Committee and Programme Officer

Job Title: Programmes and Committees Officer (Maternity Cover)Salary: £30,000 per annumContract: Maternity Cover (2nd December 2024 - 30th January 2026)Location: Holborn, London (Hybrid working available)

About the Role

Our client is an esteemed professional association dedicated to advancing excellence in the field of orthopaedic surgery and musculoskeletal health. They are seeking a highly organised and motivated Programmes and Committees Officer to join their team on a maternity cover basis.

Reporting to the Head of Education and Programmes, as the Programmes and Committees Officer you will oversee a range of projects, provide essential committee support, and work with key stakeholders, including senior clinicians, Council members, and other professional bodies. This is a diverse role requiring excellent project management, communication, and administrative skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate a variety of projects, including clinical practice reviews and the development of guidance and information materials.
• Organise and attend internal and external meetings, preparing agendas, writing minutes, and following up on actions.
• Liaise with committee members and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and progress on projects.
• Prepare consultation responses, reports, letters, and presentations on important issues affecting the medical profession and members.
• Support the President, Executive team, and Committee Chairs with the creation of briefing materials and presentations.
• Handle a wide range of enquiries from members, medical professionals, and external stakeholders.
• Assist with the planning and logistics for events, meetings, and conferences.
• Use the CRM system to maintain accurate records, including contact details and tracking committee queries.
• Work closely with the communications team to promote committee work and relevant projects.
• Assist in financial management, including processing committee expense claims and preparing budgets for projects and programmes.

Requirements:

• Significant committee administration experience, including organising and attending meetings and minute-taking.
• Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organisational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with senior board or committee members.
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Word, Excel, and CRM/database systems.
• A degree or equivalent experience is essential, and a project management qualification is desirable.

Benefits:

• Annual leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays + 4 privilege days between Christmas and New Year.
• Pension: SAUL pension scheme - Employee contribution: 6%; Employer contribution: 16% (including admin costs).
• Hybrid working: 1-2 days in the office, 3-4 days from home (initially more office-based for handover).
• Additional monitor(s) provided for home working.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful work in a dynamic environment. If you have the relevant experience and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.