2024 Board of Director Elections will be held on Monday, February 12, 2024
Nominations will begin to be accepted on Monday, January 8, 2024
Following a vote of the 2023 Board of Directors, with consultation from the General Membership, the Broward Young Democrats are adopting a new Board organizational structure.
The newly created and revised positions can be found below:
President
Position Goal:
The President shall be the chief presiding officer of the Club. They shall provide leadership to the Club and be responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the Club. The President shall serve as the Chair of the Political Committee registered with the Broward Supervisor of Elections.
Job Responsibilities:
Hold the authority to sign checks on behalf of the Broward Young Democrats
Represent the Club at Florida Young Democrats functions
Maintain Chapter By-Laws
Schedule Chapter meetings and Board meetings
Coordinate selection of chapter programs and projects
Keep the Board of Directors and the club fully informed
Appoint all delegates and alternates to the FYD conventions and caucuses, with the advice and consent of the Board of Directors.
The President or their designee shall serve as the liaison who sits on the Broward Democratic Party Management Committee.
The President or their designee shall be the liaison to the Broward Council of Democratic Club Presidents.
Provide Final Approval of the submission of Quarterly financial reports submitted to the Broward Supervisor of Elections.
Implement Strategic Initiatives that positively impact the goals of the Club.
Serve as the spokesperson of the Club
Commitment to the Club:
Attend monthly Broward Democratic Party Management Committee meetings
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
Team Captain:
Not Applicable
Vice President
Position Goal:
The Vice President is responsible for managing Strategic Initiatives of the Club and shall serve as the “arranger” of all club projects, events, and meetings. This person shall preside at all meetings in the absence of the President and shall serve as the President's chief aide.
Job Responsibilities:
The Vice President shall Serve as "expeditor" for all chapter programs and projects to ensure that these goals are completed in a timely fashion.
The Vice President shall oversee all Project Management, at the direction of the Board of Directors.
The Vice President shall prepare to assume the Office of President at any time during the duration of their term.
The Vice President shall be responsible for organizing all virtual accommodations for in-person meetings.
The Vice President shall be responsible for bringing a sign-in sheet and membership registration to each regular membership meeting. The Vice President shall work with the Internal Communications Coordinator to update these records in the Club’s online database.
Commitment to the Club:
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
Team Captain:
President
Communications Director
Position Goal:
The Communications Director shall be responsible for overseeing all Marketing, Social Media, and Digital Outreach for the Club. This person shall serve as the Secretary of the organization.
Job Responsibilities:
Review and Approve the Monthly Newsletter created by the Internal Communications Coordinator.
Manage the Social Media presence of the organization including the Website, Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook, Tik Tok, and Mailchimp.
Lead all Marketing and Strategic Communications initiatives, including any mailers for endorsed candidates.
Take official action minutes at each Board of Directors meeting (official action minutes shall include any approval of disbursements or motions passed by the Board).
Create graphics for publication or appoint the Internal Communications Coordinator to hold that role.
Commitment to the Club:
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
Team Captain:
President
Finance Director
Position Goal:
The Finance Director shall be responsible for the fiscal management of the Club and oversee the annual Fundraiser. They shall serve as the Treasurer of the Organization.
Job Responsibilities:
Hold the authority to sign checks on behalf of the Broward Young Democrats, with approval from the President.
Establish and maintain an operating budget
Organize annual fundraiser with the Development Coordinator
Chair a “Fundraiser Planning Committee,” with the approval of the President
Coordinate fundraising events and activities
Collects annual dues
Submit quarterly financial reports to the Broward Supervisor of Elections, following approval from the President.
Be prepared to assume the role of President if the Vice President is unable or unwilling.
Commitment to the Club:
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
Ensure that all financial reports are submitted on time and with accuracy to the Supervisor of Elections.
Team Captain:
President
Political Director (New)
Position Goal:
The Political Director shall be responsible for overseeing all Political related activities of the Club, including Endorsement of Candidates.
Job Responsibilities:
Oversee and Manage all Endorsements from the Organization, including applications, voting, and publication.
Work with the Communications Director (and/or Internal Communications Coordinator) to publicize political actions taken by the club.
Serve as the liaison between the club and candidates for public office.
Oversee all legislative priorities, advocacy, and relationships with elected officials.
Work with the President and Board of Directors to develop Legislative and Municipal Priorities for candidates.
Organize and oversee all Day of Actions for endorsed candidates.
Serve as a member of the Florida Young Democrats Legislative committee.
If this person serves on the board during a “off-year” meaning no elections are taking place, this person shall be responsible for recruiting young candidates to run for office and work to strengthen the Broward Young Democrats political influence.
Commitment to the Club:
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
Team Captain:
President
Development Coordinator (New)
Position Goal:
Serve as the lead of all Club Development activities and initiatives. They will work closely with the Finance Director to ensure the financial success of the Club.
Job Responsibilities:
Oversee all Recruitment efforts for the Broward Young Democrats.
Serve as the liaison between the Broward Young Democrats and other political clubs/caucus, along with the President. In addition to Political groups, this person shall serve as the liaison to community groups and organizations, with the intent to establish, maintain, and enhance connections between the club and the respective organization.
With direction from the Board of Directors and Finance Director, plan the annual Broward Young Democrats Fundraiser.
Commitment to the Club:
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
This person shall work closely with the Finance Director, with the hopes that this person could take on the role of the Finance Director in future years.
Team Captain:
Finance Director
Internal Communications Coordinator (New)
Position Goal:
The Internal Communications Coordinator shall be responsible for keeping the Membership of the Broward Young Democrats informed. This person shall work closely with the Communications Director to ensure professional and high-quality communications and marketing initiatives.
Job Responsibilities:
Create the monthly Broward Young Democrats newsletter.
Be responsible for maintaining all club records, including membership records.
Manage the website of the Broward Young Democrats.
Work closely with the Communications Director to implement strategic communications initiatives.
Provide support to endorsed candidates in publicizing support from the Broward Young Democrats.
Commitment to the Club:
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
This person shall work closely with the Communications Director, with the hopes that this person could take on the role of the Communications Director in future years.
Team Captain:
Communications Director
Political Organizing Coordinator (New)
Position Goal:
The Political Organizing Coordinator shall be responsible for organizing and coordinating all Political related events and outreach efforts. This person shall work closely with the Political Director to ensure a successful Political Outreach program.
Job Responsibilities:
Organize the Calendar of Political events, including organizing Phone Banks and Canvassing.
Work with external partners to organize political organizing events.
Serve as the Volunteer Organizer
Commitment to the Club:
Attend all Broward Young Democrats events and meetings (General Membership and Board of Directors).
Notify the Board of Directors if unable to attend any meetings and appoint a designee (if necessary).
This person shall work closely with the Political Director, with the hopes that this person could take on the role of the Political Director in future years.
Team Captain:
Political Director