So you want to be an Assistant Governor…
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So you want to be an Assistant Governor…

Career Paths:

District Governor
Assistant Governor
Avenue of Service Director
District Committee Chair
Service on District Committees
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Adapted from a similar document
in use in Rotary District 5280.
With permission of and thanks to
PDG Dave Williams.

Prepared by PDG Carolyn Schuetz
District Trainer, Rotary District 5170
August 2002

What Rotary experience should you have?
 
How Selected?
  By the District Governor (while Governor-Elect or Governor-Nominee).
   
Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:
 
  • Rotarian for 3 years in one or more clubs
  • Current Rotarian in good standing in a club in good standing
  • Service as a Club President for one full year
  • Demonstrated outstanding performance at the District level
  • Potential for future leadership in the District
Other Critical Areas for Consideration:
 
  • Knowledge of the clubs and Rotarians in the District and widely known by District Rotarians, at least in his/her Area
    • Why? Desires respect of Club Presidents and Rotarians in Area
  • Knowledge of the functions and committees in the District
    • Why? Serves as communication link between Clubs and Districts, advises Clubs on District activities and programs
  • Knowledge of Rotary International
    • Why? Advises clubs about Rotary International
  • Knowledge of The Rotary Foundation
    • Why? Advises clubs about The Rotary Foundation
Best Training for Assistant Governor:
 
  • Outstanding performance as Club President
  • Service as a District Avenue of Service Director
  • Service as District Membership Development Chair
  • Service as Major Event Chair
    • District Conference
    • District Assembly
    • Avenues of Service
Logical Career Path:
  Club President, District Committee Member, District Committee Chair, District Special Events Chair, Avenue of Service Director
   
How Do I Get The Job?
  Secure the credentials and express your interest to the Governor-Elect/Nominee during the summer or fall before his or her term begins.