IODA ELECTIONS
There are various exciting opportunities to serve the global OD community by being elected to the IODA Executive Committee (EC).
Serving on the Executive Committee offers the opportunity to collaborate with an international team of volunteers, strengthen our global community, and foster learning and connection across cultures.
UPCOMING POSITIONS
Nominations are open! IODA members now have the opportunity to nominate themselves or others for the positions listed below. Click on each role to read the position descriptions.
The nomination process will be open until 27 August 2026. It will then be followed by elections.
DESCRIPTION OF KEY ELECTION STEPS
Nominate a candidate: The first step in the election process is to first nominate yourself or someone else by filling in this form. Once nominations have been received and accepted (based on criteria) the executive committee will confirm what the next steps are in the process with the nominee.
The nomination stage and a formal application process will open and thereafter be followed by voting.
Submit an application: Once nominations are in, selected candidates can submit their applications. Applications can be submitted once nominations are accepted. Candidates must summarize their suitability and plans of action for the portfolio indicating why they want to run and confirm the understanding and acceptance of the election timeline and EC roles.
The application must include:
- • A digital photo
- • A motivation letter
- • A 2-minute video
- • Two endorsements or recommendations from other IODA members
Meeting the Candidate: Each candidate that submits an application will need to meet with representatives from the Executive Committee to answer questions about the role and ensure they are able to commit the needed time and energy to successfully serving in the role. In addition, if necessary, candidates may be required to attend a members’ meeting and share about themselves and their suitability for the role, plan of action, and answer member questions.
Voting: Voting is the last stage of the election process and will be conducted using a formal and confidential process. Members may vote only by the authorized process that will be set out by the election committee. Each member may cast only one vote for each position.
INTRODUCTION TO IODA & SERVING ON THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
What are the general commitments of members of the board? The primary function of elected members of the board is to support the association in fulfilling its vision and mission in accordance with the bylaws and the decisions of the member meetings. The board member is responsible for the implementation of initiatives in their portfolio, working with the operational team and volunteers as well as implementing an international and multicultural vision that reflects the interests and desires of OD practitioners worldwide.
The Board member’s term of office is three years, beginning two weeks following the posting of the election results.
The Board member commits to attend the board meeting held annually preceding the annual world conference (in the case of a physical conference) and the web-meetings held monthly
The Board member commits to lead working committees during the year and participates in general e-mail discussions as they arise.
What is IODA and what does it stand for? The International Organization Development Association (IODA) is a non-profit membership organization and an international network of Organizational Development professionals, consultants, practitioners and social scientists. This non-profit association has members from many countries that initiate and support organizational change processes all over the world. IODA is dedicated to supporting and strengthening OD principles at the international level through research, academic OD programs, peer mentoring and coaching, networking and sharing of knowledge, international projects, and cultural interchange.
What is IODA’s purpose The purpose of IODA is to build a global community of OD professionals committed to inspiring learning and change around the world, unleashing human potential in organizations and communities.
IODA is home to one the most diverse networks of OD practitioners, academics, students and those facilitating positive change in the world. We are committed to our mission of co-creating a truly global OD community. Our strength comes from our ability to create warm, welcoming, engaging and stimulating spaces for all of our members, both in person at our conferences and virtually. IODA achieves this through sharing resources and sharpening OD practices, cultivating relationships and our global network, and offering space and co-creating opportunities.