Rotaract Great Britain and Ireland seeks to appoint a Director of Communities
Ahead of the start of the new Rotary year, Rotaract Great Britain and Ireland are seeking to co-opt a new Director of Communities to support the work of the organisation and expand the reach of Rotaract and the opportunities it creates in 2026-2027.
The Board of Directors is the core executive team responsible for the day-to-day operation and strategic coordination of Rotaract GBI.
Our Board’s membership consists of seven Directors (including the Chair and Chair-Elect) who are Rotaractors from clubs across Great Britain and Ireland and have been elected by the Council of District Rotaract Representatives to ensure that our leadership is chosen democratically and reflects the diversity of Rotaract’s membership.
In addition, up to two Rotaractors can be co-opted on to the Board to become Directors, with the Council’s approval. Co-option is used so that Rotaractors who have specialist skills, experience, or perspectives that complement the elected Directors can also fully support Rotaract GBI to deliver its mission. This allows us to strengthen the Board by filling gaps, ensuring a balance of knowledge, and making sure we have the right people in place to deliver our strategy effectively. Co-opted Directors serve the same term length as elected Directors.
Together, elected and co-opted Directors form a Board that is both representative of our network and equipped with the expertise needed to support Rotaract clubs, deliver initiatives, and represent Rotaractors across Great Britain and Ireland.
We are excited to be appointing a new Director of Communities to help and strengthen Rotaract clubs across Great Britain and Ireland. This is a key leadership role within the Rotaract GBI Board, focused on creating, championing, and connecting our network of clubs to ensure they can thrive now and into the future.
The Director of Communities will be responsible for supporting the creation, development and connectivity of our club network across Great Britain and Ireland, ensuring that local clubs are not only established and sustained, but feel meaningfully connected to the wider Rotaract and Rotary family while also being set up to last long into the future.
This Director will work closely with existing clubs, Rotary and emerging groups to help establish strong foundations, providing practical, on-the-ground support to enable new clubs to form and develop within the Rotaract structure. A key part of the role is identifying and supporting opportunities to translate interest in Rotaract into active, engaged clubs. They also ensure that the messaging connected to Rotaract is correctly used.
Alongside this, the Director of Communities strengthens the relationship between clubs, Rotaract GBI and the wider Rotary network, helping ensure members feel part of a larger, connected organisation. They support clubs and members to access opportunities, relationships and pathways within Rotaract and Rotary at local, GBI wide and international levels, contributing to a stronger sense of belonging and shared purpose across the organisation.
Speaking about the creation of this new role our Director of Transformation, Danny Brown, said;
“As we continue to deliver on our strategy of ‘Build, Grow, Support, Empower’ this new role is an important piece of the puzzle to help us successfully deliver our vision for a Rotaract movement where every member has a shared sense of community and common purpose which they use to create meaningful change - in their local communities, across the world, and within themselves.
Rotaract GBI’s mission is to deliver and host high-quality opportunities, resources, and guidance that enable every Rotaractor and club to flourish; nurture connection, leadership, and impact - helping our members turn ambition into action and create lasting positive change.
The introduction of the new Director of Communities position is an illustration of our commitment and focus. We want a leader with the responsibility to support the development of new clubs across our network, work with partners and interesting parties, as well as ensuring Rotaractors are able to get the most out of what Rotaract has to offer and have the largest possible impact.”
The Chair of Rotaract Great Britain and Ireland, Chloe Rollings, added;
“Directors play a key role in shaping the direction of Rotaract GBI and the opportunities we create for our network. This is an exciting chance for passionate, forward-thinking Rotaractors to step forward and bring fresh ideas, energy and vision to the Board. I encourage anyone who wants to help Rotaract GBI grow, innovate and make a lasting impact in our communities to apply.”
Joining the Rotaract GBI Board is about more than just a title. It’s about being part of a motivated team working together to uplift communities and strengthen Rotaract across Great Britain and Ireland. You’ll gain valuable leadership, communication, and project management skills — and have a direct impact in shaping the future of Rotaract. Plus, it’s a lot of fun! You’ll meet amazing people, undertake exciting projects, and make a meaningful difference.
Board members will be expected to attend at least two online meetings per month (Monday evenings) and outside of meetings, you’ll want to set aside a few hours a week to work on your projects and responsibilities, though how this looks will vary depending on current activities and external requests.
To apply for this role you'll need to complete the short form below.
You also must be a member of a Rotaract Club within Great Britain and Ireland. Anyone can put themselves forward as long as they have not been part of the Board for more than 3 years previously.
Having experience is great but we also want Rotaract to be somewhere you can learn new skills and gain experience. We want to hear from people with ideas, passion and commitment - we can develop experience together!
On the application form you'll need to answer three questions; who are you, why you're interested in joining the Board and what you could bring to the role. Your answers to these questions will be shared with our Board and DRRs as part of the appointment process. We may also invite you to follow up conversations.
You can get examples of what you might include in your application by reading the drop downs on this page.
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In your response, you may wish to include:
How and when you first became involved in Rotaract
Clubs, districts, or roles you have been part of
Key experiences, projects, or achievements during your Rotaract journey
What you enjoy most about being a member of Rotaract
Skills, interests, or experiences outside Rotaract (e.g. professional, academic, or volunteering background)
Anything else you would like members to know about you as a person
This question is an opportunity to introduce yourself to us and share the experiences that have shaped your involvement in Rotaract.
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In your response, you may wish to include:
What motivates you to stand for the Rotaract GBI Board at this time
What you hope to contribute to Rotaract GBI
What you see as key priorities or opportunities for Rotaract GBI
How this role aligns with your personal values, leadership goals, or future aspirations
We encourage you to provide enough detail to help us understand your motivation and suitability for the role.
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In your response, you may wish to include:
Relevant skills or knowledge that would support you in carrying out the responsibilities of the role
Previous experience within Rotaract, Rotary, volunteering, work, or other leadership positions
Examples of achievements or projects you have led or contributed to
Ideas or initiatives you would like to develop if elected
How your personal strengths and working style would benefit the Board and wider Rotaract GBI community
Any professional or transferable skills (e.g. communication, finance, event management, governance, teamwork, strategic planning)
You may find it helpful to give practical examples to demonstrate your experience and approach.
This form is open from now until 5PM on Friday 26th June.
We encourage you to speak to Rotaractors and Rotarians in your own local area to support you to write your application, as well as your own support network outside of Rotaract.
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No. This is a self nomination process. We do not need any sponsorship or references as part of your application.
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Rotaract GBI does not have any policies that prevent the use of AI.
AI should only be used to support you in your application and should not be used to fully write the application on your behalf. The application questions are designed to capture information about you and your ideas so your answers should be personal and not generic.
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If appointed, your term will officially begin on 1 July 2026 and run until 30 June 2027, in line with the Rotary year.
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You’ll need to go to my.rotary.org and sign in. From there select ‘show profile’ and your MyRotary ID number will be listed under your name and club. We will use this 8 digit ID to check your eligibility (including that you are a member of a Rotaract club within GBI).
You must have a MyRotary ID to apply. Please contact board@rotaractgbi.com if you have a problem confirming this information.
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No. Rotaract GBI isn’t a club, we are a membership body for Rotary districts and our work is to support Rotaract clubs and members. Being part of your own local Rotaract club is an essential part of the perspectives our Board members have.
Being part of the Board is different from being a club member as this is a Director role of an organisation.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please get in touch via our contact form.
