Thinking about getting involved but not sure where to start?
You’ve come to the right place.
A number of volunteer roles are available, offering you the flexibility to fit your needs and availability. Some positions come with one hour or less of commitment per week, and some are remote roles that can primarily be carried out via web or phone.
Plug into IABC Saskatoon by taking on a small job, or serve as a portfolio manager (non-members welcome!), or as a director on the board member.
What to expect when you volunteer for the board:
- Monthly one hour meetings with a glass of wine or pop, chatting, and taking care of business too!
- Opportunity to apply for awards through IABC’s Chapter Management Awards program. This looks great on LinkedIn!
- Attend the annual Dare to Lead Conference in support of growing you as a communications leader and board member. (Road trip anyone?)
- Volunteer appreciation – yes, gift cards are on the line!
- Networking opportunities with some of Western Canada’s top communicators.
- For the CMP or SCMP members out there – you’ll earn up to 10 maintenance points for volunteering.
Vice President
Key Responsibilities Fills in for president in any capacity as necessary in president’s absence. Examples include chairing executive meetings and acting as emcee for IABC events; Serve as main liaison and junior voting delegate to the IAB...
MoreKey Responsibilities
- Fills in for president in any capacity as necessary in president’s absence. Examples include chairing executive meetings and acting as emcee for IABC events;
- Serve as main liaison and junior voting delegate to the IABC Canada Western Region board, and maintain contact with Canada West Region (CWR) and International through regular meetings/conference calls;
- Function as an authorized signing officer for all financial accounts and all MOUs and agreements as necessary.
- Together with the past president, provides counsel to the president on the direction and progress of the chapter;
- Works with the current and past presidents on initiatives to further the profile and success of the chapter;
- Keeps on top of the activities of other board members, helping to identify issues and provide help as needed;
- Automatic succession to position of president: prepares for the position by participating in IABC training and networking sessions such as Leadership Institute and Dare to Lead.
Key Deliverables
- To Represent IABC Saskatoon at all IABC CWR board meetings virtually and once yearly in person;
- Facilitate at least two check-in meetings with designated portfolios in conjunction with the President.
Skills Learned
- Management skills
- Delegation
- Budgeting and strategic planning
Download a pdf of the volunteer opportunity
Contact Melody at president.iabcyxe@gmail.com for more details.
Director of Finance
Key Responsibilities Keeps accurate financial records for the chapter; Shares cheque signing authority with president and vice president; Pays all invoices upon receipt, and reimburses board members for chapter expenses; Receives all mo...
MoreKey Responsibilities
- Keeps accurate financial records for the chapter;
- Shares cheque signing authority with president and vice president;
- Pays all invoices upon receipt, and reimburses board members for chapter expenses;
- Receives all monies – memberships, luncheons, events, billings, etc., – and prepares deposits;
- Custodian of cash box, deposit book, cheque book, and all financial papers and financial archival material;
- Submits monthly financial reports to the board;
- Prepares the annual budget;
- Prepares year end reports for the AGM;
- Files the year end financial information with IABC International and Saskatchewan Corporations Branch;
- Develops special investments for chapter’s excess monies;
- Submits all books and records for audit and final approval to the board at the end of his/her term of office;
- Trains successor.
Key Deliverables
- Ensuring finances are up to date and accurate through monthly reporting.
Skills Learned
- Budgeting
- General accounting
- Time management
Term: Two years, up to three terms.
Download a pdf of the opportunity
Contact Heidi at president.saskatoon@iabc.com and Melody at vp.saskatoon@iabc.com for more details.
Open Call for Volunteers
Thinking about getting involved with IABC Saskatoon, but not ready to commit to a board role? We have an open call for volunteers for one-time or semi-regular opportunities to contribute to the chapter. Contact Kieran Kobitz at kieran.kobitz@g...
MoreThinking about getting involved with IABC Saskatoon, but not ready to commit to a board role?
We have an open call for volunteers for one-time or semi-regular opportunities to contribute to the chapter.
Contact Kieran Kobitz at kieran.kobitz@gmail.com for more details.
