Chair, Professional Development

VMPC Position Description – Board of Directors

Position:

CHAIR, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Position Summary:

The Chair of Professional Development oversees all virtual professional development opportunities for the Association, such as webinars and networking meetings. The Chair may appoint committee members to assist in reaching the objectives of the position.

Term of Office:

One (1) year term; no more than three (3) consecutive years

Responsibilities:
  • Recruit, train, support and recognize Professional Development Committee volunteers and leads
  • Establish goals and objectives with the committee under the strategic plan
  • Organize 8-10 webinars and virtual meetings annually to promote the learning and development of VMPC members
  • Source speakers, issue speaker contracts, and arrange for payment of speaker fees
  • Moderate webinars and online meetings, record the session, and submit for uploading to the members-only section of the website
  • Promote professional development opportunities such as the Conestoga Volunteer Management certificate program and CVA certification to members
  • Ensure the professional development pages on the website are current and up-to-date
  • Attend all Board, General, and Strategic Planning Meetings 
  • Complete monthly board reports and track volunteer hours in the database
  • Produce an annual report to the Secretary at the end of the fiscal year
  • Complete a portfolio transition report before leaving the role
  • Transfer responsibility and all pertinent documents at the end of term
  • Carries out other duties as assigned by the Board  

Skills, Abilities & Requirements:
  • An active member of the Association in good standing 
  • Knowledge of adult learning principles
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Experience organizing and facilitating online meetings and webinars
  • Experience leading committees and establishing work plans 
  • A self-starter who is able to take initiative, set direction, and achieve deliverables
  • Effective time management skills and a high level of personal accountability
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and experience using technology tools such as Zoom and GoogleWorkSpace
  • Previous committee or volunteer experience with VMPC is an asset
  • Fundraising and sponsorship experience is an asset
  • CVA Certified or working towards Certification is preferred
  • Being bilingual (English/ French) is an asset

Benefits:
  • Chance to make a positive impact on the volunteer management profession
  • Opportunity to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds in the volunteer sector across Canada
  • Increased understanding and knowledge of national governance models
  • Raise your professional profile through involvement with the VMPC board

Time Commitment:

Approximately 10-15  hours monthly (with extra hours required in the month leading up to the conference), plus additional time for in-person meetings once a year. 

Revisions:

April 2011, May 2012, April 2014, October 2016, April 2020, April 2021, February 2023, February 2024