Volunteer Membership Committee Member

Purpose of the role

The Membership Committee is a strategic advisory body that supports the Royal College of Podiatry’s mission to grow, retain and engage members across all sectors of practice. Members provide insight into the needs and experiences of podiatrists at different career stages, helping to shape the College’s membership strategy, value proposition and overall member experience.

Committee members act in an advisory capacity and do not hold financial or operational authority.

Key responsibilities

• Provide insight into the needs, expectations and experiences of members within your career stage
• Contribute to discussions on membership strategy, categories, benefits and engagement
• Review trends in recruitment, retention, satisfaction and diversity across the membership
• Champion member voice by engaging with Branches, Networks and the Members’ Forum
• Support the development of inclusive, accessible and equitable membership services
• Participate in monitoring risks and performance against key indicators
• Collaborate with other College committees to ensure joined‑up decision‑making

Skills and experience

Candidates should be:

• A fully paid‑up member of the Royal College of Podiatry
• Currently in the career stage they wish to represent (Student, Early Career, Mid‑Career, Advanced, Pre‑retirement)
• Able to reflect the views and experiences of peers within their career stage
• Interested in membership engagement, professional development and the future of the profession
• Comfortable analysing information, contributing constructively and working collaboratively

Personal attributes

• Sound judgement and the ability to consider diverse perspectives
• Constructive, collaborative and respectful in discussion
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Willingness to contribute time, insight and professional experience
• Adherence to the College’s Code of Conduct for Committee Members

Time commitment

• Minimum of three meetings per year, primarily online.
• Occasional additional virtual discussions or task‑and‑finish groups.
• Up to one in‑person meeting annually (expenses reimbursed in line with policy)

Term length

• Three‑year term, renewable once (maximum six years)
• Members must step down if they no longer meet the criteria for the role they represent

Remuneration

This is a voluntary, non‑remunerated position. Reasonable travel expenses for in‑person meetings will be reimbursed in line with College policy.

How to apply

If you are committed to strengthening the member experience and representing your career stage within the College, we would welcome your application.

Please submit an expression of interest by completing this form: The Royal College of Podiatry Committee Members application form

For these positions you do not need to submit a CV.

Closing date: 12 April 2026