APM Interest Network Deputy Lead

Role

APM Interest Network Deputy Lead

Purpose

• Support the Interest Network Lead in driving the volunteering activities, the production of thought leadership content and the knowledge exchange in their community, in close collaboration with the APM staff and the volunteers involved with their Interest Network.
• Represent the Interest 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 Interest Network Lead, to maintain and develop a vibrant online community, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and ensuring that the content discussed/produced is aligned with the network focus.
• Support the Interest Network Lead in guiding the Network Volunteer Team, to identify and deliver activities providing benefit to the members of the Interest Network community and the project profession (e.g.: webinars, events, publications, blogs).
• Attend all the Interest 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 Interest 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 Interest 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.
• Time availability.