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Become our President-Elect and Vice-Chair of Council

Help shape our future at a pivotal time

This is a unique opportunity to take on a senior and influential volunteer position within IOSH progressing to become our future President and Chair of Council.

This role also includes serving as Vice-Chair of Council, giving you a unique opportunity to influence both leadership and governance at a pivotal time for IOSH.

You’ll be fully supported throughout both aspects of the role by the Presidential Team Officer and the Governance team, ensuring you can succeed confidently in both aspects of the role.

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Who can apply?

You must be a paid-up IOSH member, have an up-to-date continuing professional development (CPD) record and be one of the following:

  • a Chartered Member who is on our Council
  • a Chartered Member who is on an IOSH community committee
  • a Chartered Member who is a member of an IOSH standing committee or sub-committee
  • a Chartered Fellow.

What’s involved?

The role of President-Elect focuses on:

  • promoting our vision of a safe and healthy world of work
  • supporting the delivery of our strategy
  • sharing key messages with members, the wider occupational health and safety profession and other stakeholders
  • representing us globally at events and in the media
  • engaging with and supporting our membership through the network of IOSH communities.

Alongside this you will gain experience in a high-profile strategic leadership position, broaden your understanding of the organisation and profession, and prepare to transition into the role President and Chair of Council.

As President-Elect, your time commitment will generally be lighter. As not all activities require attendance in person, this may range from one to eight hours per month. Once you take on the role of President, your expected commitment will increase to approximately 30 days per year, typically ranging from eight to 32 hours per month.

This is a guide and will vary depending on IOSH priorities and your own personal commitments.

You can contact Sunita Patel with any questions or to talk through the role in more detail.

A dual leadership role

As President-Elect and Vice-Chair of Council, you’ll combine ambassadorial leadership with governance responsibility – helping shape IOSH’s future at a crucial time.

You’ll be joining IOSH at a pivotal time, with the chance to shape change and make a real difference.

“Now is the perfect time to step up and put yourself forward for the role of President-Elect. Your experience, passion, and vision can help shape the future of our profession as we continue to grow globally, uphold the highest standards, and share expertise that champion a safer, healthier world of work for everyone. The Presidential team is ready for bold, dedicated leaders, and that leader could be you.”

Kelly Nicoll

Job role
Immediate Past President
Company
IOSH

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How to apply

We’re recruiting for a dual role of President-Elect and Vice Chair of Council. (to be ratified at the annual general meeting (AGM) later in the year). This dual role offers a unique opportunity to contribute at both Presidential and Council level, shaping the future of IOSH.

We need two completed forms – an application form and a supporting statement.

Applications open on 24 June and close on 15 July.

  1. Fill in your application form

    Tell us about your skills and experience.

    Show how you’ll support our strategy.

  2. Supporting statement form

    Ask your line manager or a senior industry peer to complete the form.

    Your supporter must not be be an IOSH member.

Reasonable adjustments

Let us know if you need us to make a reasonable adjustment to help you apply for this vacancy. You can email governance@iosh.com or phone +44 (0)116 350 0700 and ask to speak to the Governance team.

You’ll be fully supported throughout both aspects of the role by the Presidential Team Officer and the Governance team, ensuring you can succeed confidently in both aspects of the role.

Key dates

Applications open on 24 June and close on 15 July.

If successful, you will be asked to attend a Council meeting (virtually) for a final presentation and nomination by Council.

“Having convinced myself I was worthy, I approached my Presidential team application with humility, profoundly aware of the successes and achievements of those who have previously served. I committed to building upon their legacy, acting as a custodian of the role, and creating a clear pathway to the Presidential team for others to follow.”

Richard Bate

Job role
President
Company
IOSH

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