Call for committee nominations 2026

Presented to ANZ Chapter Members

Take an active role in your profession’s member association:

  • Would you like to make a more active contribution to the profession of bid/proposal management?

  • Have you thought about shaping the role of the APMP ANZ Chapter within the global APMP community?

  • Would you like to earn Continuing Education Unit (CEU)/Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for your contribution?

Nomination process

Please complete the nomination form below to nominate.
Committee nominations will close on [date] in advance of the Annual General Meeting. Committee and subcommittee roles will be announced at the AGM.
Further information on the nomination process is provided down the page.

For more information or if you have any questions about the nomination, or any committee role, please email:

secretary@apmpanz.org

2026 Nominations

Call for committee nominations

Take an active role in your profession’s member association:

  • Would you like to make a more active contribution to the profession of bid/proposal management?

  • Have you thought about shaping the role of the APMP ANZ Chapter within the global APMP community?

  • Would you like to earn Continuing Education Unit (CEU)/Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for your contribution?

The APMP ANZ Chapter is inviting nominations to serve on the committee for 2026. We strongly encourage you to consider nominating and making an even greater contribution to your career and our profession. A summary of committee and subcommittee roles are described in this document.

Volunteering with the APMP offers a unique opportunity to engage with professionals in the bidding community while contributing to meaningful initiatives. The capacity and workload for each role may fluctuate, reflecting the specific needs of the organisation and individual commitments. To facilitate collaboration and communication among team members, the Committee will meet online for one hour each month. These meetings provide a platform for discussing objectives, sharing updates, and coordinating efforts, helping to foster a strong sense of community among volunteers as they work towards common goals.

About APMP & the ANZ Chapter:

APMP is the worldwide authority for professionals dedicated to winning business through proposals, bids, tenders, and presentations. The organisation was started in 1990 and now has 27 chapters in 79 countries.

The ANZ Chapter was formed in late 2008 for all proposal professionals in Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia Pacific region. The APMP ANZ Chapter has grown to over 600 members, up from 250 members in 2019.

It is a particularly exciting phase as the APMP ANZ Chapter is strengthening its voice as an industry body with a core focus on awareness, credibility and community.

Nomination Process:

Committee nominations will close on [date] in advance of the Annual General Meeting. Committee and subcommittee roles will be announced at the AGM.

Committee

We have provided a concise description of the tasks associated with each committee role, as undertaken by our dedicated volunteers. The overview is intended to give nominees a clear understanding of the responsibilities and expectations for each position.

All members of the ANZ Chapter are eligible for office. Committee roles are voting roles and require attendance at monthly meetings (no more than one hour in duration).

To nominate yourself (or someone else with their permission), you will be directed to complete a form which will include key information such as:

  • Name

  • Position of choice (we encourage you to select multiple options to avoid disappointment)

  • A brief professional profile, no more than 300 words, is needed, including how you can best contribute to the profession.

Subcommittees (various)

As above, this document provides an overview of subcommittee roles. Subcommittee roles are non-voting roles and have a meeting cycle separate to the main committee. These are led by a committee member and support the achievement of initiatives of the ANZ Chapter.

If there is only one candidate nominated for any given position, that person will be elected. Once the call for nominations has officially closed, more details about voting and election deadlines (if required) will be provided.

More information

For more information please contact:

Tania Field (Chapter Chair)

E-mail: chair@apmpanz.com.au
Tel: +61 (0) 401 914 826

Andrea Ambrosio (Chapter Secretary)

E-mail: secretary@apmpanz.com.au
Tel: +61 (0) 438157659

Committee Positions & Responsibilities

Committee – Executives

The following roles are Office Bearers and form an Executive Committee. They meet twice each month to support the administration of the Chapter.

Chair

The Chapter Chair is a member of the APMP ANZ Chapter Executive Committee. Together with the Treasurer, Public Officer, and Secretary, the Executive Committee is responsible for the legal compliance, financial viability, and strategic direction of the Chapter.

  • Strategic Direction and Member Value: The Chapter Chair defines and implements the strategic direction of the Chapter, focusing on providing value to its members.

  • Governance and Compliance: Ensures good governance, alignment with the Associations Incorporation Act 2009, and compliance with APMP Global reporting requirements.

  • Leadership and Support: Oversees all Chapter activities, supports the Executive Committee and Workstream Leads, and fosters a proactive, collaborative culture.

  • Stakeholder Relationships: Builds and maintains relationships with stakeholders, including APMP Global and other Chapter Chairs, to ensure alignment and collaboration.

The Chair must:

  • Demonstrate leadership qualities

  • Work closely with the Vice-Chair and the rest of the Executive Committee

  • Be a proactive, strategic thinker

  • Be comfortable with self-management

  • Protect the brand of the APMP

  • Be a person of good standing in the proposal and business community.

Tenure – We recommend a two-year term

Public Officer

The Public Officer is part of the APMP ANZ Chapter Executive Board, alongside the Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. The public officer role is both the official point of contact for an incorporated association and one of the authorised signatories. This individual must be a resident of NSW, Australia.

