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Chapter RDS Report 2022final
Chapter RDS Report 2022final
Chapter Volunteer
Role Delineation
Study Results – Fourth Edition
Chapter Volunteer
2 Role Delineation Study Results
Welcome
Since the first PMI chapter was chartered in July
of 1974, chapter volunteers have been vital to the
growth and success of PMI. Now leading and
300+ operating over 300 chapters globally, PMI chapter
Chapters volunteers generate a significant portion of the
impact PMI has on the world. Additionally, PMI
103 chapter leaders are some of our greatest
Countries ambassadors — advancing the project management
profession, welcoming new community members and
3,500+ working collectively to empower people to make
Chapter Leaders ideas a reality.
Worldwide
The importance of PMI chapter volunteers cannot
be understated. Without the 3,500+ chapter
leaders, PMI would not be in a position to broaden
our reach, deepen our impact or nurture lasting
relationships across our global community.
Chapter Volunteer
Welcome 3 Role Delineation Study Results
Help and
Resources
Chapter Volunteer
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PMI values its chapter members and volunteers
and has a specially trained team to assist you with
managing your community and developing your
volunteers and members. The following page includes
a description of the PMI support available to you.
Chapter Volunteer
Help and Resources 5 Role Delineation Study Results
Introduction
Chapter Volunteer
6 Role Delineation Study Results
In 2012, PMI released the first edition of the Chapter Volunteer RDS. The study
defined key volunteer roles that support efficient operations of PMI chapters and
was based on the collective input of our global volunteer chapter leaders.
Subsequent editions have added additional information based on data collected via
the Component System (CS) and Volunteer Relationship Management System
(VRMS). All content, including descriptions, responsibilities and skills, result from
feedback from current chapter leaders. The results of the RDS are used to
develop training, content and resources in addition to providing a framework for
clear and consistent information to support the recruitment and onboarding of
volunteers.
Chapter Volunteer
Introduction 7 Role Delineation Study Results
2022 Chapter Volunteer Role Delineation Study
Finance/Treasurer* Programs
Sponsorship
*Required roles that all chapters must have per OUTREACH
PMI chapter bylaws
Academic and Rising Leaders
Business/Corporate
Military
Social Impact
VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT
Volunteer Engagement
PRESIDENT/CEO
DESCRIPTION: § Ensure fair practices in all chapter board decision
making process.
Elected volunteer responsible for oversight of the chapter
and the board. This volunteer directs, has an overview of, § Ensure that the charter renewal is completed on or
and coordinates the activities of the other board members before the deadline set by PMI and that the
in accordance with the chapter bylaws. chapter complies as specified by PMI.
For chapters with a structure that has a separate
§ Legally represent the organization (can be co-
President and CEO, the responsibilities listed here may be
dependent with another VP as determined by the
divided or co-owned by both volunteers. board or as mentioned in the Chapter bylaws).
1. Mission, policy, and strategic planning § Ensure that chapter business is conducted legally
and ethically.
§ Define the chapter’s strategic goals, chapter
values, vision, and mission with input and approval § Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance in
from the board. consultation with the VP/Director of Governance or
Chapter Secretary.
§ Direct the achievement of the agreed upon goals
by the chapter board. § Act as a general point of contact between the
chapter and PMI; other members of the board
§ Help the board evaluate value to the membership. would still reach out to PMI on their specific topics.
§ Keep the board fully informed of internal and
external factors influencing the chapter such as 3. Members, organizations, and partners
key updates to PMI’s strategy, changes to
government guidelines etc. § Prioritize membership value in all chapter activities.
§ Keep the board and PMI apprised of the progress § Ensure that services to members meet or exceed
of the chapter’s strategic plan, objectives and key the targets specified in the annual plan and
performance indicators. objectives as agreed by the chapter board.
§ Foster establishment of strategic alliances with § Engage and maintain relationships with all related
other entities/chapters in support of achievement parties and partners of the chapter, guiding the
of chapter goals and objectives. chapter along the journey towards its vision.
§ Ensure chapter functions in alignment to PMI § Ensure a continual membership “pulse check” to
policies and guidelines. understand member satisfaction, challenges, and
remediation in collaboration with VP or Director of
§ Ensure chapter bylaws and policies are regularly Membership.
reviewed and updated.
§ Represent the chapter at events or delegate it to
the relevant proxy.
2. Management and administration
§ Preside over the annual general meeting or
§ Assume responsibility for the overall functioning of equivalent.
the chapter.
