Policy and Communications Group Chair

Posted on: Monday 16 August 2021

Closing: Thursday 2 September 2021 17:00

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Seeking a new Chair for FPM’s Policy and Communications Group

The FPM Policy and Communications Group (PCG) is a dynamic and innovative group, which oversees and supports all the public policy and communications work of FPM. This includes policy development, oversight of the FPM expert groups, production of online and offline member and external communications, and press and media engagement. The group gives direction to some of FPM’s most popular activities, including the FPM Annual Symposium, blogs/FPM Deep Dives, and FPM Conversation events. The group works very closely with an integrated FPM staff team in the implementation of workstreams.

This is an exciting time to lead the group, as pharmaceutical medicine and clinical research are currently very topical, and high on the national and international agenda. FPM has recently strengthened our reputation through a number of policy and media activities. The role of chair is vital to support the ongoing growth in this area and support the new President and the FPM Board deliver on our vision and mission.

All grades of FPM member are eligible to apply. FPM welcomes and actively seeks to recruit people regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, relationship status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

Committee terms of reference

To raise awareness of the science and practice of pharmaceutical medicine, advocate the benefits that the specialty brings to the health of the public and advocate policy developments to support pharmaceutical medicine
To develop and maintain a policy platform (areas of focus, policy position papers, key messages) in line with the FPM mission and objectives
To undertake policy projects on topics connected to pharmaceutical medicine in line with FPM strategy
To approve FPM’s response to external consultations developed by the Expert Groups or other groups within FPM
To liaise with other FPM groups to ensure coordination and alignment of policy activities
To oversee the work of the Expert Groups and to coordinate their input into FPM policy development and related activities
To consider appropriate PR activities to underpin the policy platform
To support internal (member) and external communications
To lead a communications strategy, so that policy activities and other projects are effectively communicated to the intended audience
To generate content and advising on publication strategy for communications to FPM members to engage and inform them
To advise communications staff on press and media activities
To undertake direct media activity on behalf of the FPM, as directed by the FPM Head of Policy and Communications
To advise on content and utility of the FPM website and social media channels and ensure that it is consistent with official FPM positions, policy and messages
To consider the prevailing and future topics of importance to pharmaceutical medicine
To undertake horizon scanning and advise the Executive Committee, Board and Chief Executive on matters relating to policy and communications
To make recommendations as to the policy and scientific content of events and other activities
To consult with other groups within FPM to inform policies and communications, as appropriate
To uphold the FPM Values of being Professional, Innovative, Caring, Collaborative, Credible and Learned

Affiliates, Associates, Members and Fellows are eligible to apply. This is your opportunity to shape the future of policy and communications at FPM.

This vacancy has expired.

Responsibilities of the chair

To ensure that the group’s Terms of Reference are implemented proactively and effectively
To lead and coordinate the activities of the group
To work with FPM staff to organise the schedule of group meetings, and ensure minutes are prepared and circulated in a timely manner
To chair PCG meetings in a timely, fair and democratic manner and ensure that all voices are heard
To provide additional written reports on group activities as required
To attend meetings of the Executive Committee and to communicate effectively with the Board, President, Chief Executive and other FPM staff to ensure the work of the group complements the rest of the FPM’s activities
To identify individual group members to undertake specific tasks or to be the lead member on specific topics
To act as spokesperson for the group and/or FPM when required to do so

Responsibilities of all group members

To attend group meetings
To actively contribute to the work of the group in the areas described above
To participate promptly in communications in between meetings as required
To undertake other activities on behalf of the group and FPM as agreed
To act in compliance with the FPM’s Governing Documents and Procedures
To follow the guidance set out in the FPM’s Committee Guidance Document
To act in compliance with the FPM’s Policies including its Equal Opportunities Policy
To bring impartiality and objectivity to meetings and decision-making
To uphold FPM’s Values (Professional, Innovative, Caring, Collaborative, Credible, Learned) whether dealing internally or with external stakeholders

FPM’s values

We are	This means
Professional	Being accountable for our work and actions
Innovative	Seeking solutions proactively
Caring	Treating everyone with dignity
Collaborative	Working positively with others
Credible	Being honest and ethical in our work
Learned	Investing in developing knowledge and skills

Appointment

The method of appointment is open advertisement from the membership (all grades) of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine. A person specification is provided below. Shortlisted applicants will be normally be appointed through an initial paper-based sift, followed by interview(s) with at least one officer of FPM.

Tenure

Appointed chairs normally serve for a period of 3 years. This can be extended to a maximum of 6 years if re-appointed. Chairs may be asked to step down from the group if they are not able to attend meetings or contribute to the work of the group satisfactorily.

Confidentiality

Information relating to committee business must be kept confidential unless otherwise agreed by FPM.

Expenses

FPM will reimburse travel and sustenance costs arising from reasonable attendance at FPM meetings and events under the terms of the FPM’s Expense Claim Policy.

Person specification

As part of your application, please provide details and examples of how you meet these criteria:

Essential

In good standing with the relevant medical registration body (e.g. GMC)
Current Fellow, Member, Associate or Affiliate of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine in good standing
Evidence of continuing professional development
Evidence of achievement and contributions to the specialty of Pharmaceutical Medicine

Desirable

Currently undergoing revalidation

How to apply

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to fpm@fpm.org.uk. In the covering letter, please outline your relevant experience and interest in the role and how you meet the criteria outlined in the role description.

All grades of FPM member are eligible to apply.

Deadline for applications: 17:00, Thursday 2 September 2021.

Interviews will be held on the afternoon of Monday 6 September.

FPM welcomes and actively seeks to recruit people to its activities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. FPM aspires to reflect the diversity of its members in all its committee, senior roles and staff in general.

If you have any questions about the role or application process please email fpm@fpm.org.uk, or contact Ben Cottam, FPM’s Head of Policy and Communications at b.cottam@fpm.org.uk or +44 (0) 20 3696 9034.