MYTF Board elections 2025
Background of the Direction Board
The Direction is responsible for the overall functioning of the Task Force, coordinating all the committees and activities. The Direction consists of these positions:
- MYTF Coordinator
- MYTF Deputy Coordinator
- Communications Coordinator
- Partnerships Coordinator
- Events Coordinator
- Financial Coordinator
- Scientific Coordinator
Every member of the Direction should have good communication, organisational, leadership and teamwork skills. The Direction shall receive consultancy support and guidance from Silva Mediterranea experts when needed.
Duties and responsibilities of the Direction Board
- Lead the development of a strategic vision
- Hold the overall responsibility for the Task Force
- Ensure regular meetings and further communication within the Task Force
- Ensure fluent and vital communication with Silva Mediterranea under which the MYTF is formed
- Ensure that minutes are written down and shared from each meeting
- Keep the records of the financial flows
- Keep the main databases and documents in order
- Organise the General Assemblies where the elections take place annually
- Ensure that the Annual Reports are compiled in a timely manner
Main eligibility criteria
- Member of MYTF
- Active in the forestry sector
- Aged up to 35 years
- From or residing in a Mediterranean country
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How does the election work?
The process is participatory and transparent, allowing all MYTF members to review candidate profiles and vote using a form that will be shared. The voting follows the STAR system: voters score each candidate from 1 ("least suitable") to 5 ("most suitable") after reviewing their CVs and Motivation Letters. You can assign the same score to multiple candidates for the same role based on their suitability. Learn more about the STAR system here or watch this quick 3-minute video.
*Note that you can apply to two positions only, and you will be requested to submit a cover letter for each one, stating relevant experience, related skills, why you are the most suitable candidate for each position, and potential plans for the term if you were elected.
** All board coordinator roles are volunteer positions within the MYTF network and are not compensated.