Pre-Approved Candidates

In the nominations process, there are instances where candidates are pre-approved for inclusion in the election. These candidates have either been automatically approved based on predefined criteria or have been manually reviewed and approved by an election administrator. Here's a detailed explanation of how pre-approval works and the steps involved:

Automatic Approval

1. Criteria-Based Approval: Candidates who submit a nomination form may be automatically approved for inclusion in your election if they meet certain predefined criteria. These criteria are set by the election administrators to ensure that only eligible candidates are included. Candidate settings documentation

2. Streamlined Process: Automatic approval saves time and effort by quickly filtering out candidates who meet the basic requirements, allowing the system to immediately include them in the election build.

You will see all approved candidates automatically appear in the election part of your account, in the election candidates section.

Manual Approval

1. Admin Review: In some cases, submitted nomination forms are reviewed by an election administrator. This review process ensures that candidates meet all necessary criteria and qualifications.

2. Approval Decision: After reviewing the nomination form, the administrator can manually approve candidates who fulfil the required criteria. This manual approval adds a layer of verification to ensure the quality and eligibility of candidates.

Workflow for Pre-Approved Candidates

1. Submission of Nomination Form: Candidates submit their nomination forms with all required information as defined by the election admin using the prospective candidate form builder.

Approval Process:

• Automatic Approval: The system checks if the candidate meets the predefined criteria. If they do, the candidate is automatically approved and included in the election.

• Manual Approval: If the nomination requires manual review, an election admin will evaluate the form. If the candidate meets the necessary criteria, the admin will manually approve them.

1. Notification: Once approved, candidates are notified of their successful inclusion in the election. This notification may include details about their candidacy and any further steps they need to take.

2. Inclusion in Election Build: Approved candidates are then included in the final election build, ready to stand for the positions they have nominated themselves for.

Benefits of Pre-Approval

• Efficiency: Automatic approval speeds up the process, reducing the workload on election administrators.

• Quality Control: Manual review ensures that all candidates meet the specific criteria and standards set by the election administrators.

• Clear Communication: Candidates are promptly informed of their approval status, allowing them to prepare for the election confidently.