5. Financing
*Required role that all chapters must have per PMI chapter bylaws
PRESIDENT ELECT/
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
DESCRIPTION: BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
Successor to the president; elected volunteer who will § Budget management
assist the president with his or her duties of managing the
§ Annual planning management
chapter and assume the full role of the chapter president
if the president is unable to perform duties for any reason. § Financial planning
5. Support conflict resolution where needed. § Ability to remain neutral when necessary
ADMINISTRATION/SECRETARY
DESCRIPTION: 11. Provide support for membership communication.
Elected volunteer responsible for preparing, maintaining, 12. Oversee coordination of printed materials (logo
recording and circulating all records, correspondence, items, business cards, etc.).
meeting minutes (both board meetings and membership
13. Collate an annual plan deliverable from each
meetings), and related affairs of the chapter.
chapter leader and develop an annual plan matrix
as defined by the Catalog of Core Services, track
RESPONSIBILITIES: progress of the agreed deliverables and report
status updates to the board and PMI.
1. Assure safekeeping of all governing documents
(member-ratified bylaws, articles of incorporation/ 14. Ensure chapter policies and public documents are
registration, charter agreement, board policies, written using inclusive language (or work with
committee charters, list of chapter’s fixed assets, respective board members to ensure the language
contractual agreements, and all other non- used is inclusive).
financial records for the chapter). 15. Ensure all chapter documents are saved in a
2. Coordinate and schedule monthly board meetings. shared location as determined by the board.
3. Coordinate and distribute meeting agendas. 16. Develop and implement succession and transition
plan for the role.
4. Keep the records, including action items, of all
business meetings of the chapter and meetings of 17. Responsible for overseeing the chapter repository
the board. and associated board files (getting the licensing of
electronic tools, managing access and keeping
5. Maintain all meeting minutes, with documentation track of document inventory).
in accordance with parliamentary procedures as
determined by the board.
BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
6. Coordinate the Annual Meeting notification to all
members. Notice of all annual meetings shall be § Ability to record minutes
sent at least 30 – 45 days in advance of the § Knowledge of chapter bylaws and pmi policies
meeting as outlined in the chapter’s bylaws. Action § Knowledge of parliamentary meeting procedures
at such meetings shall be limited to those agenda
§ Knowledge of pmi bylaws and policies
items contained in the notice of the meeting.
§ Knowledge of records retention requirements
7. Coordinate with the board to develop the annual § Meeting coordination
report.
*Required role that all chapters must have per PMI chapter bylaws
GOVERNANCE
DESCRIPTION: 9. Coordinate monthly status reporting (improve the
current report format, create an executive
Elected or appointed volunteer with a focus on high
dashboard, and provide consolidated updates to
quality and attention to detail who is responsible for the
the board monthly) and ensure the chapter’s
maintenance and execution of chapter policies and bylaws
shared document repository for the functional
ensuring all required chapter governance and compliance
area is up to date.
activities are performed effectively and efficiently.
10. Assist Administration/Secretary with the
preparation of board meeting documentation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
11. Assist the board in creating suitable diversity,
1. Ensure the policies are consistent and compliant equity, and inclusion (DE&I) policy or best practices
with all applicable governmental jurisdiction and to aid PMI’s commitment to DE&I.
regulations (e.g., IRS, government compliance, PMI
policies, Sarbanes Oxley — local laws and 12. Develop and implement succession and transition
regulations). plan for the role.
FINANCE/TREASURER
DESCRIPTION: 8. Assist with and contribute to the budget planning
and goal setting, investing, and forecasting for the
Elected volunteer responsible for managing financial
upcoming years, both short term (1 year) and long
operations, maintaining and presenting all financial records
term (next 2 to 3 years).
required for chapter operations in accordance with
chapter bylaws, local legislation* requirements and the PMI 9. Track accounting and spending monthly, annually
Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. and by chapter event for accurate record-
keeping.
5. Maintain the annual budget: assist each chapter 15. Recommend improvements in the financial
functional area in creating their respective processes to the board.
budgets aligned with the annual pan based upon 16. Keep an up-to-date inventory of all of the financial
their desired services/programs for the coming and physical assets of the chapter.
year, tracking and monitoring of expenditures,
reporting spending and available funding for each 17. Serve as liaison with PMI on financial matters.
functional area and assisting in procurement
18. Complete a cost-benefit analysis of all activities
services and pricing.
proposed by the board of directors.
6. Open and close accounts as deemed necessary
19. Review any chapter contract, agreement and
for the management of chapter funds with
insurance.
approval from the chapter board of directors.
20. Review and reconcile bank accounts monthly.
7. Assist with the annual planning by providing
relevant budget and financial information. 21. Develop and implement succession and transition
plan for the role.