  • Official Contact and Document Custody: Acts as the official contact for the association, handles delivery of documents, and maintains custody of any required documents.

  • Compliance and Legal Support: Notifies NSW Fair Trading of address changes, ensures adherence to constitutional requirements, and provides legal interpretation and support.

  • Document Management: Collects and delivers association documents between committee members and ensures proper document handling upon vacating office.

  • Public Relations and Crisis Management: Advises on press releases, manages crises, and updates the Board of Directors on public relations matters.

Tenure – We recommend a two-year term.

Vice-Chair

The Chapter Vice-Chair is part of the APMP ANZ Chapter Executive Board. Alongside the Chair, Treasurer, Public Officer, and Secretary, the Executive Committee is responsible for the legal compliance, financial viability, and strategic direction of the Chapter.

  • Governance and Compliance: Implements and protects good corporate governance and ensures legal compliance.

  • Strategic Direction and Leadership: Contributes to the strategic direction and execution of the Chapter’s decisions and acts as Chair in their absence.

  • Stakeholder Relationships: Builds and maintains relationships with APMP Global and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration.

  • Support and Development: Provides guidance to workstream Leads, manages special projects, and sources grants or financial support.

The Vice-Chair must:

  • Demonstrate leadership qualities

  • Work closely with the Chair and the rest of the Executive Committee

  • Be a proactive and strategic thinker

  • Be comfortable with self-management

  • Protect the brand of the APMP.

Tenure – We recommend a two-year term.

Secretary

The Secretary is part of the APMP ANZ Chapter Executive Committee, alongside the Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and Public Officer. The Secretary is responsible for coordinating the Chapter’s meetings and ensuring accurate capturing and documentation of these meetings.

  • Meeting Coordination: Sets up committee meetings, distributes agendas and ensures accurate minute taking.

  • Information Management: Provides committee members with necessary information, retains all reports, and collates correspondence for the annual report to APMP International.

  • Board Compliance and Efficiency: Ensures Committee members comply with procedures, coordinates among Committee members to enhance efficiency, and supports decision-making.

  • Member Support and Training: Facilitates onboarding and training of new committee members.

Tenure – We recommend a two-year term.

Treasurer

The Treasurer is part of the APMP ANZ Chapter Executive Committee, along with the Chair, Vice-Chair, Public Officer, and Secretary. The Treasurer performs such duties and has powers that may be assigned by the Chapter Chair or general committee via a vote.

  • Financial Oversight: Reports on and manages all Chapter funds, including depositories, and ensures the Chapter remains financially solvent.

  • Fund Disbursement and Reporting: Disburses funds as directed, prepares financial statements, and reports on the Chapter’s financial health.

  • Fiscal Operations Management: Supervises all fiscal operations, including maintaining transaction logs, verifying bank statements, and processing reimbursements.

  • Collaboration and Improvement: Works closely with the Chair and Vice-Chair, provides annual reports to APMP International, and communicates with other Chapter Treasurers to identify opportunities for improvement.

(An accounting/financial background is appreciated but not compulsory)

Tenure – We recommend a two-year term.

Committee – Workstream leads

The following roles have a specific focus area and are Workstream Leads. The Committee meet twice each month to support the administration of the Chapter.

Certification & Corporate Membership Lead

  • Certification

  • Promote the APMP certification program and coordinate certification growth activities.

  • Handle member enquiries related to certification levels.

  • Liaise with Chapter ATOs and act as the local representative to the APMP international Certification Director.

  • Corporate Membership

  • Champion APMP ANZ Corporate Membership and handle enquiries from Chapter members.

  • Obtain quotes for Corporate Membership inquiries and collaborate with APMP International and Corporate Member representatives.

  • Coordinate membership growth activities for corporate members.

Intentional Career Path Lead
(Supported by subcommittee members)

  • Training Organisations

  • Identify training organisations to be affiliated with the APMP ANZ Chapter.

  • Promote training organisations and training opportunities across formal communication channels.

  • Coordinate with the Treasurer to generate and send invoices as required.

  • Establish guidelines to enable a compliance check against each training organisation to ensure there is a good fit with the APMP ANZ Chapter.

  • Intentional Career Path (ICP)

  • Connect with educational institutions (and other related individuals/organisations) to develop initiatives to promote career opportunities for the profession.

Mentoring Lead

  • Organise and set intake periods for the mentor program each calendar year.

  • Manage the application process, including matching mentors and mentees.

  • Coordinate with the Treasurer to generate and send invoices as required.

  • Maintain program documents, manage communication, and establish performance metrics for the program.

Webinar Lead
(Supported by subcommittee members)

  • Create and implement the webinar schedule for each calendar year (using official channels).

  • Develop guidelines and protocols, including appropriate technology and communications to promote webinars.

  • Work with the Communications Lead to establish communications to promote the webinars.

  • Organise registration and ensure a post-webinar feedback is conducted.

  • Conduct industry research to keep up with trends and align the webinar program to suit.

