What does a Chapter leader do?
As a Chapter leader, you're at the heart of driving MEDLIFE’s mission on campus. You’ll guide your chapter’s activities, from planning Service Learning Trips (SLTs) to fundraising efforts and recruitment. Your role includes organizing events, supporting team members, and ensuring alignment with MEDLIFE’s values of equity, education, and development. It's a chance to lead, empower others, and make a real-world impact.
Being a Chapter leader means embracing a leadership role that is both dynamic and impactful. Whether you're part of a high school or university chapter, your contributions directly support MEDLIFE’s global efforts to provide access to healthcare, education, and safe homes in underserved communities. Your leadership will not only shape the chapter but also influence the larger MEDLIFE movement.
This role offers both challenges and rewards, pushing you to develop skills in teamwork, communication, and organization. By fostering a collaborative, proactive environment, you’ll empower your chapter to create meaningful change, locally and internationally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading with Vision and Values
As a Chapter leader, you’ll guide your chapter’s alignment with MEDLIFE’s core values—compassion, integrity, and equity. You'll set the tone for your team's actions and ensure everyone feels included and valued. - Overseeing Key Initiatives
- Service Learning Trips (SLTs): Help plan and lead SLTs, ensuring all participants are prepared and the trips meet MEDLIFE’s standards of service and learning.
- Fundraising & Events: Lead efforts like the Moving Mountains campaign and local fundraising activities to support MEDLIFE’s mission.
- Recruitment & Growth: Drive recruitment strategies to expand your chapter's membership, helping to increase awareness and engagement in MEDLIFE’s work.
- Managing the Executive Board
Coordinate with other members of the Executive Board (E-Board) to ensure all roles are fulfilled, from event planning to social media outreach. You'll help delegate tasks and provide mentorship to ensure the chapter runs smoothly. - Building a Strong Team Culture
Create a supportive, collaborative chapter culture through regular meetings, team-building activities, and member engagement. Your leadership will foster a sense of community and commitment among members. - Serving as a Liaison
You’ll act as the main point of contact between your chapter and MEDLIFE’s headquarters. This means collaborating closely with MEDLIFE’s Chapter Coaches, staying informed on updates, and ensuring your chapter’s activities align with the broader goals of the organization.
How to Succeed in This Role:
- Time Commitment
Expect to dedicate at least 5–7 hours per week to your responsibilities. Balance is key to maintaining your well-being and academic success while leading effectively. - Proactive Leadership
Take initiative, ask questions, and delegate tasks as needed. Your proactive attitude will inspire others and ensure the success of your chapter’s activities. - Teamwork and Delegation
Embrace teamwork and delegate tasks to other E-Board members or subcommittees. Leadership isn’t about doing everything yourself—it’s about empowering others to share the load. - Engage and Inspire
Keep your chapter engaged through regular meetings, socials, and volunteer opportunities. Use your position to inspire others to become active participants in the MEDLIFE mission.
Key Details:
- Time commitment: 5–7 hours per week
- Benefits: Leadership experience, scholarships, professional references
- Key activities: SLTs, fundraising, recruitment, team-building
- Support: Ongoing mentorship from MEDLIFE headquarters