§ Analytical thinking
*Required role that all chapters must have per PMI chapter bylaws
MEMBERSHIP
DESCRIPTION: 4. Market Research
While the focus on membership is that of the entire board, § Review and analyze member satisfaction survey
this elected or appointed volunteer is responsible for data and enhance membership benefits.
addressing the needs of chapter membership, including § Analyze and integrate survey feedback for
membership recruitment, retention, and associated value inclusion in the annual planning.
delivery in accordance with chapter policies and bylaws.
§ Develop and administer current and prospect/
lapsed (non renewal) member surveys (satisfaction
RESPONSIBILITIES: and other).
1. Develop and Implement a Chapter Membership Plan § Conduct research on surrounding industries,
non-profits, educational institutions, and
§ Ensure continued growth through inclusive employers for potential membership increase
recruiting, retention, and member engagement, growth opportunities
including the establishment of measurable goals
and the monitoring of success metrics for
5. Marketing and Member Engagement:
appropriate action using membership data and
membership feedback. § Promote the value of PMI and chapter
§ Develop and implement a plan to recognize membership.
member milestones (such as anniversaries or § Develop and implement membership welcome and
awards). support plan including the promotion of PMI and
§ Develop, maintain, and implement a membership chapter membership value (to include welcome
retention program. letter, renewal letter, orientation, and more).
§ Communicate member value through various
2. Customer Service delivery methods in alignment with the Membership
Benefits Package. Utilize membership marketing
§ Answer general member/nonmember information materials available through the PMI Marketing
inquiries and other requests for assistance with Portal.
membership and its benefits.
§ Invite and add new chapter members to chapter
§ Support and attend annual general meeting and all communication channels (WhatsApp, LinkedIn,
chapter meetings as appropriate. Facebook, etc.).
§ Communicate Membership Renewal Date § Consider multilingual options for non native or
Approaching, Missed Renewals, and Welcome multicultural locations.
emails to new chapter members and thank you
§ Develop and implement succession and transition
emails for renewal.
plans for the role.
3. Data
BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
§ Serve as primary user of ThoughtSpot for analysis
§ Data analysis and reporting
and reporting of membership data.
§ Marketing
§ Maintain the membership records of the chapter § Proficiency in using survey tools/market research/
§ Provide communication list/member updates to demographic research
officers in accordance with board-approved goals § Proficiency in using PMI ThoughtSpot
and privacy laws.
§ Coordinate the production and distribution of POWER SKILLS:
timely membership reports, such as monthly § Persuasion/motivation
membership reports by demographics (city, state, § Public speaking/presentation
age, industry, certification holders, etc.).
*Recommended role for effective chapter operations and providing member value
COMMUNICATIONS
DESCRIPTION: 3. Collaboration
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for strategic § Collaborate with chapter volunteers responsible
management and coordination of communication channels for Marketing, Web/Technology, and Finance to
in accordance with chapter policies and bylaws. May ensure alignment and consistency for chapter
coordinate/collaborate with other volunteers responsible members.
for executing communications plans.
§ Manage the chapter’s approved communications
budget, in cooperation with finance officer.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
§ Consult and collaborate with all members of the
1. Strategy and Planning board to coordinate the communication needs of
the chapter.
§ Define and regularly update chapter
communication and social media strategy, crisis
communications plan, policies, goals, and BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
objectives.
§ Experience in developing communications strategy
§ Maintain a communications and social media and supporting communication plans
schedule that details all chapter communications
§ Knowledge of PMI global and chapter brand
across all channels including chapter membership
guidelines
and other external audiences; supervise and
support all communication channel activities of the § Strong knowledge of common communication
chapter. vehicles (i.e., Newsletters, annual plans, email
communications, etc.)
§ Balance the need for timely communication with
the goal to keep communication concise, timely
and appropriate. POWER SKILLS:
§ Develop and implement succession and transition § Excellent writing
plan for the role.
§ Public speaking/presentation
§ Team building
§ Execute communications and social media plans/
calendars, communicating in a timely manner with § Knowledge of social media platforms
chapter members and the greater community.
*Recommended role for effective chapter operations and providing member value
MARKETING
DESCRIPTION: § Coordinate and organize presentations to chapter
members, for use at chapter events and other
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for chapter-
opportunities.
based marketing activities to increase awareness of
both the chapter and the PMI brand within the territory. § Maintain relationships with existing sponsors for
The volunteer will develop and execute an integrated continued revenue generation to fund the
marketing program to support member acquisition, chapter’s activities and events.
member retention, event promotion, outreach activities,
§ Support the events teams with brand and PMI
sponsorships, and other related activities in alignment with
messaging to ensure consistency across the
the chapter’s strategic objectives and PMI’s messaging.
chapters’ representation.
