VRA Call for Self-Nominations
The VRA is currently seeking volunteers for six open positions, four of which are Board positions, and one of which is a paid position. Please find descriptions of the open roles below and see if one of them might be right for you! Self-nomination is encouraged.
Terms of office will begin in Spring 2025 following a period of shadowing the current officers. Benefits of serving on the Board include complimentary membership, conference registration and as well as reimbursement for VRA-related travels. Hour-long board meetings currently occur on a monthly basis, with longer meetings at mid-year and the annual conference.
This is a great opportunity to practice leadership skills while working with a remarkable team to support a global community. Please join us.
If you are interested, please contact board@vraweb.org for more information by Thursday, November 7th.
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The following four board positions are available:
President-Elect - The President-Elect serves one year as President-Elect, followed by a two-year term as President of VRA. During their term as President-Elect, they learn from the current President, work on special projects, and become familiar with the non-profit structure of VRA. The President sets the tone for VRA’s activities during their term, leading board meetings and adjudicating votes on issues.
Secretary - The Secretary keeps the record of the VRA through meeting minutes, agendas, documentation of board votes, and signing official documents on behalf of the Association. They solicit reports from the many appointees, committees, chapters, SIGs, and other groups doing work under the name VRA.
Grants Officer - The Grants Officer completes applications for funding on behalf of VRA and uses that funding to award an annual Internship Award, a Professional Development Grant, and a Project Grant. They act as Principal Investigator for grants in which VRA takes part.
Junior Director of Events and Initiatives - The Junior Director of Events and Initiatives serves one year as Junior Director followed by one year as Senior Director of Events and Initiatives. The Junior Director helps plan and run organization-wide events including the Annual Conference and Regional Workshops in conjunction with the Senior Director of Events and Initiatives, local committees, and hired consultants.
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SECAC Rep: To share activities of each organization with the other - Usually by email and listserv
VRA Bulletin Production Editor: To develop and manage the technical infrastructure of the VRA Bulletin in conjunction with the electronic press and to support editors and authors in the use of the online tools for the electronic journal. Partner with the Content Editor to plan and supervise the preparation and publication of the VRA Bulletin. This position is paid a $750 stipend per issue.