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Volunteer News

My name is Tatiana Abend, and I've recently stepped into the position of IAC Volunteer Coordinator. My role is to oversee the Department's structure and to match volunteers to tasks in a variety of areas.

Building upon the work that has been completed thus far, volunteer coordination includes gathering feedback, updating information available on the IAC Volunteer Groupsite, performing recruiting and recognition activities, and broadening the workforce to foster the Association's growth.

The past two months have brought good progress, as evidenced by the creation of a Volunteer Handbook, the posting and updating of volunteer positions available, and the filling of helpful positions of direct service to Committee Heads and the Board of Governors.

For those interested in volunteer activities, please contact me directly to obtain a Volunteer Offer Form and be included in the Volunteer Groupsite. A special thanks to those who have recently stepped forward! The importance of active participation cannot be underestimated, and all input is of high value to the whole community.

The volunteers of the IAC shall continue to grow and improve, with vibrant participation of all concerned.

Tatiana Abend is a Health and Wellness Coach and the Founder and Owner of BodyVision Health Coaching, with office locations in both Spain and East Coast USA. www.bodyvisionsl.com

Research Volunteer

Are you passionate about coaching research? The IAC Research committee is looking for a volunteer who reads peer-reviewed coaching journals to choose a paper and summarize it. The summary will appear in the IAC VOICE. This could potentially be a monthly feature, but will also work well as a quarterly submission - whatever works for your schedule!

Please send an email to kerul@me.com if you're interested in this opportunity.

Call for volunteers

As a result of the IAC's new Strategic Plan we are inviting applications for the following two volunteer positions. These are both very important short-term roles that have the potential for huge positive impact on the IAC and thereby on the future of coaching.

Successful completion of either role earns great personal satisfaction, undying thanks of the entire BOG and a testimonial/recommendation on LinkedIn or other—not to mention the professional growth and connections you make as you work with the IAC. If you're interested, please click the title to read more about each position.

Strategic Plan Launch Coordinator
Fundraising / Grant-Writing Coordinator

Fundraising / Grant-Writing Coordinator

Between now and November 30, 2010, conduct a feasibility study and solicit lead gifts for a fundraising campaign that would source up to US$400,000 for the purpose of endowing the initial two-year contracts for the Executive Director, Marketing/Membership Relations Director and Virtual Assistant. Oversee campaign to be completed no later than March 31, 2011.

• Work with the Strategy Committee and ExCom to get the business plan into shape for funding proposals.
• Identify a variety of appropriate funding sources.
• Work with the Strategy Committee and ExCom to interview lead givers to determine campaign scope and to arrange lead-gift commitments.
• Draft grant proposals for ExCom approval. Submit and track ExCom-approved proposals, with assistance as required. Facilitate Q&A between potential donors and ExCom.
• Review funding agreements, submit with recommendations to ExCom.
• Outline any donor reporting requirements to ExCom and the BOG.
 
This position reports to Bob Tschannen-Moran, IAC President. Grant-writing/fundraising experience preferred. Successful completion earns great personal satisfaction, undying thanks of the entire BOG and a testimonial/recommendation on LinkedIn or other—not to mention the professional growth and connections you make as you work with the IAC. To express your interest or for more information, please contact Bob Tschannen-Moran.

Strategic Plan Launch Coordinator

Between now and October 31st, 2010, plan and implement a high-quality, high-impact public relations launch of the new IAC strategic plan.

• Ensure that the entire professional coaching community, worldwide, becomes aware of the IAC’s Unique Selling Proposition and key strategies.
• Invite interested collaborators/members to join in advancing our vision—call to action.
• Set up a launch timeline, interface with key contributors (Web Design Committee, Membership Committee, Learning Agreement Development Committee and Strategy Committee) to track and encourage progress on required pieces of work.
• Draft press releases, brochures, tweets and other content and submit for approval.
• Source media outlets and prepare PR budget (with every attempt to gain free coverage)
 
This position reports to Joan Johnson, IAC Vice President and Angela Spaxman, IAC Past President. Public relations/marketing experience preferred. Successful completion earns great personal satisfaction, undying thanks of the entire BOG and a testimonial/recommendation on LinkedIn or other—not to mention the professional growth and connections you make as you work with the IAC. To express your interest or for more information, please contact Angela Spaxman.