The Institute of Osteopathy (iO) is looking for a lay professional to join the iO council, who has a drive to contribute to the development of osteopathy in the UK. If you, or someone you know, are experienced in the broad health market, such as policy or educational development and are passionate about positively impacting the nation’s health then the iO want to hear from you.
Category: Vacancies
Volunteering at the HMSA
Due to expansion, the Hypermobility Syndromes Association (HMSA) is looking for a number of people in volunteering roles, with everything from administrative support through to fundraising and trustees required.
There are six categories of recruitment:
- Volunteer fundraiser;
- Volunteer administrator;
- Volunteer bookkeeper/Accountant;
- Trustees;
- Social Media Support Team;
- and Transcription volunteers.
You can browse and apply for the roles here.
New Executive Manager and continuing HMSA recruitment
Hannah Ensor (chair of the board of trustees) has been covering the CEO role for several months now, so Hypermobility Syndromes Association (HMSA) is very pleased to welcome a new Executive Manager, Jane van Velsen, who will be taking on the management of the charity.
This role replaces that of CEO, and will mean managing the practical and operational side of the organisation. Jane has a lot of experience in charity management and is passionate about getting the hypermobile community the support it needs – from early diagnosis to appropriate long term advice and input.…
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Could you be an ARMA trustee?
Nominations for the election of ARMA trustees are open!
There are three vacancies and we encourage you to apply. The Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance (ARMA) provides a collective voice for the arthritis and musculoskeletal community in the UK. Our vision is that musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders are a priority in policy and practice in the UK. We work collectively and collaboratively with our members – 30 organisations, ranging from specialised support groups for rare diseases to major research charities and national professional bodies.…
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NICE Fellowships and Scholarships
The NICE Fellows and Scholars programmes will be recruiting to their 2020 intake from Monday 2 September until Monday 28 October 2019.
Fellowships
Are you an experienced leader in health and social care? Could you build an influential network that helps us to implement our guidance? NICE fellows are experienced leaders from the field of health and social care who are our ambassadors at regional and national levels.
Learn more about NICE Fellows. Fellowship recruitment is now open until 28 October 2019.…
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ARMA Treasurer
Could you be the new treasurer of ARMA? This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wishes to gain experience of serving as a charity treasurer. As a small charity, ARMA’s finances are relatively straightforward, so you don’t necessarily need to be a highly qualified accountant. The skills and knowledge required might have been gained through financial qualifications, running a business or previous treasurer experience.
An interest in improving health services is desirable, but we do not require any previous experience of working in health services.…
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UK Gout Society patient trustee
The UK Gout Society is seeking a new patient trustee.
Those interested should apply to info@ukgoutsociety.org.
Apply for the MSK Champions Programme
Arthritis Research UK’s vision is to develop and cultivate a UK-wide community of multi-disciplinary learners, leaders and influencers of change in musculoskeletal health services, with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of lives for people affected by musculoskeletal conditions.
Together with Ashridge Executive Education, we have created a bespoke leadership initiative, which individuals through a unique development programme to become Champions of musculoskeletal care. The programme will be tailored to meet individual leadership development needs and ensure that Champions are supported and coached to drive tangible improvements in MSK services within their local health systems.…
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DWP Community partners programme
The Department for Work and Pensions is looking to second people with a professional or lived experience of musculoskeletal conditions to work on an exciting, new project. The Community Partners Programme is a new initiative working with Jobcentre colleagues to enhance our service to customers with disabilities and health conditions.
We are looking to second a colleague from a local organisation to be a Musculoskeletal Community Partner to work across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. We are looking to arrange secondments with organisations who would like their colleagues to gain valuable experience in a government department, and to share their specialist skills and knowledge to enhance the supported to Jobcentre colleagues with disabilities and health conditions.…
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NICE Persistent Pain Guidelines committee
NICE is looking for members to join the persistent pain guideline committee.
They are looking for:
- two general practitioners
- a pain specialist
- a physician with interest in pain
- a liaison psychiatrist
- a pharmacist
- an allied health professional
- a commissioner
- a pain psychologist
- a nurse specialist or practitioner
- a public health professional.
They are also looking for co-opted expert witnesses with the following background or experience:
- an addiction specialist
- a social worker.
Find full details here on the NICE website.
NICE are also recruiting for lay members to join the committee: www.nice.org.uk/lay-member-persistent-pain-guideline-committee…
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