The RES are looking to recruit a new Chair of the Professional Development & Education Committee.
Background
The RES Professional Development and Education (PDE) Committee, established in 2020, co-ordinates and oversees the Society’s activities relating to the professional development, training and education in economists in both educational and professional settings.
The PDE Committee:
It is divided into two sub-committees:
It is expected that each committee member actively contributes to the objectives of one of the two sub-committees.
Role Responsabilities
The PDE Committee Chair is responsible for overseeing the committee, working with its members to deliver activities aimed at supporting the Economics community. The Chair ensures that the committee’s activities support the Society’s strategic objectives, delivers financially viable activities and works in collaboration with related RES initiatives and the Society’s office.
The estimated time commitment for the role is equivalent to 8 days per year. The term is three years. There is potential for the term to be renewed once for up to 3 years, within the usual protocols of key appointments within the Society through the Trustee Board. This is an unpaid position.
Application Process
Applications are welcome from individuals interested in shaping Professional Development and Education within our profession.
Queries about the role can be directed to Georgina Jenkins via events@res.org.uk
