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Volunteer roles for ARMA-NL board members and Standing Committee members
We would like to draw your attention to the following calls for standing committees members and work group members. We are in a vibrant phase of the association, with the annual ARMA-NL conferences, workshops, webinars, the RM Roadmap project and the current co-creation of the future of Research Management. To continue with this, dedicated, enthusiastic and proactive volunteers with a passion for the profession are needed.
What we offer you:
- the opportunity to be an active part of a vibrant professional network in the field of research and innovation;
- to grow your personal and professional connections and network;
- to use your skills, effort and knowledge to benefit the network;
- to improve your skills, grow your expertise and gain invaluable experiences;
- to make a positive impact on our RM profession.
Sponsorships work group member(s)
ARMA-NL is specifically looking for one or two people who want(s) to contribute to achieving the sponsorship objectives. Are you an independent and commercial professional who is able to communicate effectively and build relationships with potential sponsors and partners? Do you enjoy recruiting sponsors and actively running campaigns to increase the visibility of ARMA-NL for an audience of potential sponsors, while keeping the strategic goals of ARMA-NL in mind? In addition to recruitment, you will also maintain contacts with existing and new sponsors and actively involve them in ARMA-NL’s activities. Do you recognise yourself in this profile? Then we are looking for you!
Tasks:
- Develop and implement sponsorship recruitment strategies
- Identify and approach potential sponsors
- Make contact with sponsors and maintain relationships
- Report on plans, activities and results to the board
Requirements:
- Available at least 2 hours per week.
What do we offer:
- The opportunity to be an active part of a vibrant professional network in the field of research and innovation;
- The opportunity to grow your personal network;
- Regular contact with highly innovative businesses that develop the latest tools in research management;
- An educational environment in which you are guided and coached;
- An experienced board member who will train and support you;
- Freedom and flexible working hours to organize your work;
- A position as a volunteer in a growing organization either as a board member or as a standing committee member.
Are you the driven sponsor recruiter we are looking for? Then please send your response to Inge van Houdt and Chantal Leguijt at info@armanl.nl We look forward to hearing from you!
Call for new ARMA-NL Standing Committee Members and working group members
We are looking for enthusiastic members to join the ARMA-NL Standing Committees and help with the continued improvement of the organization and its services for and by the ARMA-NL members. Currently, we have Standing Committees which focus more on the tactical level, and Working Groups that focus on the operational and practical activities.
Standing Committee members
Our Standing Committees (SCs) are looking for more members. We have room for members in SCs: Communications, Knowledge Exchange, Professional Development, and Public Affairs. We are looking for enthusiastic members, ideally with expertise in the relevant area, who are willing to commit around three hours per week to the work of the SC. For more information, please contact the chairs of the SCs via info@armanl.nl.:
- The Communications Standing Committee, where the network is provided. Current chair: Alma Erenstein
- The Public Affairs Standing Committee, building and maintaining relationships with our stakeholders. Current chair: Annemarie Vastenhouw-van der Linden
- The Knowledge Exchange Standing Committee, where events are planned and organized to share knowledge. Current chair: Inge van Houdt
The Standing Committees have an important role in the association:
- They are responsible for the development of and monitor (annual) plans and report quarterly to the board and yearly to the GA; suggest and prepare improvements to the board to decide on; and have active connections with working group members within their own SC and with members of other SCs. SC members coordinate the operational activities to achieve the association’s short- and medium-term goals.
Working group members
It is in the working groups where the magic happens and where the doers are. Specific activities are planned and executed, ensuring that the ARMA-NL’s goals are met. As a member you are beneficial and active for and in close contact with our members.
We are looking for new members in the working group of the following committees:
- The Communications Standing Committee: For those interested in optimizing the new platform/forum and website, in social media representation, in graphics, photography, and/or sponsorship coordination.
- The Public Affairs Standing Committee: For those interested playing an active role in RM Roadmap NL, in stakeholder engagement and in policy making.
- The Knowledge Exchange Standing Committee: For those interested in planning and organizing one-day events and our annual conference.
We are looking for people who are interested in and can organize the topics and activities mentioned above, who are proactive, have good social skills and have a passion for our profession. Who have affinity in, are experienced and are enthusiastic about the relevant topics and activities. For more information please contact one of the current board members or send an e-mail to info@armanl.nl and one of the board members will gladly get in touch with you.
To apply please send an email to info@armanl.nl and provide the following information:
- Name, function, institution and contact details.
- Which standing committee, working group or activity you would like to be part of and why.
- Length of commitment (half, 1, 2, 3 or more years).