These activities shall be performed in accordance with
chapter bylaws and PMI policies, brand guidelines and § Plan and purchase print and digital advertising and
global marketing strategy. coordinate with communications and social media.
3. Collaboration
RESPONSIBILITIES:
§ Create and execute annual marketing plan with
1. Strategy and Planning
detailed activity calendar including but not limited
§ Develop and implement an integrated marketing to messaging, email, advertising (and sponsorship),
program aligned with the chapter’s strategic events, web updates, newsletters, social media
objectives. content, goals and KPIs.
§ Monitor, optimize and analyze all marketing § Collaborate with local businesses and academic
activities according to defined KPIs. institutions, where appropriate, to publicize the
chapter and PMI.
§ Develop and implement succession and transition
plan for the role. § Use best practices in marketing to promote the
chapter and its activities to members and the
community at large.
2. Execution
SOCIAL MEDIA
DESCRIPTION: § Oversee all chapter social media accounts
ensuring regular posting of relevant and
Appointed volunteer responsible for strategizing,
interesting content.
implementing, optimizing, moderating and maintaining
social media channels for the chapter in line with the § Ensure compliance with PMI’s Social Media
chapter’s social media policy and PMI Social Media Guidelines and brand standards for chapters.
Guidelines and brand standards for chapters. Responsible § Utilize toolkits provided by PMI’s social media team
for the overarching strategy and goals associated with in the Marketing Portal to amplify awareness of
the chapter’s social media channels, which may include products and services available to members.
identifying and testing new social platforms, evaluating
§ Manage efforts in building online reviews and
current social channels, raising awareness of the chapter,
reputation. Monitor online reviews and respond to
knowledge sharing, highlighting chapter members,
each review.
showcasing events, etc. Focus on fostering a two-way
communication platform between the chapter and § Analyze key performance of social media channels
members while creating an engaged online community. to identify what is working well and areas for
improvement.
§ Stay abreast of social media trends and § Advise on the best way to integrate social media in
technology, advising the chapter if and how to the chapter’s website, marketing campaigns and
leverage them. content publishing.
§ Work closely with e-marketing colleagues to
§ Periodically review social media assets provided create a cohesive plan for creating awareness of
through PMI’s Marketing Portal. chapter activities.
§ Develop and implement succession and transition
plan for the role.
BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
§ Basic understanding of current trends in social
2. Execution
media technology and applications
§ Create and manage social media campaigns § Basic understanding or desire to learn/utilize social
tailored to the specific needs of the chapter. media management tools (for example: Hootsuite,
Sprinklr, Sprout, etc.)
§ Curate content, finding and sharing information of
interest to the chapter’s audience while respecting § Basic understanding of social media terms and
copyright laws. metrics
§ General understanding of social media apps such
§ Create content as necessary, including posts,
as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
tweets, pins, images, infographics, videos,
graphics. § Online Community moderation ability
§ Flexibility to learn newer platforms/solutions
§ Maintain consistent interaction with followers by
responding to social media comments in a
professional and timely manner. POWER SKILLS:
§ Excellent writing
§ Technical tools
PUBLICATIONS
DESCRIPTION: § Assist with the development, writing, and editing of
online content.
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for chapter
publications to deliver news and increase awareness of § Assist with the development, writing and editing of
chapter activities in the local community, as well as the marketing/promotional content.
global project management community. The volunteer
§ Implement special projects as assigned.
will produce and distribute all chapter publications to
members, potential members, and external sources with § Perform general proofreading and editing as
the objective of enhancing the member experience and needed.
expanding awareness of both the chapter and PMI.
3. Collaboration:
RESPONSIBILITIES: § Solicit publication content from chapter members.
1. Strategy and Planning: § Liaise with portfolio directors to gather the event
updates and photographs.
§ Manage the chapter’s Publication and
Communication Plan which includes the chapter’s § Solicit articles and other input from chapter
publications, newsletters and press members for publishing.
announcements.
§ Liaise with chapter team members to ensure that
§ Create a regular cadence for chapter updates in relevant news is posted on the chapter’s website.
relevant outlets.
§ Develop and implement succession and transition § Working knowledge of MS Office; photo and video
plan for the role. editing software is an asset
§ Organizational
2. Execution:
§ Planning and execution
§ Create regular chapter updates of chapter
§ Print press knowledge/understanding
events, programs or any news announcement
update as and when requested. § Written/multilingual expertise
§ Submit publication material to PMI events calendar § Ability to work in a team environment
and local community publications, as appropriate,
to promote chapter activities.
IT/TECHNOLOGY
DESCRIPTION: § Communicate service level agreements (SLAs) for
issue/request intake process.
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for all
aspects of chapter technology including the acquisition § Manage, recruit and onboard internal and external
of technology, support/maintenance of technology, data technology volunteers and ensure providing timely
analytics, technology governance and long-range and responses to support requests.
annual planning of technology in accordance with any
§ Regarding data reporting operations and
current or future PMI procedures and guidelines. The
analytics, partner with membership and
volunteer will be responsible for working with chapter
governance teams where appropriate. Per PMI
leaders and vendors to ensure alignment with the business
current and future membership and data
needs of the chapter as well as ensure compliance with
protection policies, provide general data support
chapter and PMI Information Security Policies. In addition,
including, but not limited to, gathering, and
the volunteer will drive the technological vision and
providing data.
strategy, to successfully deliver and implement technology
solutions to meet the chapter’s needs. § Per PMI current and future membership and data
protection policies, create awareness of available
data and the value proposition of reporting.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
§ Provide various analytic reports to chapter
1. Acquisition of Technology leaders including:
WEBMASTER
DESCRIPTION: BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
Appointed volunteer that serves as the primary contact § Organizational change management
for all aspects of the chapter’s website, handling a
§ Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-
range of responsibilities that includes web design and
solving skills.
development, routine site and content maintenance, and
various updates to ensure website aligns with the strategic § Technical application
communication and marketing goals and objectives of the
§ Website software
chapter.
§ Web design and layout
RESPONSIBILITIES: § Analytics
CERTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION: 14. Support chapter members who are credential
holders on issues regarding professional
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for promoting development units (PDUs) reporting.
PMI’s project management certifications amongst chapter
15. Recommend and encourage participation of
members and the project management community in
chapter members who are credential holders in
the chapter’s territory, as well as leading the chapter
internal/external activities that count as PDUs for
initiatives focused on organizing and leading the chapter’s
certification in order to remain in good standing.
certification programs (e.g., study groups) for PMI
certifications. Additionally, responsible for supporting 16. Work with communications team to provide
reminders for credential holders about
the planning, research and operational execution of the
certification expiration, suspension and missing
various preparation courses and examinations leading to
PDUs.
PMI certifications and establishing and maintaining the
relationship between the chapter and authorized training 17. Prepare documents, communication worksheets
partners (ATPs) and other exam prep partners. and agendas for review and presentation when
needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 18. Prepare for meetings related to certification when
needed.
1. Manage the relationship between the chapter and
external partners (i.e., ATPs) in providing 19. Respond to email inquiries regarding certification
certification exam prep courses. which include (but are not limited to):
a. Updates on PMI certification programs
2. Organize and ensure successful execution of the
material, processes, exams, etc.
exam prep courses that can be provided by
b. Training and certification portfolio.
non-ATPs.
3. Work with the relevant teams to publish 20. Maintain a library of standard responses to
certification courses and any further details on frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding exam
the chapter website in a timely manner. prep courses and certifications.
4. Work with communications team to create the 21. Encourage members to look up PMI certifications-
communication schedule to promote PMI related information on PMI.org website.
certification courses and certification updates in 22. Follow up on outstanding issues related to PMI
the chapter communications. certifications.
5. Facilitate requests from members and 23. Develop and implement succession and transition
organizations for additional information, chapter plan for the role.
involvement and participation in PMI initiatives
related to certification.
BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
6. Participate in other education events and
§ Broad knowledge of PMI certification framework
programs.
and CCR program
7. Engage chapter volunteers in certification-related
§ Program development
events and programs.
§ Planning and execution
8. Attend team/board meetings whenever needed
9. Attend chapter meetings and events.
POWER SKILLS:
10. Support the development and implement specific
§ Ability to manage and execute change
tactics of the chapter’s strategic plan.
§ Innovative
11. Prepare registration and training materials for
prep courses not provided by an ATP. § Collaborative leadership
§ Detail driven
12. Encourage chapter members to direct questions
related to the application completion process of § Customer focused
PMI to Customer Care. § Ability to work with people from different
13. Support the chapter marketing team in creating backgrounds and cultures
certification-related marketing materials.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/
EDUCATION
DESCRIPTION: 8. Promotes the project management profession
through the planning and coordination of special
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for creating
events, as identified by the chapter board,
and managing professional development and education
designed to enhance and expand the skills and
programs in accordance with chapter policies and
knowledge of project managers.
bylaws. Responsible for the development of chapter
education activities which include but are not limited to the 9. Invites key influencers from various industries to
preparation and maintenance of PMI’s certifications, as participate in chapter events.
well as the development and sustainability of relationships
10. Assists and performs recruiting and selection of
with local colleges, universities and other external partners
personnel to carry out educational group activities
such as Authorized Training Partners (ATPs).
at the chapter.
