Getting started
Automatically Building Your Election with Choice Voting ®
Our cutting-edge nominations platform at Choice Voting is designed to streamline and simplify the entire election preparation process. As nominations are submitted, our system works seamlessly to automatically populate and build your election framework. This means that all candidate information is organised and integrated into your election setup in real time, eliminating the need for manual data entry and ensuring accuracy.
With each new nomination, our platform dynamically updates your election details, making it easy to track progress and maintain an up-to-date roster of candidates. This automated approach not only saves valuable time but also reduces the risk of errors, allowing you to focus on other important aspects of the election process.
Experience the future of election management with Choice Voting, where our advanced technology handles the complexities, so you don't have to.
Introduction video to configuring nominations.
Getting Started
Setting up your first nomination process with Choice Voting is straightforward and easy. Follow the simple steps in these guide documents to get your nominations launched and start collecting candidate details.
Key Elements of Most Nominations
Positions: Identify the single or multiple positions that candidates will be nominated for.
Candidates: Gather nominations for individuals who wish to stand for these positions.
Nominators: The group of people who will be submitting nominations for candidates.
Step 1: Creating Positions
Log In: Access your Choice Voting account using your credentials.
Navigate to Positions: Go to the "Positions" section from the main menu.
Add New Position: Click on "Add New Position" to create the roles you need to fill.
Position Title: Enter the name of the position (e.g., President, Secretary).
Description: Provide a brief description of the responsibilities associated with the position.
Number of Openings: Specify how many individuals can be nominated for this position.
Save Position: After entering the details, click "Save" to create the position.
Step 2: Setting Up Nominations
Navigate to Nominations: Go to the "Nominations" section from the main menu.
Select Position: Choose the position for which you are collecting nominations.
Open Nominations: Click on "Open Nominations" to allow users to start submitting candidate details.
Nomination Period: Set the start and end dates for the nomination period.
Nomination Criteria: Define any specific criteria or qualifications required for candidates.
Notify Nominators: Inform eligible nominators about the nomination process and criteria.
Step 3: Gathering Nominations
Receive Nominations: Nominators will submit candidate details through the Choice Voting platform.
Review Submissions: Regularly check the nominations section to review and manage incoming nominations.
Verify Details: Ensure all required information is provided and meets the criteria.
Approve/Reject Nominations: Approve valid nominations and reject those that do not meet the criteria.
Close Nominations: Once the nomination period ends, close the nominations to prevent further submissions.
Step 4: Managing Nominations
Export Data: If needed, export the list of nominated candidates for further processing or record-keeping.
Communicate with Candidates: Notify approved candidates about their nomination status and provide any further instructions.
Prepare for Elections: Use the collected nominations to set up the election process.
