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Volunteering with CIPS

Inspire the future of our profession

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What is volunteering?

Every year hundreds of our member volunteers give their time and their knowledge to support CIPS and the profession. They share their expertise and experience, they advise and guide other members, and they demonstrate their passion for procurement and supply. Whatever form your volunteer role takes, you’ll be an ambassador for CIPS, helping to shape both CIPS and the profession’s future and enhance your own personal and professional development.

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How can you volunteer?

Whether you're starting out on your career in procurement and supply, recently qualified and keen to encourage others to do the same, or a long-standing member looking to give back your time and expertise to fellow professionals, there's a volunteer role for everyone.

Here's a few of the volunteer opportunities you could get involved in:

 

Join a branch

We have an increasingly growing and active branch network and there are lots of opportunities available to get involved and support them, whether that’s becoming a member of a branch, joining the committee, speaking at an event or even hosting one.

Education Discussion Group

Made up of volunteers who have a specific interest in supporting the CIPS Strategic Objective to promote procurement and supply as a ‘Career of Choice’ through activities and events across, schools, colleges and universities.

Membership Committee

The Committee supports the development of our membership representation, whilst encouraging innovative ways to improve how we capture and act upon our members voices.

Special Knowledge Groups

Special knowledge groups support understanding of best practices and general knowledge sharing in dedicated areas, for example, the Charities Sector and Marketing.

Mentoring Circles

FCIPS Mentors working together mentoring a small group of mentees, on a specific topic or theme over a series of virtual sessions. This is a great opportunity to further your contribution to the profession and CIPS. Along the way, you’ll sharpen your skills as a facilitator, explore the themes that you have a passion for, and expand your network.

 

Why volunteer?

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Get involved

Whether you’re starting out on your career in procurement and supply, recently qualified and keen to encourage others to do the same, or a long-standing member looking to give back your time and expertise to fellow professionals, everyone has different reasons to get involved. Join these dedicated professionals to make a positive impact, inspire others and be a part of changing the future of our profession.

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Emily Okonjo FCIPS

Communications Officer,

CIPS Kenya Branch

“To give back to society through coaching, mentoring, supporting and guiding students and other members on the importance and benefits of having a CIPS qualification. At the time, there was a big knowledge gap within the procurement and supply chain profession in my country Kenya and I wanted to be part of the team that would empower the supply chain professional community through creating forums and opportunities for them to have the much-needed information and knowledge.”

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Volunteering will enable you to connect with like-minded and diverse individuals, learning from their expertise, gaining valuable insights along the way.

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Ismail Halim MCIPS

Chair,

Wellington, New Zealand Branch

“I’ve been a CIPS volunteer since 2022, and my most cherished memory is participating in the networking events. These events provided an incredible opportunity to meet other members and professionals in the field, facilitating discussions on current market trends, case studies, and various projects. Starting as a volunteer member, I now have the privilege of serving as the branch chair for the ANZ region. In this role, I host events, invite speakers to share their expertise, and secure sponsorships from suppliers. This experience has significantly broadened my professional network and deepened my understanding of the procurement and supply chain industry.”

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Not only will you be inspiring the next generation of procurement and supply professionals, but you’ll also grow your own professional profile and skills.

Whether you want to improve your communication skills, self-esteem or simply want to master speaking at events, volunteering benefits not only your career, but your personal development.

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Kevin Okinda MCIPS

Member of Volunteer Engagement Group,

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“Reflecting on my journey as a volunteer with CIPS, I am filled with pride. It all began with my involvement in the CIPS Kenya branch, followed by participation in the CIPS Global Congress where I served as the Africa student representative. Today, I stand as a member of the Volunteer Engagement Group, deeply honoured to have contributed to the advancement of the procurement profession and the esteemed CIPS organisation. Being part of this global procurement body is a source of great pride for me. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to continue guiding and assisting others in understanding the essence of CIPS and its mission, while furthering the growth and development of our profession.”

Hear from our volunteers

Meet some of our volunteers, discover why they choose to volunteer with CIPS and what their biggest achievements are whilst volunteering for CIPS?

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How do I get involved? 

Whether you're starting out on your career in procurement and supply, recently qualified and keen to encourage others to do the same, or a long-standing member looking to give back your time and expertise to fellow professionals, everyone has different reasons to get involved. To express an interest in volunteering with CIPS, complete our short form and one of the CIPS team will be in touch. 

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