EVENTS
DESCRIPTION: 12. Assess event venue requirements, and arrange
venues for events, including meals, room layout,
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for the overall and other logistics as relevant.
planning, promotion, and logistics of various chapter
seminars, roadshows, workshops, conventions, expos, 13. Partner with Marketing and Communication for
conferences and other possible in-person, virtual or hybrid event promotion purposes, aiming to drive
events that aim ultimately to foster chapter membership expansion of attendance numbers at events.
growth and retention, nurture the volunteer experience 14. Oversee team of volunteers working on event day
through engagement and deliver value to the project to set up and facilitate events.
management community. This may also include, but is not
limited to, supporting event marketing strategy, venue 15. Identifies, nurtures, leads and works with volunteer
searches, recruiting and leading talented speakers and team to manage logistics during events.
volunteers, managing expenses, developing sustainable 16. Establish and maintain vendor relationships with
partnerships with companies and organizations, and existing and potential facilities.
solving budget issues.
17. Maintain venues and speakers’ database for
reference by any portfolio.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
18. Assist with post event admin tasks (i.e., follow-up
1. Work with the chapter’s board and Chapter email to attendees, attendee satisfaction survey,
Partner to develop an overall strategy, objectives, project closeout activities).
schedule and roadmap for chapter events.
19. Advocate for the chapter and the project
2. Support identifying, contacting, and securing management culture during chapter events.
speakers for chapter events.
20. Report progress to the chapter’s board of
3. Supervise theme definition and content creation directors on a regular basis.
for each event.
21. Incorporate feedback, suggestions, and
4. Interact with other teams in the chapter seeking recommendations as necessary to enhance
to provide ideas and support on the creation and effectiveness and value delivery to the audience
development of requested events. and the chapter.
5. Serve as a link between the event organization 22. Report progress to the chapter board on a
team and external bodies. regular basis (to be defined based on event
6. Provide recruitment and training/coaching for the complexity).
organizing committee for the purpose of the 23. Develop and implement succession and transition
event. plan for the role.
7. Promote volunteer opportunities at chapter
events. BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
8. Develop general event management policies. § Event organization
9. Supervise the events production processes, § Program development
guaranteeing events happen as planned. § Planning and execution
MENTORING
DESCRIPTION: 11. Collect statement of understanding from each
mentor/mentee pair.
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for leading,
planning, conducting, and overseeing the chapter’s 12. Touch base with mentors/mentees on a regular
mentoring program. Creates and delivers the mentoring basis, as appropriate, for status updates.
program annual schedule, coordinates budget and
13. Communicate expectations/responsibilities to
resources (including recruitment of mentors, call for
mentors/mentees.
mentees, topic selection, administrators, venues, mentor-
mentee matching, follow-up, scheduling, feedback, and 14. Collect and maintain documentation (i.e., resumes,
continuous program improvement to ensure the smooth applications, contact information) from mentors/
running of the mentoring program. mentees.
1. Create a new mentoring program, if needed, and/ 16. Validate content updates for each program.
or coordinate the existing one, managing the
17. Seek and engage new mentors/mentees.
activities of mentor/mentee pairs from beginning
to end to nurture a successful experience. 18. Maintain a database of mentors for the program.
2. Develop and maintain process & procedures 19. Mentor several mentees of your own (usually 1 – 2).
documentation relating to the mentorship
20. Gather and act on feedback regarding the
program.
mentorship program.
3. Work with the marketing team to promote
21. Provide status reports and other communication
mentoring programs at PMI chapter meetings,
periodically. Maintain budget for specific area of
events and the chapter media channels as
responsibility.
appropriate.
22. Partner with relevant chapter stakeholders to
4. Work with the webmaster to put content on the
support and improve the program and its
chapter website (application forms and content).
processes.
5. Create and coordinate annual kickoff meeting with
23. Develop and implement succession and transition
the professional development director in alignment
plan for the role.
with the approved chapter budget (i.e., cost,
location, invitations).
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CHAMPION
DESCRIPTION: BUSINESS ACUMEN SKILLS:
In accordance with chapter policies and bylaws, the § Product knowledge/awareness
appointed volunteer serves as a subject matter expert
§ Career guidance
(SME) to help chapter members/nonmembers understand
PMI product offerings that aid in career development.
