Essential Benefits of joining REMI’s membership
When you become a member of REMI, the following are the most important benefits you will get as a member.
- Access to Exclusive Content on resource mobilization: One of the primary benefits of joining REMI is gaining access to exclusive content. This may include sample project proposals, business plans, educational resources, newsletter, research, project, program and annual reports, and resource mobilization insights that non-members cannot access. These resources can help you to stay informed and up-to-date in the field of resource mobilization.
- Networking Opportunities: Signing up for a membership often opens doors to valuable networking opportunities. REMI Members can attend events, conferences, and seminars to connect with like-minded individuals. Online forums and communities with members-only access can also provide a platform for Members to exchange ideas and collaborate. REMI helps its members to connect!
- Discounts and Savings: REMI can only negotiate member-only discounts for its members. This might include discounts on trainings and other products and services offered by REMI. Only members can get discounts and benefit from the services offered by REMI. When it comes to partnerships, REMI members will always come first. When you join REMI as a member, more doors for partnerships are open to you and your organization or business enterprise.
- Advocacy and Representation. REMI often advocate for its members’ interests and this one of the reasons why REMI was formed. REMI will always engage in lobbying efforts, provide its members representation in decision-making processes, and run public awareness campaigns that benefit its members.
- Trainings and Workshops. REMI offers training programs and workshops where members enhance their skills on resource mobilization. REMI also provide certification programs that boost members’ career prospects. REMI is a go-to educational resource for members and is even a place where one can obtain needed credentials, one way of making you organization or business enterprise indispensable.
- Mentorship Programs. REMI Mentorship programs connect experienced professionals in resource mobilization with newcomers, providing guidance, skill transfer, and personal growth opportunities. This is not only beneficial to mentees; it’s also rewarding for mentors.
- Job Boards and Career Services. REMI maintain a job board with job listings relevant to its members. REMI also offers services like resume reviews and career counseling to help members advance in their careers.
Community Engagement Benefits
- Volunteering Opportunities. REMI often has volunteering opportunities and priority goes to members looking to give back. Some of these opportunities might be tied to member’s professional skills like offering IT Experts chance to lead a digital security training for at-risk civil society organizations.
- Community Outreach Programs. The volunteering opportunities available at REMI usually involve highlighting opportunities other Organizations offer. With REMI’s community outreach program, you get chance to participate in community outreaches and this is one way of giving back to the community. Think of how REMI members can bring their shared skills and perspectives to benefit the communities it serves.
- Recognition and Awards. With this benefit, REMI is giving back to its members by celebrating their contributions. This could involve spotlighting them in its publication or giving out awards highlighting excellence in its field. And awards are part of REMI’s annual fundraising drive.
Communication & Information Benefits
- Newsletters and Publications. REMI sends out regular members-only newsletter with important information and updates. REMI also offers its members an opportunity to advertise in its publications like magazine and its website.
- Webinars and Seminars. REMI organizes Webinars and seminars for its members, offering educational content, expert guest speakers, and interactive Q&A sessions that allow members to expand their knowledge and skills. Webinars can be viewed by REMI members no matter where they are. With in-person seminars, you can also have access to networking opportunities-two benefits for the cost of one!
- Access to Research and Data. REMI members can have access to research reports, resource mobilization market trends, and extensive research libraries.
Financial & Support Benefits
- Grants and Scholarships. With its partner members, REMI offers grants, research grants, and scholarships for members or their dependents all within the scope of Resource Mobilization.
- Legal and Consulting Services. Legal advice, consulting support, project and financial planning services can be available to members, providing essential support in both personal and professional matters.
Technology & Tools Benefits
- Access to Software and Tools. Membership to REMI can include access to software licenses, productivity tools, and co-working platforms, which are useful for professionals. If you don’t have the financial resources to cover the full cost of a software license, REMI can help you only if you are a member
- Coming Soon-Online Learning Platforms. Beginning with the March Trainings,REMI will offer an online learning platform that provides members with access to e-learning courses, skill-building resources, and e-books that aid in continuous learning and growth.
Feedback & Evaluation Benefits
- Surveys and Feedback Mechanisms. REMI members’ input is valuable, and REMI often conduct member satisfaction surveys to gather feedback. This information helps in continuous improvement and tailoring benefits to member needs.
- Performance Metrics and Reports. Transparency is vital, and REMI provides performance metrics and progress reports to demonstrate the impact that it is making as well as the benefits of individual membership.
Personal Growth & Well-Being Benefits
- Health and Wellness Programs. Health and wellness programs, including fitness classes, mental health resources, and stress management workshops, can contribute to REMI members’ overall well-being. REMI partners with several organizations that can help in offer these services to members at a reasonable (or possibly not) cost.
- Personal Development Workshops. REMI provides personal development workshops, such as leadership training, time management, and goal-setting sessions, that can help its members grow personally and professionally.
MEMBERSHIP FEES
EXECUTIVE MEMBERSHIP ($200)
Executive members act as official representatives for their organizations and Business enterprises. These include Executive Directors, Chief Executive Officers, Managing Directors, Head teachers, principals and Directors of schools and Tertiary institutions
AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP ($150)
Affiliate membership may be granted to organizations and business enterprises that provide a service or product to a given community or clients. Affiliate membership applies to organizations, organizations, companies and institutions including, but not limited to, the following: CBOs, SACCOs, Save and Credit Associations, NGOs, schools, Churches, Financial institution, private and public companies, government Agencies and Commissions
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP ($30)
Individual members are persons who self-fund their membership dues, as opposed to the dues being paid by their employer. In the event the member transitions to a different organization, their membership remains with the individual, not their employer. These members are entitled to all the rights of full membership.
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP ($15)
Student Members are individuals enrolled in Certificate, Diploma and degree-granting programs of accredited schools, colleges/universities who have demonstrated interest in Resource Mobilization. Student membership is not available to those who would qualify for membership under the Regular membership category. Student membership eligibility ends six months after the completion of certificate, diploma, degree, or upon employment in the field, whichever comes first. These members are entitled to all the rights of full membership
HONORARY LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP ($100)
Honorary Lifetime Members are individuals no longer eligible for active membership who have been members of REMI for a significant number of years, and who have made notable contributions in the fields of career services or Resource Mobilization, or who have made notable contributions to REMI and who are nominated by members and approved by the Advisory Board. Such members shall not vote, hold office, or pay dues. Honorary Lifetime members who return to the profession must resume full dues-paying membership responsibilities and privileges in order to remain active in REMI
RETIREE MEMBERSHIP ($50)
Retiree Members. A qualified member, upon retirement, may retain membership in REMI. These members are entitled to all the rights of full membership. The individual’s membership status will belong to the individual and dues payment will be the responsibility of the individual.
GROUP MEMBERSHIP
Memberships may be paid as part of a group membership, which allows individuals from one organization or company to “group” their membership registration under the parent organization or company, at a flat rate, and receive one invoice for the entire office or department. For each Group Membership, one individual will be identified as the primary member/contact. Group membership eligibility will be verified by REMI at the time of the group’s application. Group membership is categorized as follows
- 1-4 members ($50)
- 5-9 members ($100)
- 10-15 members ($150)
- 16-20 members ($200)