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NAPNAP Nominations and Elections

NAPNAP Nominations

Nominations for NAPNAP’s 2024 election are now open. Are you interested in becoming a national leader of your association? Learn more about the open positions and the steps you can take to become a candidate!

The Nominations Process

  1. Review the role description and nominate yourself or a colleague (Nominations are now closed for the 2024 election.)
  2. Nominations Committee members will contact nominated individuals and ask them to complete an online candidate application, including letters of recommendation and a personal statement.
    NOTE: The application deadline is October 1.
  3. The Nominations Committee reviews applications, CVs and references to create a slate of candidates for Executive Board approval.
  4. When the board approves the slate, the Nominations Committee Chair will notify all candidate applicants of the board’s decision.
  5. The Nominations Committee chair and  staff liaison will work with all candidates to help them prepare for the election process.
  6. Candidates will be given opportunities to actively campaign and connect with members.
  7. Voting-eligible members will cast their ballots during the March 13-April 10 election period.

General Candidate Requirements/Recommendations

  1. NAPNAP member in good standing (REQUIRED for ALL positions).
  2. Membership in NAPNAP for at least two years prior to election to office (REQUIRED for Executive Board positions only). 
  3. Active participation in chapter or SIG leadership, and/or national committees or work groups.
  4. Demonstrated commitment to children, nurse practitioners and NAPNAP’s strategic goals.
  5. Willingness to commit the time and effort needed to carry out the duties of the position (see role descriptions below for details).
  6. Understanding of association operations, available resources and the nature of volunteerism.

Available 2024 Positions

Click on the role description link to learn more about each position.

To learn more about the general responsibilities of serving on a strategic board, please review this infographic from Board Source. 

The president-elect serves a three-year term – one year each as president-elect, president and immediate past president. The president presides over all Executive Board decisions and leads the organization in its work to achieve the goals set forth in the Strategic Plan. The time commitment is approximately 20-50 hours per month. There is a stipend for this position.

Three-year President Role Description – 2024

The treasurer serves a two-year term. This position is responsible for monitoring the financial stability of the association in collaboration with NAPNAP staff, planning for future financial stability and serving as chair of the Finance Committee. The time commitment is approximately 10-15 hours per month.

Treasurer Role Description – 2024

 

Three people will be elected to two-year terms. Members-at-large, among other duties, serve as board liaison to committees, chapters, special interest groups, workgroups and position statement writing groups as assigned by the president. The time commitment is approximately 10-15 hours per month.

Member-at-large Role Description – 2024

 

The Nominations Committee member serves a two-year term. Nominations Committee members actively recruit NAPNAP members to run for available positions on the Executive Board and Nominations Committee. The time commitment is approximately 10-15 hours per month during the months of August – October with a lesser time commitment throughout the rest of the year.

Nominations Committee Member Role Description – 2024

 

Any questions about the nominations process can be directed to Eileen Arnold-Ley at [email protected].

2024 Election

Our 2024 election will be conducted online, March 13 – April 10. You will be able to learn more about the candidates in February. Our independent election company will correspond with each eligible voter regarding credentials to cast your ballot.

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