POWER SKILLS:
RESPONSIBILITIES: § Interpersonal
PROGRAMS
DESCRIPTION: 10. Identify opportunities to invite local guest
speakers and chapter members to speak on topics
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for the of interest to the membership.
development and delivery of high-quality chapter
meetings to provide members with excellent networking 11. Maintain chapter calendar of professional
opportunities and learning experiences from subject- development offerings.
matter experts and professional peers. Works closely with 12. In collaboration with Events, prepare program
the president/CEO, marketing, finance and professional content, including presentation decks, learning
development/events to provide vision and oversight to materials, training outlines, and speaker
smoothly execute all program initiatives, providing quality biographies.
and relevant educational programming to members.
13. Ensure any required speaker forms are filled out
and signed by speakers prior to the speaking
RESPONSIBILITIES: engagement.
1. Actively seek out educational speakers and 14. In collaboration with Events, manage or support
coordinates/collaborates with others to bring the the sourcing and approval of agreements related
best chapter meeting programming and speakers to venue and catering for professional
to the chapter membership. development and chapter offerings.
2. Design chapter meeting agendas to provide 15. Recruit additional volunteers to support program
networking opportunities. committees as needed.
3. Prepare status reports on activities and 16. In collaboration with Events and Technology,
participate in board meetings. manage overall programming coordination:
registration, PDU submittals, and any virtual set
4. Provide oversight and reconciliation assistance for up.
all monthly meetings and submit final revenue for
paid events and expenses to Finance with status 17. In collaboration with Events, collect, and collate
reports as well as quality survey results. feedback from chapter events to inform and
improve the development of future chapter
5. Monitor and ensure all revenue and expenditures events.
are in line with budgetary expectations and report
any discrepancies or variations that would 18. Manage payments and financial items related to
adversely affect the events and/or have a negative speaker and venue fees.
impact to the chapter. 19. Work closely with marketing to promote chapter
6. Seek to promote and mentor chapter members programs and encourage participation.
that desire to volunteer to develop/strengthen 20. Provide input regarding chapter professional
their project management skills while still providing development offerings for chapter newsletter as
the best program to the members at large. well as annual report.
7. Participate in the chapter budgeting process 21. Provide program budget information and monitor
which includes working with the board to plan and throughout the year to confirm adherence.
forecast information associated with quality
22. Responsible for needs assessment, development,
programs and events, develops budget
implementation and evaluation of programs that
assumptions, and prepares the annual programs
contribute to the chapter long-term strategy and
budget.
sustainability.
8. Provide supervision to ensure development/
23. Support president in planning and conducting
improvements to procedure and process
annual membership meeting, if applicable.
documentation for individual programs, events and
overall program portfolio activities. 24. Work closely with professional development and
president to select program topics and speakers,
9. In collaboration with Events, identify and vet
budgetary alignment, etc.
potential speakers, and schedule successful
speakers for monthly membership meetings. 25. Develop and implement succession and transition
plan for the role.
§ Collaborative leadership
§ Detail driven
§ Customer focused
SPONSORSHIP
DESCRIPTION: 12. Ensure final sponsorships related to benefit
generation to chapter members are duly
Elected or appointed volunteer who develops and executes
communicated in social media, mailing, newsletters,
an integrated sponsorship program to support chapter
chapter website, etc.
events, outreach activities, and other related activities in
alignment with the chapter’s strategic objectives. These 13. Develop and implement succession and transition
activities shall be performed in accordance with chapter plan for the role.
bylaws, PMI policies, and chapter annual plan.
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for academic § Maintain a record of local academic contacts.
outreach targeting students aged 19-35, faculty, and the
§ Manage and maintain academic outreach budget.
academic project management communities and related
areas of study. Responsible for developing a strategy § Evaluate and monitor academic outreach
and implementing programs that form sustainable partnerships, and adapt actions according to
partnerships and yield mutual benefits for tertiary/ changing needs of faculty, researchers and
higher educational institutions that align with PMI’s impact students.
strategy.
§ Act as primary lead for developing academic
This role primarily focuses on outreach to rising leaders,
outreach activities which may include oversight of
defined as students and early career professionals aged
academic outreach committee volunteers.
19-35.
§ Identify and develop programs to involve, develop,
engage, and manage academic stakeholders with
RESPONSIBILITIES: support from academic outreach volunteers.
1. Awareness § Monitor activities of academic outreach volunteers
assigned to manage the program.
