APM Regional Network Deputy Lead

Role

APM Ireland Network Deputy Lead

Purpose

Support the Regional Network Lead in driving the volunteering activities and the growth of the newly launched Ireland Network, in close collaboration with the APM staff and the volunteers involved with their Regional Network. 

Represent the Regional Network Lead in their absence.

Eligibility

Aged 18 years or over.

Student, Associate, Full or Fellow member. 

APM’s onboarding process is to be completed by all volunteers. 

Expectations

• Work with the Regional Network Lead, to maintain and develop a vibrant local community, facilitating knowledge exchange, networking and outreach. 
• Support the Regional Network Lead in guiding the Network Volunteer Team, to identify and deliver activities providing benefit to the members of the Regional Network community and the project profession (e.g.: CPD and networking events, outreach to prospect members, award and competitions, cross-profession relationships, initiatives for students and emerging professionals, collaboration with corporates). 
• Attend all the Regional Network (monthly) meetings. Lead the meetings in case of absence of the Network Lead. 
• Attend cross-Network meetings in case of absence of the Network Lead. 
• If delegated by the Regional Network Lead, monthly report on the planned activities and the actions agreed in Network meetings, to be shared with APM Staff so resources can be signed off and secured in support. 
• Act on behalf of the Regional Network Lead in case of their absence. 

Estimated time commitment

• On average, between 6 and 14 hours per month, with various levels of time commitment depending on the Network activity and peak times. 
• Attendance at (monthly) Network meetings and events. The expectation is that the Deputy Network Lead will attend all meetings. 
• Availability by email and/or APM Community for correspondence with other APM Network volunteers and staff.  
• The Deputy Lead will have the opportunity to be re-appointed for a max of 2 consecutive terms (4 consecutive years), and for a maximum of 8 consecutive years across both leadership roles (Lead and Deputy). 

Evaluation criteria

• Commitment and enthusiasm. 
• Communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills. 
• Knowledge of APM’s strategic objectives and activities, and alignment with APM’s values. 
• Regional awareness of industry sectors (for Regional Network Lead). 
• Time availability.