Group volunteer opportunities
CIPR Groups represent the views and needs of members across the UK, overseas and in wide ranging industry sectors and disciplines. Many groups appoint their committees at their AGM's in September and October, so it's worth getting in touch with our Groups a few months in advance if you're keen to serve on a committee. However, you are welcome to express your interest at anytime!
You can check out all our Groups and Networks here. If you are interested in getting involved, please complete the expression of interest form.
National and Regional Groups
CIPR South West Group
Are you ready to raise your profile and support the PR and communications community across the South West? CIPR South West is currently recruiting for two volunteer roles: County Event & Network Coordinators (Bristol, Somerset, Swindon & Devon) and Content Coordinator (South West region-wide). Both roles offer the opportunity to: build your professional profile, expand your network across the region, gain 20 CPD points annually, and develop valuable leadership and strategic skills. Time commitment is minimal (approximately 1–1.5 hours per week), with a significant opportunity to grow your influence within the communications profession. Find out more about both roles here, and if you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Lizzie Homer at [email protected].
CIPR East Anglia Group
CIPR East Anglia brings together professionals from across the region to share learning, insight and support. We are looking for a new digital committee member to support our social media and monthly regional newsletter. You will be part of an amazing volunteer committee and will help share our events, CIPR-wide events, and more. If you’d like to get more involved, we’d love to hear from you. Contact CIPR East Anglia co-chair, Rose, at [email protected].
CIPR North West Group
Are you passionate about public relations and communications? Whether you’re just starting your career or a seasoned professional, our committee is looking for new volunteers to help us support and grow our regional network. Covering a diverse area from Cumbria to North Wales and every town and city in between, we aim to deliver value to PR and communications professionals across the North West. By joining the committee, you’ll play an active role in shaping the future of the profession in our region. It’s a great opportunity to build your personal network, share your expertise, and gain valuable experience. Your skills and ideas can make a real difference to the services we provide to members. We’re looking for committed and enthusiastic volunteers who want to give back to the profession, whether by helping with event planning, communications, or member engagement. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you! For more information email [email protected]
Sectoral Groups
CIPR Defence and Security Network
We are looking for volunteers to join a new Defence and Security committee to help shape the first 12 months and beyond. Specifically, we would like the committee to include (but not limited to) the following:
• Defence industry representative
• Security industry representative
• UK armed forces representative
• UK Government communications representative
• Early career representative (industry or armed forces)
• EDI Champion (industry or armed forces)
• Secretary (industry or armed forces)
If you would like to join the committee, please complete the expression of interest form at the bottom of this page, letting us know which position/s you are interested in, along with no more than 50 words telling us why.
We are looking for good mix of experience (in-house or agency) and representation from all tiers of the supply chain.
Education and Skills
We are keen to recruit more people onto the Education & Skills committee. We are a friendly bunch with a diverse range of talents. Anyone who can make a contribution is welcome, but we are particularly keen to see people from diverse backgrounds, in terms of age, education, ethnicity, neurodiversity and experience. We are particularly looking for a secretary who can host monthly meetings on Zoom or Teams along with anyone with a good network of contacts in the education and skills sector. If you would like to be on the committee please complete the expression of interest form at the bottom of the page.
Sports Network
The Sports Network are looking for new volunteers to join the committee. The committee plan to meet virtually on a regular basis, engage with CIPR members via email and social media, and coordinate events of interest. If you have experience or keen interest in the sports industry and a few hours a week to spare, Chair David Alexander would love to hear from you. Please register your interest using the form at the bottom of the page.
Local Public Services
The group are looking for a creative communicator to:
Manage social channels
Develop a content calendar
Create social content including visuals
Produce a monthly newsletter
You will have a team of senior communicators to organise. In return you get a grateful network of PR people, a great chance to build a portfolio for your CV and training opportunities. If you are interested in this role or would like to receive any more information, please complete the expression of interest form at the bottom of the page.
STEM Group
The CIPR STEM Group is a dynamic community dedicated to strengthening communications across Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We connect PR professionals, educators, and industry experts to promote best practices, celebrate innovation, and support the growth of STEM-focused communications. We’re currently looking for enthusiastic individuals to fill key roles, including:
• Ambassadors: Represent one of the four pillars—Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics—and help champion the group’s initiatives.
• Committee Members: Help guide the Group’s strategy, events, and campaigns to ensure we deliver value to the STEM and PR communities.
• Event Organisers: Support the planning and delivery of in-person and virtual events that inspire, educate, and connect members.
• Content Creators: Develop engaging content, including articles, social posts, and case studies, to amplify the impact of STEM communications.
• Ideas Originators: If you have an idea for an event, visit or anything else, but don’t have the time to implement it, let us know and we’ll look to build a team around it.
If you're passionate about STEM and communications and want to make a difference, get in touch to find out how you can contribute and help shape the future of this growing community. Together, we can champion innovation and inspire the next generation of STEM communicators.
CIPR Engage Podcast Editorial Board
The Engage Podcast team are looking for new volunteers to help produce our quarterly series of podcasts. Please complete the below expression of interest form if you are interested in joining the team to create diverse, engaging content exploring topical discussions. Find out more about the Engage Podcast here.
Register your interest
If you would like to hear about relevant volunteering opportunities as they become available, please register your details and we will be in touch.
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