Join our Policy and Standards Committee

Why join this committee?

The Policy and Standards Committee supports the work of our Board of Trustees.

The committee's role is to make sure that IOSH aligns with national and global developments, sector policy and standards. It supports the Board with strategy and sets out IOSH's values, culture and behaviours to help deliver this.

Joining our Policy and Standard Committee is the perfect way to:

• show your abilities
• develop contacts
• give something back to your profession.

You’ll gain an understanding of strategic decision making, have the opportunity to discuss resources and learn about the direction in which the organisation is going.

You can have a direct impact on our future, helping the Board fulfil its roles and responsibilities.

Who can apply?

This vacancy is for an independent committee member. You cannot be an IOSH member.

We are looking for someone with these skills and experience.

• Experience of working in the education sector with specialist expertise and ability to scrutinise regulation and policies for this area.
• Currently working in, or have previously worked in, vocational, further or higher education, or professional qualifications (not necessarily health and safety subject area as this could create conflicts of interest).
• Understanding of UK education frameworks and fit with other countries’ qualifications and credit frameworks.
• Experience and understanding of developing professional guidance.
• Understanding of the role of competencies in designing professional standards.
• Experience analysing regulations and policies.
• Understanding of UK membership standards.

We encourage applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds to ensure we have a diverse and inclusive committee. We are particularly interested in recruiting women to achieve a better gender balance. We are committed to supporting people with the potential to grow into this role.

What’s involved?

You’ll need to attend four virtual meetings per year. It may be necessary on occasion to hold additional meetings. You’ll also need to spend some time reading and reviewing papers between meetings.

Appointments are for a two or three-year term. Terms of office are staggered for continuity.

The role is unpaid, however reasonable expenses will be paid.

Interviews

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. These are likely to be during the first week of June.