AfPP Regional Lead - Northern Ireland

Role

Regional Lead - Northern Ireland
Reports To: Education Lead
Location: Region & remote working

Key Relationships: AfPP HQ (Education Lead, Clinical Patient Safety Lead, Events Team, Marketing Team), Region assigned Trustee, Regional Team Members, Specialist Interest Groups SIGs

Role summary: The Regional Lead plays a pivotal role in supporting the Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP) by leading a regional team to promote education & networking. The Regional Lead ensures the delivery of high-quality regional activities, including study days, while fostering collaborative and inclusive team environments. The Regional Lead facilitates education, enhances networking opportunities, and ensures a continuing regional AfPP presence.

Term of Appointment: Initial term of up to three years, with potential to continue to support the team and new Regional Lead in role.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Maintain Region email account and correspond with AfPP HQ and members appropriately.
• Lead the regional team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Create a supportive, respectful, and inclusive team environment.
• Address concerns within the team or escalate them to the AfPP Education Lead when necessary.
• Mentor and support team members for future leadership roles.
• Maintain an active succession plan to ensure continuance of regional activity.

Educational activities

• Plan, organise, and host at least one regional study day and one webinar annually.
• Work with AfPP HQ (Education, Events, and Patient Safety Leads) on event planning and delivery.
• Source speakers and suggest sponsors for regional events.
• Adhere to marketing and planning timelines.

Networking and Engagement

• Build and maintain active local networks through meetings, events, and regular communication.
• Engage with regional theatre departments to promote activities and recruit new members.
• Disseminate and promote relevant information about AfPP and regional activities.
• Maintain regular communication with the Education Lead ensuring regional activity is aligned with AfPP's strategic direction.

Commitment

• A time commitment of around 6-8 hours per month, varying throughout the periods of event activity.
• Attendance at AfPP Annual National Conference in person and Annual General Meeting online.
• Advocate for AfPP's mission, values, and professional standards.
• Act as the primary representative of AfPP for the region.
• Advocate for best practices in perioperative care, championing patient safety and practitioner wellbeing.

Personal Specification

• Essential
• Current AfPP Membership
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships
• Commitment to promoting education and professional development
• Commitment to supporting AfPP's Strategic direction
• Previous experience in a leadership or coordination role

• Desirable
• Previous experience as a Regional Team member
• Understanding of AfPP's mission and values
• Familiarity with social media platforms for professional engagement and promotion.
• Experience in delivering presentations.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and engage a diverse group of professionals.

How to apply
To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a statement outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience to: