CSAE volunteers represent members from across Canada. CSAE volunteers’ contributions align with the Strategic Plan to advance association excellence. CSAE recognizes and celebrates volunteers’ time, talents, contributions and dedication to CSAE and the association sector. CSAE thanks all volunteers for their support, dedication and leadership.
CSAE embraces equity, diversity and inclusion and is committed to proactively identifying and addressing any systemic barriers in our policies, practices, procedures, programs, and services so that we can provide a respectful, inclusive and safe work environment, represent the associations we serve and lead by example. We strongly encourage equity-deserving individuals to apply.
Opportunities
Board of Directors
As a member of the Board, you’ll contribute your talents and progressive ideas to advance the strategic direction of the organization and drive its mission to deliver the knowledge, resources and environment to advance association excellence.
Learn moreFinance and Audit Committee (FAC)
The FAC operates within the context of the strategic intent of CSAE, the values and expectations of members and the factors critical to the success of the organization.
Learn moreGovernance Committee
The governance committee operates within the context of the strategic intent of CSAE, the values and expectations of members and the factors critical to the success of the organization.
Learn moreRecruitment and Selection Sub-Committee (RSSC)
The RSSC operates within the context of this terms of reference within the strategic intent of CSAE, the values and expectations of members and the factors critical to the success of the organization.
Learn moreCEOs and Executive Directors Advisory Group
The principal responsibility of the CEOs and executive directors advisory group is to create a network for top executives of associations and not-for-profits to discuss and exchange ideas and find solutions to their challenges.
Learn moreCommunications Advisory Group (CAG)
The CAG acts as a consultative group that supports communications excellence at CSAE, by providing input on communications gaps, needs and opportunities on communications activities and reputation management.
Learn moreGovernment Relations (GR) Advisory Group
The principal responsibility of the GR advisory group is to identify priority issues CSAE should present in its advocacy and government relations initiatives and develop supporting strategy and action plans.
Learn moreMembership Advisory Group
The principal responsibility of the membership advisory group is to support the growth of a vibrant, diverse membership at CSAE.
Learn moreThe Mighty Ones Advisory Group
The principal responsibility of the Mighty Ones advisory group is to create a network for leaders of small associations to share success stories, explore creative solutions and discuss unique challenges.
Learn moreProfessional Development (PD) Advisory Group
The principal responsibility of the professional development (PD) advisory group is to advance association excellence through the development and delivery of programs and services that enhance opportunities for innovative learning, thought leadership and networking.
Learn moreYoung Professionals (YP) Advisory Group
The principal responsibility of the YP advisory group is to create a network for young professionals to learn, connect and engage in the association.
Learn moreAssociation Centre of Excellence Awards Committee
The association centre of excellence awards committee is a working group focused on the development and advancement of CSAE’s association centre of excellence awards initiatives.
Learn moreLeadership Awards and Recognition Committee
The leadership awards and recognition committee is a working group focused on the development and advancement of CSAE’s leadership awards, bursaries, and recognition initiatives.
Learn moreConference Education Committee
The CSAE annual conference education sub-committee is a group tasked with assisting CSAE in developing the educational program for the CSAE annual conference.
Learn moreConference Host Committee
The mandate of the host committee is to assist CSAE in creating and delivering a successful conference while highlighting the unique characteristics and benefits of the host city.
Learn moreSignature Event Committee – Summer Summit
CSAE delivers three signature events to members annually: Annual Conference, Tête-à-Tête, and Summer Summit. Some of these signature events are hosted in specific networks.
Learn moreSignature Event Committee – Tête-à-Tête
CSAE delivers three signature events to members annually: Annual Conference, Tête-à-Tête, and Summer Summit. Some of these signature events are hosted in specific networks.
Learn moreCAE® Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Credit is granted for community leadership and volunteerism. Serving on a Board/committee /task force with a not-for-profit, professional/trade association or charity. Must be outside of normal job responsibilities. Based on actual time contributed (not to exceed 12 hours per two-year reporting period), learn more.
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For volunteer inquiries, connect with Casey Pope, CAE, specialist, volunteer engagement at casey@csae.com.
