NIRI 2026 Call for Volunteers is Now Open
Applicants will be accepted via online submission through October 31.
Apply NowOpportunities are available for the following committee and/or taskforce appointments:
Senior Roundtable Steering Committee (3-year term)
The Senior Roundtable (SRT) Steering Committee defines and develops content for SRT events including virtual meetings, the SRT Annual Meeting, and any additional items as defined by the committee. Must be member of Senior Roundtable; IR practitioners only.
The expected commitment includes 1 virtual meeting per month with additional subcommitee meetings as needed.
Learning and Publications Advisory Committee (2-year term)
The committee will advise on content development and provide recommendations for IR Update magazine and NIRI educational content.
The expected commitment includes bimonthly virtual meetings with additional subcommittee meetings as needed.
Certification Council (3-year term)
This advisory Council plays an essential role in overseeing the integrity, fairness, and relevance of NIRI’s credentialing programs. Its core responsibilities include advising on credentialing programs policies, ensuring alignment with industry standards and providing guidance on key governance decisions related to certifications and certificates.
All work is conducted remotely. The expected time commitment is approximately 5 hours annually. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals interested in contributing to the long-term value and credibility of NIRI’s credentialing programs. IRC is preferred.
Exam Development Committee (3-year term)
This Committee is responsible for reviewing and validating content to ensure they are psychometrically sound and reflect current IR practices.
All work is conducted remotely. The expected commitment is approximately 10 hours per year. IRC is preferred.
Ethics Council (2-year term)
The Council serves as a sounding-board and mentor to members regarding ethical matters that may arise during their practice – both for investor relations professionals and those providing products and services to the investor relations community.
Members may be asked to provide feedback or perspectives on ethical scenarios, principles, or proposed actions. We welcome expressions of interest from experienced IROs who have had a long-term commitment to NIRI and have shown sound judgement and advisory experience.
Resource Development Taskforce (multiple projects)
This Taskforce will support the updating and development of various core NIRI resource documents. This taskforce will contribute content and review materials for clarity, relevance and accuracy.
All work is conducted remotely. The expected commitment is 5-10 hours per project and will conclude once the project is completed.
Standards of Practice-Disclosure Taskforce (single project)
This taskforce will support the development of a new certificate program by contributing content related to disclosures. This taskforce will contribute content and review assessment materials for clarity, relevance and accuracy.
All work is conducted remotely. The expected commitment is 10 hours per year. IRC is preferred.
Benefits of Volunteering
NIRI relies upon member volunteers to assist the organization in fostering an engaged, informed and diverse membership. Therefore, we seek to identify, recruit, support and recognize member volunteers who wish to provide valuable contributions to the organization, and in turn, to the investor relations community. By volunteering for NIRI, you have the opportunity to gain as much as you will give to your association and your peers.
Additional Opportunities:
Submissions for all other volunteer opportunities are currently closed. Please check back in the fall for NIRI’s annual call for volunteers.
If you have any questions, please contact memberservices@niri.org.