Authority Delegation Letter Template

When assigning someone to a position of authority, download and edit our Free Authority Delegation Letter to notify your candidate through correspondence. Not only can you find customizable prewritten paragraphs in our sample, but it also shows you how to input various mailing details (such as the recipient’s address and the letter’s date). Download today for Microsoft Word to complement your note composition.

Authority Delegation Letter Template

[Sender Complete Address]

[Date]

[Name of Recipient]
[Designation]
[Department]
[Complete Address]

Dear Mr. /Ms. /Mrs. [Last Name],

I, [Name], [Position] of the [Department], am writing to inform you that you have been delegated the authority to [Responsibilities] effective [Date]. Due to my unavailability from [Start Date] until [End Date] for business reasons, you are hereby tasked to perform the responsibilities described in my position, temporarily, until my return.

Attached to this letter are the terms and conditions of this delegation and a list of duties and responsibilities covered by your temporary position. Furthermore, the authority delegated in this document shall not be sub-delegated without prior approval.

In case you need any assistance, you may approach [Name of Person] from my team. He will be glad to offer you any support that you need.

Sincerely,

[Name and Signature]
[Designation]
[Name of Company]
[Contact Details]