§ Provide information, guidance and
recommendations to members as necessary to § Attend regularly scheduled outreach team
enhance effectiveness and value delivered to the meetings/conference calls and selected meetings.
audience and chapter regarding the contents of
§ Create academic outreach articles for chapter
programs aimed at faculty, researchers and
newsletter that provide communications on
students.
outreach activities.
§ Identify potential partnerships with academic
§ Assure synergy between outreach projects/
institutions and pursue relationship building with
activities.
faculty members in project management
disciplines and related areas. § Utilize PMI academic outreach resources to
support designated outreach activities (found on
§ Promote awareness of the chapter, PMI, the
the Marketing Portal and via the chapter partner).
Global Accreditation Center (GAC), the project
management profession, the benefits of chapter § Work with the chapter board and chapter partner
support, group student membership and PMI to develop an overall strategy and objectives for
products/programs/initiatives relevant to an academic outreach that support the chapter and
academic audience. PMI Global.
BUSINESS/CORPORATE OUTREACH
DESCRIPTION: 16. Once the corporate partners have been identified,
create and execute the agreed upon initiatives.
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for developing
relationships within the local business community to 17. Establish and maintain relationships with
promote adoption of project management practices, the appropriate groups/individuals within potential
project management profession, and the chapter. partnership corporations.
18. Provide leadership for corporate outreach events
and lead the corporate outreach team in these
RESPONSIBILITIES:
areas.
1. Identify and build relationships with businesses in
19. Provide timely, open communications and updates
the chapter’s local area to engage with and
on activities to leadership.
maintain a record of contacts.
20. Contribute to a knowledge base for presentations,
2. Use ThoughtSpot membership data and other
templates, images, etc., that can be referenced
sources to identify potential business contacts.
and repurposed for all Outreach programs.
3. Learn what the chapter is or is not providing to
21. Work with chapter leadership to promote
identified organizations.
outreach activities.
4. Create the value proposition for why a business
22. Explore opportunities for corporate outreach
would engage with the chapter.
partners to make presentations at the chapter
5. Establish internal processes to sustain business breakfast roundtable, career development
relationships. network meetings, or to host outreach events and
6. Investigate usage of CRM or other tools to collaborate on projects that benefit the
capture business contact information. community.
7. Work with other functional areas such as 23. Once a new relationship is established at an
professional development to provide value to the organization, introduce PMI’s business
business outreach members. development lead (bdl) when necessary.
8. Develop an overall strategy that supports the 24. Develop and implement succession and transition
overall strategies of the chapter and PMI. plan for the role.
7. Work with other volunteers to promote awareness § Familiarity with survey tools and construction to
and assess the program’s strengths and ensure useful data and collection
weaknesses.
8. Communicate military liaison efforts and POWER SKILLS:
measurements through PMI global resources. § Organization
9. Support PMI and other military liaisons to assist in § Marketing
knowledge sharing and lessons learned. § Computer, internet, and email access essential
10. Establish relationships with local community, § Ability to work with others to achieve consensus
military installation, veteran service organizations, § Networking
and/or universities in support of hiring/training
§ Public speaking/presentation
military in transition.
§ Knowledge of existing military installations and
community in the area
VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT
DESCRIPTION: 5. Other
Elected or appointed volunteer responsible for managing § Oversee, administer, and build awareness of the
the volunteer engagement experience of chapter chapter’s (and PMI’s) volunteer policies, procedures,
volunteers: including recruitment, retention, recognition and guidelines.
and leadership development training in accordance with
§ Oversee and manage the chapter’s volunteer
chapter policies and bylaws.
programs and services.
3. Recognition
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For ongoing operations, chapters should use the many
online resources available from PMInsight.
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Access Role Templates Catalog of Core Services and Annual
1. Go to https://vrms.PMI.org. Plan Worksheet
2. Log in using your PMI.org username and password. The Catalog of Core Services’ purpose is to support the
3. Click on Supervisor or Coordinator view. strategic alignment and business planning of chapters
4. Click on the Templates tab. by aligning services to PMI’s Strategic Plan and setting
5. Select the template you wish to use. an expectation for chapters to provide a minimum level
of membership value. The Catalog of Core Services is a
6. Copy, edit and post the opportunity on behalf of
part of an overall continuous process that takes the
your chapter.
chapter through their Annual Planning process, making
sure that the chapter members needs are being met,
For questions about using VRMS or to request
while ensuring the PMI Strategic focus is also being met.
Supervisor or Coordinator access on behalf of your
The Annual Plan Worksheet can be accessed on the
chapter, contact volunteer@pmi.org.
Chapter Collaboration Platform (CCP).
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