Hello Global Ranavirus Consortium members,

I would like to ask once again for nominations for GRC officers. We now have a handful of self-nominations, but all are (so far) from North America. We would really like to emphasize the “global” nature of the GRC, along with the diversity in disciplines, perspectives, and so forth. So please volunteer or offer suggestions for those you think would help the GRC in its mission.

If you have questions about any of the duties or commitments of any position, please email me or the current officer. Nominations are due to Jesse Brunner ([log in to unmask]) by Friday, 30 July 2021. Self-nominations are welcome. Those nominated by other people will first be asked if they wish to run. Willing nominees will be asked to provide a short statement about their interest, experience, or goals for the position. Voting will take place online soon after.

Thanks for your continued interest and support of the GRC!

Jesse Brunner

Past Director and Webmaster of the GRC

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Director 

The Director has general leadership responsibility for the GRC, coordinating efforts among various groups or committees and ensuring GRC business gets done as needed. The Director presides over GRC Board and Executive Committee meetings, and lead general membership meetings (e.g., at the ISRs). The Director may also need to represent the GRC in public or elsewhere. Upon completion of a full term, the Director succeeds to the position of Past Director, where s/he will provide guidance on history and procedures and supervise the elections of officers. 

Associate Director 

The Associate Director assists the Director as requested and assumes the duties of the Director in his/her absence. The Associate Director is also a member, but not the chair, of the Symposium Committee. Upon completion of a full term as Associate Director, the Associate Director succeeds to the position of Director. 

Secretary-Treasurer 

Duties of the Secretary-Treasurer include recording and issuing the minutes of all meetings, maintaining GRC files and records, disseminating relevant information to the membership, and compiling an annual report of GRC activities and accomplishments. The Secretary-Treasurer is also responsible for the GRC budget, receiving and disbursing funds, and preparing an annual financial report to the GRC Board. 

Regional Representatives

Regional representatives are responsible for facilitating communication among GRC members and addressing emerging issues or concerns in their geographical region. They are also part of the GRC Board, alongside the officers. There is one representative from each of the following regions:

• Asia
• Australia
• Europe/Africa
• North America (Canada and the United States)
• South/Central America

Webmaster

The Webmaster is responsible for maintaining and updating the ranavirus.org website, including the online membership system. The Webmaster also provides information to the executive officers from the website (e.g., on membership). Familiarity with WordPress is helpful, but not essential; training will be provided.