| Job Title | BSG Training Committee Chair/Deputy Chair | |
| Reports to | BSG President | |
| Other Regular Relationships | BSG Training Committee members, BSG CEO & Office Team, Chairs of BSG Higher Committees and Sections, BSG Executive. | |
| Scope | Honorary appointment for 4 years; first 2 years as Deputy Chair, followed by 2 years as Chair
Time commitment of approximately 1 PA | |
| Overall Purpose of the Job | To lead the training agenda on behalf of the BSG Executive and chair the Training Committee. | |
The BSG Training Committee is a forum for discussion on the training needs of Specialist Registrars in medical gastroenterology. It aims to coordinate discussion between professional bodies with an interest and make recommendations. As one of the Higher Committees, the Training Committee has a deputy chair who will succeed the chair and ensure continuity of work and delivery of the committee’s strategy. In addition to supporting the chair to facilitate the National Introduction Day, within the Training Committee, there is also the opportunity to lead on other projects. One key role of the deputy chair is to steer the New Consultants Advisory Group - a subsection of the Training Committee and one that is continuing to grow and develop and one that, in my time as deputy, I have been incredibly proud to be part of. In addition, you will be expected to attend meetings for both the BSG and SAC, and take an active role within the awarding panels for both the Barber’s award and Dame Parveen Kumar award. The role is an opportunity to develop greater understanding of wider policy relating to training and identify ways to ensure that this is delivered in the most equitable way to all of those pursuing what remains an incredibly exciting specialty. KEY OBJECTIVES
- The Training Deputy Chair/Chair is responsible for the successful direction and delivery of the BSG Training agenda.
- The Training Deputy Chair/Chair is a member of the BSG Executive and, in that role, supports the general direction and development of the BSG.
- The Deputy Chair will support the Chair and deputise on their behalf when required.
MAIN DUTIES, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To lead the development and execution of the BSG Training Strategy
- To direct and chair the Training Committee with the support of the Committee Manager
- To be an active member of the BSG Executive and lead the overall strategic direction relating to Training.
- To attend Specialty Training Committees (SAC) on behalf of the BSG and ensure effective communication between SAC and Training Committee members, in particular Programme Directors.
- Attend other BSG Committees as requested by the President or the Chair of the Trainee Committee
- To support effective communication between BSG Training Committee, Workforce Lead and the National Recruitment Lead.
The British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) believes that equity of opportunity is of fundamental importance for everyone involved in our organisation. We welcome and actively seek to recruit individuals to our activities regardless of race, religion, ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or working pattern. The BSG aims to encourage diversity of membership in all committees, senior roles and staff.
Person Specification |
Essential |
Desirable |
| Clinical/Service Achievements/Experience | Qualified and practicing Consultant Gastroenterologist/Hepatologist
Significant professional experience & a demonstrable commitment to gastroenterology/hepatology
BSG Member and evidence of active participation or association with BSG
Recent experience in clinical service delivery | Higher level qualification e.g. PhD, MD, MSc
Affiliation with relevant Royal College or regulatory body
Experience as a Training Programme Director (TPD) or similar role in one of the NHS training authorities or an examining body
Formal leadership role |
| Established relationships | An understanding of BSG Committees and Structures
Track record of working in Education or Training
Previous experience as a member of Committee or Council or Section of the BSG | Active in region/local health economy
Similar experience of other Societies or National Committees |
| Personal Qualities | Evidence of Leadership skills
Evidence of Team working & relevant communication and organisational skills
Understanding of governance
Time, resilience & commitment to undertake the roles
Commitment to BSG values including fairness, equality and diversity | Governance experience either in an NHS role or in the charitable sector |
