at the annual RI Convention. Submit a comprehensive report to the club on its status in June, prior to leaving office. Confer with successor before leaving office to ensure as smooth a transition as possible. Arrange for a joint meeting of the incoming board with the retiring board of directors to assure continuity. Source - Club President's Manual - 222EN Resources RI Leadership Training Cycle (PDF) Club President's Manual (PDF) Club Committee Manual (PDF) Secretary's Manual (PDF) Pacific Northwest PETS Website PETS Discussion Questions (PDF)