Conference Lead
(Supported by subcommittee members)

  • Coordinate delivery of the APMP ANZ Chapter conference (held every two years).

  • Develop and implement a conference plan, seeking approval from Committee and ensuring budget alignment.

  • Establish a conference subcommittee (at least nine months in advance of the conference date) to execute on the conference plan and manage event planning.

  • Appoint key suppliers, sponsors, and speakers aligned to conference objectives and handle general enquiries.

Jobs Board Lead

  • Handle all enquiries related to job opportunities to be listed on the APMP ANZ Chapter website and to be promoted across formal communication channels.

  • Coordinate with the Treasurer to generate and send invoices as required.

  • Report on the use of the channel and its effectiveness

Marketing & Strategic Partnerships Lead

  • Identify and establish partnerships with complementary organisations, businesses, and academic institutions to create mutually beneficial opportunities.

  • Support the committee to understand opportunities to drive awareness of the association and promote engagement across the Chapters various initiatives.

  • Use data-driven insights to inform marketing strategies and business development initiatives and monitor and evaluate campaign effectiveness.

  • Explore and implement innovative technologies and digital tools to improve member experience and organisational efficiency.

Website Lead
(Supported by subcommittee members)

  • Own and manager the website channel for the APMP ANZ Chapter, including providing direction around the use of the channel.

  • Ensure website content is up to date and reflects the ANZ Chapter’s strategy and communication plan.

  • Liaise with committee members to develop new and update existing content

  • Report on member use of the website and track effectiveness of the channel.

Communication Lead
(Supported by subcommittee members)

  • Own and manage social media (i.e., LinkedIn) and newsletter channels for the APMP ANZ Chapter, including setting direction on the use of channels.

  • Develop a communication plan to support the APMP ANZ Chapter strategic plan and ensure it is reflected across all channels.

  • Develop a communication plan to support major APMP ANZ Chapter campaigns and events, i.e. APMP ANZ Chapter conference.

  • Develop bi-monthly newsletters to members and the community.

  • Contribute to the conference subcommittee and attend relevant meetings.

Member and Growth Lead

  • Resolve member queries, assist with new memberships, and manage membership renewals.

  • Track and report on member retention and growth.

  • Develop strategies to support member retention and growth.

  • Work with relevant committee members to conduct regular surveys to assess member engagement and interests.

  • Work with Communications Lead to establish and analyse engagement across channels.

Networking Lead(s) – Australia, New Zealand and Asia (Three separate roles)
(Supported by subcommittee members)

  • Align networking opportunities with the networking needs of members.

  • Develop a schedule of networking events for each calendar year.

  • Establish and maintain a network of coordinators to assist plan and hold networking events.

  • Liaise with committee members to develop guidelines to ensure consistency of events in all locations.

  • Report on the success of networking events.

Subcommittee Roles

(Non-voting roles. Simply express your interest in any of the roles below by completing the nomination form)

Conference Subcommittee – Awards, Speakers, Sponsors, Communications coordinators (up to eight)

  • Support conference planning activities, including sourcing presenters and sponsors.

Intentional Career Path Subcommittee – General coordinators (up to nine)

  • Assist by researching and establishing contacts to discuss partnerships and initiatives that could assist to define career development pathways.

  • Promote the bid and proposal profession as an intentional career path.

Communication Subcommittee – Content Writers/Coordinators; webinar coordinator (up to three)

  • Write newsletter articles, social media posts, direct emails, and website content as required by committee members and for committee approval.

  • Proof content across communications to ensure consistency with language.

  • Support coordination of webinar events.

Networking Subcommittee – Australia (five), New Zealand (two) & Asia networking (four) coordinators

  • Plan and coordinate networking events working with the Networking Leads in each region.

Executive Subcommittee – General coordinator (one)

  • Assist the Chair, Secretary and Treasurer with general administration including information management and organising events such as the Annual General Meeting.

Overview of Committee Roles - 2026

Committee

  • Chair

  • Vice-Chair

  • Treasurer

  • Public Officer

  • Secretary

  • Conference Lead – Fmr Conference and Event Lead

  • Networking Lead – Asia

  • Networking Lead - New Zealand

  • Networking Lead - Australia

  • Communication Lead – Fmr Communications Lead

  • Member & Growth Lead

  • Webinar Lead

  • Website Lead

  • Mentoring Lead

  • Jobs Board Lead

  • Certifications & Corporate Member Lead

  • Intentional Career Path Lead

  • Marketing & Strategic Partnerships Lead

Subcommittee (non voting roles)

  • Conference Coordinator (eight)

  • Communication Coordinator (three)

  • Executive Coordinator (one)

  • Intentional Career Path (ICP) Coordinator (nine)

  • Networking Coordinator – Australia (Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney); New Zealand (Auckland, Wellington); Asia (Singapore, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong)

Current committee

Please note: The current committee will continue to deliver the chapter's business and activities until 31 December 2025. New committee/ subcommittee members will commence their tenure in late January 2026.