Leadership guide

District Leadership Positions

See how District leaders connect clubs, develop people, and deliver the District mission.

For members exploring service beyond the club

The essential idea

District leadership is a system, not a ladder of titles

Roles differ in scope and selection method. Read the current District Leadership Handbook and governing documents before relying on qualifications, election procedures, or term expectations.

Start here

Explore District service

  1. 1

    Start near the clubs

    Learn how Area and Division Directors support clubs and connect club needs to the District.

  2. 2

    Match role to contribution

    Compare program quality, club growth, communications, administration, finance, and overall District leadership.

  3. 3

    Verify the route to serve

    Check current eligibility and election or appointment procedures, then speak with current District leaders.

Responsibilities in practice

How the District team is organized

The official handbook contains full duties; this overview helps you locate the right role.

District Director

Leads the District, chairs its governing bodies, and is accountable for administration and the District mission.

Program Quality Director

Champions education, training, conferences, speech contests, club quality, and member achievement.

Club Growth Director

Leads club-building, membership growth, and support for new and rebuilding clubs.

Public Relations Manager

Coordinates District communications, publicity, brand practice, and public awareness.

Administration and Finance Managers

Maintain governance records and support responsible budgeting, payments, and financial reporting.

Division and Area Directors

Connect the District to clubs, support club quality, visit clubs, coordinate local leadership, and surface needs.

Use the source of truth

Official resources

Qualifications and election rules are governance matters; always use the current official handbook and elections toolkit.

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District Leadership Handbook

Official District structure, role responsibilities, administration, and procedures.

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District Leadership Committee

Current nomination, qualification, and District election guidance.

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Page content reviewed against public official sources in August 2026. Rules and requirements are governed by the latest official version at each link.