Steering Committee Member

Written By Aysha Dawood

Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID)
Impact Measurement and Management Community of Practice

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 17, 2025

 
 

LOCATION

Remote

TYPE OF WORK

Volunteer

DESCRIPTION

After two years since the launch of the Impact Measurement & Management (IMM) Community of Practice (CoP), we have entered a 2025 leadership transition plan which includes recruiting:

  • 1 new Chair of the Steering Committee

  • 1 new Steering Committee member

These transitions reflect our commitment to sustainability, new ideas, and diversity of leadership in our community. Our current Chair is stepping down into a SteerCo member role to support continuity, and two current SteerCo members are ending their terms.

We hope you’ll consider helping shape the next chapter of this CoP!

About the IMM Community of Practice 

The IMM CoP is a volunteer, peer-led learning and collaboration group hosted by the Canadian Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID).

Its purpose is to help CAFIID members deepen their knowledge and practice of IMM by sharing tools, approaches, and case studies, both from Canada and globally.

Our CoP provides CAFIID members with opportunities to:

  • Exchange knowledge on IMM trends, frameworks, and best practices

  • Share learnings, tools, and resources

  • Get peer advice on practical IMM questions or challenges

  • Contribute to national and global IMM standards and innovation

The CoP is practical, inclusive, and participatory, guided by a volunteer Steering Committee made up of CAFIID members.

Activities of the IMM CoP

  • Webinars (panels, presentations, guest speakers)

  • Action Meetings (facilitated case study discussions, peer support)

  • Curating and sharing resources 

  • Convening around thematic topics or practice areas

  • Contributing feedback to CAFIID’s broader thought leadership and ecosystem efforts

  • Collaborating with other CAFIID CoPs

Leadership & Governance

The CoP is lead by a volunteer Steering Committee (SteerCo) of 8 CAFIID members.

The SteerCo:

  • Guides the CoP’s learning agenda

  • Plans and hosts CoP events

  • Coordinates with and contributed to other CAFIID initiatives

All members serve in their individual capacities or as representatives of their organizations.

Role Descriptions & Commitments

Steering Committee Member (1 position available) 

Time commitment: 2-5 hours/month

SteerCo members support planning and facilitation of CoP events, collaborate on strategic initiatives, and contribute to knowledge sharing within the community.

Key responsibilities:

  • Attend monthly 1-hour SteerCo meetings

  • Attend monthly 1-hour CoP events 

  • Lead and organize 2-3 CoP events per year (monthly events are divided between SteerCo members based on availability, topic interest, speaker connection), including:

    • Proposing topics and guest speakers

    • Coordinating speaker logistics and materials

    • Moderating or co-facilitating sessions

  • Provide feedback on CAFIID-led thought leadership content (events, reports, initiatives)

Chair of the Steering Committee (1 position available) 

Time commitment: 6-10 hours/month

The Chair provides leadership and coordination to the SteerCo, ensures continuity, and acts as the central contact for the CoP.

Key responsibilities, in addition to the ones noted for Steering Committee Members:

  • Organize, set agendas for, and facilitate monthly SteerCo meetings

  • Welcome and meet with CAFIID members interested in the CoP

  • Communicate with CoP members about events, opportunities, and questions

  • Oversee event planning and collaboration among SteerCo members

  • Represent the CoP at CAFIID events (e.g. annual Virtual Open House)

  • Liaise with other CAFIID CoPs and committees on joint initiatives

  • Lead SteerCo recruitment processes as needed 

  • Provide updates to CAFIID leadership and Board as requested

2025 Recruitment Timeline and Process

  • Recruitment Launch - Late August 

  • Applications Due - September 17

  • Informal interviews - September 25, 26, and 29

  • Selections and Notifications - Mid-October 

  • Onboarding - November and December 

    • Attend an onboarding session with current Chair and attend the current-SteerCo meetings on November 6 and December 4 

  • New Term Begins - January 2026

The process includes:

  • Submission of a short online application

  • Review by a sub-group of current SteerCo members

  • Informal interviews (virtual, 30-minutes) with two SteerCo members

Who Should Apply?

We encourage applications from any CAFIID member in the CoP who:

  • Are enthusiastic about improving IMM practice

  • Value collaboration and peer learning

  • Bring a unique perspective (e.g. regional, sectoral, thematic)

  • Can contribute a few hours monthly to strengthen our shared practice

We especially encourage applications from individuals from equity-seeking groups, and those in underrepresented regions or sectors in Canada’s IMM space.

How to Apply

Please complete this short form below.

Applications are due by 11:59pm EST on September 17, 2025. 

If you have any questions or would like to discuss any further details, please contact: sarah@relativimpact.com 

 
 
Aysha Dawood https://www.cafiid.ca
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