Other Ways to Get Involved

Volunteering with ICCI is a rewarding way to contribute to the growth of the independent consulting community while gaining valuable experience and expanding your professional network. 

Two ways to volunteer

1. Join the ICCI Steering Committee

Interested in leading and serving the independent consulting community nationally? Join wonderful colleagues in furthering mutual support and fostering a community for those interested in independent evaluation consulting. ICCI Steering Committee Member Representatives engage in event planning, community outreach and advocacy, technological support (member communications, event registration, website and media management), monthly ICCI meetings, and participation on subcommittees as needed. This commitment is for a one-year term, including up to 10 hours per month of dedicated time. Opportunities to hold the roles of ICCI Chair, Vice Chair, and Past Chair are also available. 

ICCI Steering Committee elections are held annually in June, with calls for self-nominations distributed to ICCI members one month prior. 

2. Pitch in as needed

Interested in contributing to ICCI in a meaningful way, without taking a lot of time out of your busy schedule? Keep an eye out for ICCI's periodic' ad hoc volunteer requests', which offer short-term opportunities to take on an important role in a specific area of need.

You can also contact us if you’d like to help out.

By volunteering, you contribute to the community’s success and play a direct role in shaping its future.

The ICCI discussion forum, hosted on the Canadian Evaluation Society’s (CES) Communities page, is an online discussion site dedicated to fostering collaboration and support through ongoing dialogue among evaluators interested in independent consulting. It’s a timely resource for exchanging information and ideas to keep independent consultants up-to-date on trends, challenges, and recommended practices within the evaluation community. 

Use the forum to ask questions, share experiences, and seek advice on all aspects of independent consulting. Browse discussions and resources shared by members to enhance your work and knowledge. Whether you're navigating client relationships, refining your business strategy, exploring new tools and techniques, or proposing collaboration opportunities, this forum is here to help. 

The ICCI Discussion Forum is available at all times to all CES members, and subscribing sets you up to receive automatic email notifications of new discussion posts. 

Once logged into the CES website, click here to subscribe to the ICCI Discussion Forum. Alternatively, from the CES home page, click on ‘Communities’ in the ‘Members’ Area’ tab, and then select “Subscribe” to the Independent Consulting Community of Interest. 

By posting your queries and offering your insights in response to your colleagues' questions, evaluators interested in independent consulting come together to build a robust support network and enhance our collective knowledge and success. Join the conversation and contribute to the growth and strength of our community!