Become a trustee at HIS
Trustees help inspire, set and maintain the charity’s vision, mission and values. Trustees attend Council meetings in order to help to develop the HIS strategy, and ensure compliance and accountability for finances, legal and governmental obligations are met. The typical anticipated time commitment for trustees is attendance and advance preparation (reading) for:
- Council meetings - take place four times per year
- Annual Away Day
- Annual General Meeting
Concerned about the time commitment? HIS has an experienced and committed staff team who undertake all operational work so that trustees can focus on the strategic activities of the Society. Joining meetings by teleconference is an option.
Many Trustees also choose to be involved in other Society activities, such as planning educational events and guideline development, all of which is coordinated and supported by the staff team.
HIS is committed to creating an inclusive culture that supports equality and diversity, and we welcome applications from any member who supports the Society’s objectives and wishes to make an active contribution to their delivery. A medical qualification is not essential, and we encourage applications from experienced professionals working in both immediate and extended IPC teams (including nurses, research scientists, epidemiologists, pharmacists, estates personnel and others), who gained their qualifications either within the UK or overseas.
Previous experience in a trustee role is not essential, as a full induction will take place.
Trustees who serve as ordinary members of Council do so for a three year term of office.
To express an interest in becoming a future Trustee
Please email Sarah Adibi, Chief Executive (sarah.adibi@his.org.uk) and include a 500-700 word description of what you feel you could bring to the trustee role. Applications should also include a completed trustee eligibility form and include details of any roles you hold with in other learned societies or professional bodies.
Details of the members of the current HIS Council can be found here.
A description of the trustee role is available to download.
If you are interested in finding out more about being a HIS trustee and what it entails, you are welcome to chat informally with one of the existing Council members. To arrange a discussion, please contact Sarah Adibi - sarah.adibi@his.org.uk