Chapters and Council Volunteer Opportunities

IMA chapters and councils offer a variety of leadership opportunities.

Board Roles

Chapter and council boards are responsible for the overall management and successful operation of their local communities. Responsibilities include oversight of the planning, coordinating, communicating, and conducting chapter activities to provide high-level service to local members.

Below are the four core chapter roles. Individuals in these roles oversee a group of micro-volunteers who provide support in their specific areas of focus. Visit the links to learn more and apply.

Application deadline: April 30, 2026


Chair (Operations & Program Execution)

Leads chapter strategy, programs, and volunteer coordination. Oversees micro-volunteering roles such as chapter member management, new member liaison, webinar program planning, volunteer onboarding, nominations coordinator, and more. Best for: Proactive leaders with strong communication and organizational skills who excel at coordinating people, processes, and initiatives.

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Communications Lead (Engagement & Outreach)

Drives chapter messaging engagement and digital presence.
Oversees micro-volunteering roles such as social media liaison, website administrator, newsletter editor, and photographer/videographer/creative materials designer.
Best for: Creative, digital-savvy volunteers who enjoy building community through engaging content and consistent outreach.

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Administrator (Records & Compliance)

Manages records, compliance, minutes, and CPE documentation.
Oversees micro-volunteering roles such as CPE submission coordinator, event management/coordinator, community events coordinator, and chapter board administrator.
Best for: Organized and conscientious volunteers who are comfortable with systems, deadlines, and the responsibility of maintaining official chapter documentation.

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Treasurer (Accounting & Finance)

Oversees budget, sponsorship, and financial reporting.
Oversees micro-volunteering roles such as scholarship coordinator, financial reviewer, and event budget assistant.
Best for: Analytical individuals who possess integrity, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a solid sense of fiscal responsibility.

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Micro-volunteering Roles

Chapter and councils also offer numerous micro-volunteering opportunities, which help to support the core chapter roles. Micro-volunteering roles typically require a time commitment of about 5-10 hours annually, making them ideal for members who want to get involved but have more limited time availability.

More information about these roles can be found here.

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Communications & Marketing

  • Social Media Liaison
  • Website Administrator
  • Photographer/Videographer/Creative Materials Designer
  • Newsletter Editor

Member Support

  • Volunteer Onboarding
  • Membership Awareness Champion
  • Chapter Member Management
  • New Member Liaison
  • Champion of Chapter Member Achievements
  • Mentor Coordinator (only applies for some chapters)
  • Professional Mentor for Students (U.S. only)
  • Membership Appreciation Coordinator

Education & Programming

  • Webinar Program Planning
  • Webinar Moderator
  • CPE Submission Coordinator
  • Higher Ed Liaison

Events

  • Event Management/ Coordinator
  • Event Budget Assistant
  • Community Events Coordinator (non-CPE events)

Financial & Administrative

  • Scholarship Coordinator
  • Financial Reviewer
  • Board Communications Assistant
  • Chapter Board Administrator

Coordination & Feedback

  • Nominations Coordinator
  • Chapter Performance Review Coordinator