Branches Committee

Overview

The Branches Committee exists to strengthen the global network of IMarEST branches and enhance communication between branches, Council, and the Executive. Committee members play a key role in supporting volunteer-led activity across regions, ensuring that branch voices are heard and empowered.

We are looking for one volunteer to act as a Branch Liaison Officer for the West of England, Wales & Isle of Man. This region contains the following branches:

• Devon and Cornwall Joint Branch
• Midlands Branch
• North West England & North Wales Branch
• Western Joint Branch
• Isle of Man Joint Branch

What you'll be doing

Act as the primary conduit between assigned branches and the Branches Committee—supporting governance, activity and volunteer engagement; ensuring effective two-way communication; and surfacing insights and needs to inform Council and the Executive.                                                                                        

Key Responsibilities 

• Meet quarterly with your Branch and provide feedback to the Branches Committee
• Attend quarterly mid-week Branches Committee meetings (approx. 2 hours) and support planning for Stay Tuned sessions and the Branch strategy
• Build proactive relationships with assigned branch committees
• Offer guidance on governance, events, university engagement, and volunteer management

About you

You will be:

• An Associate, Member or Fellow of the IMarEST
• A clear, friendly communicator able to build trust across multiple branches
• Organised and proactive with good follow-through on actions

You will have:

• A collaborative mindset with respect for volunteer contexts 
• Experience facilitating meetings or coordinating volunteer activity
• Familiarity with the regional branch landscape

Commitment 

3–5 hours per month on average, plus quarterly committee meetings. 

Support Provided

Onboarding to liaison processes, templates, SharePoint guidance, and ongoing support from Governance/Engagement.