Role of the ADG
An Assistant Governor, acting as liaison, is the eyes, ears, mouth and hands of the district governor.
- Works with the DG to develop goals for district.
- Advises the DGE on district committee selections.
- Attends PETS training session for ADG’s.
- Meets with the incoming presidents of the clubs before July 1 to discuss the clubs’ goals and to develop the Planning Guide for Effective Rotary Clubs.
- Visits each club in the area regularly and at least quarterly.
- Represents the governor at the club assembly related to the official visit.
- Holds regularly scheduled meetings (preferably monthly and no less than quarterly) with the club presidents in your assigned area to discuss the business of the clubs and the resources available to them along with goals, programs, and objectives of the district and RI.
- Updates the governor on progress within the assigned area and suggests ways to enhance Rotary development and address problems.
- Schedules and plans for the visit of the governor to the area whose specific purpose should be to advance Rotary.
- Encourages clubs to follow through on requests and recommendations of the governor.
- Actively promotes and attends the district conference and other district meetings.
- Participates in Rotary Foundation programs and evens and any other special assignments as necessary.
- Monitors each club’s performance with respect to service projects, membership and attendance.
- Develops future district leaders.
- Serves as a critical communication link between assigned clubs and all elements of district leadership.
- Serves as a friend and cheerleader for his/her assigned clubs.