Volunteerism
The Engine That Powers NCMA NCMA has a long and rich history of accomplishment for its members and the contracting profession at large. Volunteer members are essential to the successful operation of the association at all levels, from setting the direction of NCMA, to conducting chapter meetings. The importance of continued volunteer participation to the present and future success of NCMA cannot be overstated. Changes in our society are affecting volunteer-based organizations dramatically in the new millennium. The demands of people's time are greater than ever, the surge of information exceeds organizations' and people's capacity to deal with it, and younger generations share a new set of values. These factors can challenge how volunteer-based associations continue to operate and success. For these reasons, NCMA is implementing a major volunteer drive, to continue to feed the engine of NCMA. If you have never volunteered out of fear of over committing yourself, you should know there are ways for you to contribute without taking on overall ownership of a function or element. Or, if you are ready to develop or test your management and leadership skills, step up to a leadership position. Everyone is welcome. You can also contribute through new technology NCMA has implemented, from the convenience of your desk or home-you don't need to compromise your existing professional and personal obligations. We want to emphasize that this is not a "one-way street"-being a volunteer isn't just for NCMA's benefit. It is a great way for you to develop new skills, network and meet the people that matter to your career, and achieve a sense of accomplishment in a job well done. People participate in volunteer organizations for sometimes practical and sometimes altruistic reasons. Whatever your motivation, won't you join us? Visit each of the sidebar links to take you to local, and national volunteer opportunities. We invite you to get involved in whichever area interests you. And, bring along a friend, we can always use the help. Volunteer Locally NCMA is comprised of 142 local chapters across the United States and internationally. Each chapter is led and operated by volunteer members. Chapters always need more volunteers, with roles ranging from chapter leadership to occasional helper at chapter events. Some common chapter positions include: Program Committee: Plans and presents balanced and informative programs designed to assist chapter members in their professional development. This may include brief workshops, monthly meetings, or seminars and conferences. Hospitality and Attendance Committee: Assures that each person attending a chapter activity is made to feel welcome and treated as a valued professional; tracks who attends meetings. Membership Committee: Recruits prospective members, ensures the retention of current members, and helps the chapter achieve steady and healthy growth. Newsletter Editor: Gathers information from other chapter members and NCMA, writes brief announcements and articles, produces and distributes newsletters either in print or electronically. Speaker/Instructor: Speaks at dinner meetings, workshops, seminars or conferences on issues relevant to contracting and business management; requires subject matter expertise. Click here to register to be a volunteer speaker. Chapter President, Vice President, Treasurer, or Secretary: Takes charge of a specific function of the chapter and uses leadership and managerial expertise to organize people, develop plans, and implement work to accomplish the objectives of the chapter. These are just some of the volunteer opportunities available. To help your local chapter, contact your chapter president. Volunteer Nationally NCMA is organized and led by a cadre of volunteers at the national level. While chapter experience is helpful, it is not required to participate on the national level. The national organization roles range from national elected leadership to committee members and occasional helpers on specific tasks. The launch of new initiatives and technology has created many new volunteer opportunities, including: Committee on Issues Identification
This standing Committee is responsible for monitoring domestic and international developments that may have an impact on the practice of contract management or the people and organizations that practice contract management, analyzing the issues and how the people in the profession or the practices of contract management will be affected, communicating these issues and analyses to the Board of Directors, members, and other stakeholders, and recommending how the association should act in anticipation or response to the environment. This may include public statements and positions, new educational programs, or articles on the website or in the magazine. University Outreach and Relations Committee
The University Outreach and Relations Committee connects the association and the contract management profession to students, faculty, and administrators in the academic world. This standing Committee is responsible for gathering information on educational programs of institutions of higher learning, identifying contract management specific or related degree or certificate of completion programs, ensuring these institutions, their faculty, their administrators and their students are introduced to the association, encouraging the establishment of curricula specific to contract management, and informing the members about these institutions and programs. Chapter Development Committee
This ad-hoc committee is charged with assessing NCMA's chapter systems, recommending policy to the Board of Directors on forming, managing, and de-chartering chapters, and developing programs, procedures, best practices, and tools to improve chapter effectiveness. Several subcommittees exist, including Chapter Leadership Development, Chapter Membership Recruitment, Chapter Publicity, and more. To volunteer, please send an e-mail listing the position(s) you are interested in to volunteer@ncmahq.org. Policy Committee
The Policy Committee assists the Board of Directors in establishing and maintaining the Association Policies known collectively as the Association Policy Manual (APM). The Committee will be composed of between two to four additional members from the Board of Directors or the general membership. Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee oversees the Association’s financial planning, funds management, financial risk management, and recordkeeping. The Vice President and Treasurer serves as the Chairperson of the Committee. The Committee will be composed of between two to four additional members from the Board of Directors or the general membership. Audit Committee
The Audit Committee engages and oversees the independent audit of the Association’s financial records. The Committee Chairperson will be appointed in accordance with Association policies. The Chairperson will be a member of the Board of Directors, who possesses expertise in reading and understanding financial statements, and who is not an officer or employee of the Association. The Committee will be composed of between two to four additional members from the Board of Directors, the general membership, or outside of the membership. Association officers and employees may not serve on the committee. Members of the committee should have a demonstrated knowledge of accounting, financial management, and audit. Asset Management Committee
The Asset Management Committee oversees the Associations investments, including overseeing the independent investment manager, and recommending investment policy. The Committee Chairperson will be appointed in accordance with Association policies. Committee members will include the Vice President and Treasurer, and between one to three additional members from the Board of Directors or the general membership who possess financial, risk or investment expertise. The Executive Director and the Chief Financial Officer shall serve as ex officio non-voting members of the Committee. Governance Committee
The Governance Committee oversees the Association’s governance structures, policies, performance and practices. The Committee Chairperson will be appointed in accordance with Association policies. The Chairperson shall be a Board member, but not an officer or employee. The Committee will be composed of up to five additional members from the Board of Directors or the general membership who possess experience and knowledge of NCMA’s governance or not-for-profit or corporate governance. Nominations and Elections Committee
The Nominations and Elections Committee oversees the identification, recruitment, development, election, and succession of the Association’s national leaders, including Directors, Officers, Committee members, and other volunteer appointees. The Past President will be the Committee Chairperson. Committee members may be from the Board of Directors or the general membership. Awards and Honors Committee
The Awards and Honors Committee oversees the Association’s awards and honors programs, including programs for volunteerism and for accomplishments within the contract management profession. These awards programs serve to bring credit and attention to the profession and to the association, and to raise public consciousness of the importance and value of contract management professionals. They directly serve the mission of the association. The Committee Chairperson will be appointed in accordance with Association policies. The Committee will be composed of between three and twelve individuals determined by the Chairperson. Committee members may be from the Board of Directors or the general membership. The Committee has the authority to create, revise, cancel, and administer all awards programs, at its discretion. The Committee has the authority to recommend to the Board of Directors that an award be cancelled. It develops and implements awards and honors programs designed to motivate, reward, and recognize individual and organizational achievements in support of NCMA activities, covering the diversity of NCMA’s volunteer activities, including national and local levels. The committee also develops and implements programs designed to motivate, reward, and recognize individual and organizational achievements in performance of contract management and related duties. Programs should cover the diversity of the profession, including all levels of professionals (entry-level, journeyman, management, and executive) and all organizational types (governmental, private industry, institutional, etc.) and industries (aerospace, defense, information technology, telecommunications, etc.).
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