Volunteering with IAM India Chapter

Sector Champions Groups

India's rapid infrastructure expansion demands a shift from reactive maintenance to strategic, lifecycle-based asset management. To drive this transformation, the Institute of Asset Management (IAM) India Chapter is launching its initial cohort of Sector Champions Groups across five vital pillars of the economy:

• Transport
• Power
• Water & Environment
• Hydrocarbons
• Manufacturing

As a Sector Champion, you will serve as a key catalyst – bringing together government policy makers, regulators, asset owners, operators, consultants, technology providers, and academia to promote the adoption of Asset Management standards and best practices, advocate policy improvements, and raise execution standards.

Why Volunteer?

• Drive National Impact: Shape the standards and policies governing critical infrastructure in India.
• Lead the Ecosystem: Position yourself and your organisation at the centre of industry dialogue.
• Expand Professional Reach: Collaborate with global IAM networks, regulatory authorities, and peer leaders.

If you are passionate about elevating asset performance, resilience, and sustainability in your sector, and adoption of emerging digital technologies and AI, we invite you to express your interest by joining your respective Sector Champions Group.

Expressions of interest close on 27 November 2026.

Terms of Reference (ToR) – Sector Champions Groups

1. Objectives & Purpose

• Advocacy & Awareness: Promote ISO 55000 standards and best practices available through IAM's Body of Knowledge adapted to sector-specific realities.
• Stakeholder Bridge: Connect policy makers, asset owners, supply chain partners, and academia to align policy with operational execution.
• Knowledge Hub: Capture, publish, and disseminate sector-relevant case studies, frameworks, and benchmarks.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Policy & Regulatory Dialogue: Formulate sector-specific feedback for government and regulatory bodies on asset lifecycle management, safety, and risk.
• Knowledge Generation: Host targeted roundtables, webinars, and technical working sessions at least once per quarter and at the IAM India Annual Conference.
• Academic & Innovation Integration: Partner with academic institutions to bridge skill gaps and integrate emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, predictive analytics, digital twins).
• Community Growth: Recruit new professional members and participating organizations within the sector.

3. Group Structure & Governance

• Composition: Each Sector Group will consist of 7–12 volunteer members representing diverse stakeholder groups (policy, owner/operator, tech, consulting, academia).
• Leadership: A Sector Lead and Co-Lead will be elected by the group members for a 2-year tenure to direct initiatives and interface with the IAM India Executive Board.
• Meeting Cadence: Monthly virtual working meetings and two annual in-person roundtables.

4. Deliverables & KPIs (Annual)

• Minimum of 2 Industry Whitepapers / Case Studies published under the IAM India banner.
• 1 Flagship Sector Roundtable featuring representation across government, Industry, and academia.
• Measurable Community Growth (target metrics for sector membership engagement).

How to Apply

1. Read the Terms of Reference above so you know what the role involves.
2. Choose your Sector Group. Pick your first choice and any other group you would also be willing to join.
3. Decide if you would like to be considered for Sector Lead or Co-Lead. These roles carry additional coordination responsibilities: directing the group's initiatives and acting as the link with the IAM India Executive Board.
4. Get internal approval if you need it. If your organisation requires approval for external volunteering, please start that conversation early.
5. Submit the Expression of Interest form below by 27 November 2026. It takes about 5 minutes.

Timeline

Questions?

Contact the IAM India Secretariat at office@india.theiam.org

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