The Project Management Institute Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC) offers professionals of all experience levels opportunities to build leadership skills and grow their professional networks.
Work with an amazing group of volunteers to execute challenging projects that benefit the project management community. Learn new operational and leadership skills as you put on events, market courses, and add value to our community.
Whether it is a small lunch meeting, a massive conference, or a leadership role on the board, volunteers within PMI-SAC have a unique opportunity to see the full cycle of project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing.
Work closely with some of the best and most experienced project managers in the province as you deliver key projects to support our chapter’s membership.
Collaborate with a dynamic community of peers, fostering mutual growth and shared learning through volunteer initiatives. Driven by curiosity and purpose, embrace every opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute - surrounded by peers who challenge and inspire to give your best!
By organizing and attending events, working closely with other volunteers to deliver projects, and delivering amazing content, the volunteers at PMI-SAC have an opportunity to create deep connections with other professionals and volunteers that could last a lifetime.
By taking volunteer positions with PMI-SAC, you have the opportunity to lead from within the chapter. This will allow you to work closely with incredibly competent professionals and thought leaders. These connections may lead you to your next professional adventure.
Volunteering is easy! Just follow the below instructions to take the next big step in your professional growth.
To apply for volunteer opportunities with PMI-SAC, click on volunteer opportunities . You will be directed to the PMI.org login page.
Update your volunteer profile by uploading your resume, updating your volunteer service history, and checking off your areas of interest.
On the opportunities page, use the drop-down menu to search and apply for opportunities with the Southern Alberta Chapter that meet your interests and needs.
Don’t see anything for you right now? Send us a completed Volunteer Interest Form and we will contact you if an opportunity that matches your interests becomes available.
If you have questions about volunteering with PMI-SAC or the opportunities available, please contact us at volunteeradmin@pmisac.com
Through local PMI chapters, members and volunteers meet their peers, make new contacts, network, build knowledge, share solutions and ideas, and enjoy activities and events. These positions offer an exceptional opportunity to build your leadership skills and make new contacts.
Volunteering offers a transformative journey of personal growth, purpose, and community building. It becomes a catalyst for acquiring new skills, expanding knowledge, gaining invaluable experience and of course, meeting great people.
Networking and Knowledge Exchange
Professional and Personal Development
Build Relationships and be Part of a Community
Whether you’re looking for an opportunity with a low time commitment, or want to be involved regularly, there’s something for everyone.
Some roles like Assistant Vice President, and Directors will demand more time and can involve a commitment of up to 15-20 hours per month.
Other roles such coordinators, communications associates, membership ambassadors, and orientation specialists generally have lower time commitments of up to 10 hours per month.
All roles will have peak busy times along with slower time. We will work with you to find the best fit.
Yes. It is Project Management Institute Policy that you must be a member to volunteer. There are a few exceptions for very time – limited roles such as volunteering for a partial or full day at a conference, however those are rare.
At PMI-SAC, all volunteers complete and sign a volunteer agreement which outlines PMI-SAC’s Code of Conduct, and expectations for both PMI-SAC and volunteers. It protects the interests of both parties.
The current chapter membership fee is only $40.00 per year, and $30.00 per year for students. Membership provides you with
access and special discounts for speaker events, podcasts, conferences, and professional development programming throughout the year.
Visit ‘Why Become a Member?‘ for further details.
There are a variety of opportunities that will capture your interest. Here are just a few examples of some roles with the chapter:
Check the Volunteer Opportunities page for all available opportunities.
Yes. While you will commit to volunteering with one team, there are opportunities to collaborate with other teams in the chapter to work on special projects, and volunteer at events, and conferences. Also, once your volunteer term ends, you can apply to volunteer in a different role with another team.
Our goal is to provide you with opportunities that enhance your volunteer experience.
That will depend on your role, and the time you have for volunteering.
As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills, build a network, and have a hand in helping PMISAC deliver valued programs and services to our community of members.
For example, volunteers get involved by planning and executing projects and events, they coordinate and launch campaigns; they help us improve by developing new processes and tools; and they network and collaborate with other teams, members, and sponsors.
All volunteers are invited to attend a PMISAC onboarding/orientation session to introduce them to the chapter, and the people, and to learn about the portfolio teams and how they work together. The sessions are delivered throughout the year by the Volunteer Management portfolio team based on volunteer recruitment timing and demand.
Portfolio/team level volunteer training and orientation is provided by the Vice President and members of the portfolio/team.
