Censor-in-Chief

With the RACGP’s national footprint, this role offers flexibility in where you are based, with travel across Australia to connect with colleagues, members and key stakeholders as the role requires.
Help shape the future of the RACGP
As a Fellow, you understand what RACGP Fellowship represents to the profession and the community. As Censor-in-Chief, you’ll help uphold its integrity and value, assure the nationally consistent application of standards and make an enduring contribution to future generations of GPs.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you’ll lead the Council of Censors, and work closely with the Board, the Executive team, Medical Educators and Education and Training leaders to fulfil the responsibilities and delegated authority of this important role.
About The Role
The RACGP is seeking an accomplished Fellow and senior medical educator for the employed executive role of Censor-in-Chief.
You’ll advance academic excellence and uphold the integrity and value of RACGP Fellowship. You’ll provide authoritative advice and academic leadership on academic quality and integrity, education governance, Fellowship standards and related education policy and guidance.
Leading the Council of Censors and the Professional Standards Committee, you'll assure the equitable, defensible and nationally consistent application of standards across pathways to Fellowship.
The remit is significant and the decisions can be complex. You'll bring sound judgement, professional credibility and the ability to work constructively across educational, executive and governance settings.
In this role, you will
Lead the Council of Censors and Professional Standards Committee
Assure the equitable, defensible and nationally consistent application of standards across pathways to Fellowship
Provide authoritative advice on academic quality, education governance, Fellowship standards and related risks
Oversee the assessment framework, ensuring assessments are evidence-based, fit-for-purpose and properly implemented
Provide leadership and quality assurance across relevant international education, assessment and accreditation partnerships
Make determinations on eligibility, policy exceptions, examination arrangements and other matters within delegated authority
Adjudicate complex matters not clearly addressed by existing policy or guidance
Review and ratify relevant education policy and recommendations for admission to Fellowship within delegated authority
Work closely with the CEO, Board, Executive team, Medical Educators and Education and Training leaders.
You will bring
Fellowship of the RACGP
Current unrestricted medical registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Deep understanding of Australian Medical Council accreditation standards
In-depth knowledge of RACGP training standards, education frameworks, programs and policies
Extensive knowledge of RACGP assessment frameworks, assessments and examinations
Significant understanding of RACGP Fellowship and assessment pathways
Qualifications or experience in developing, delivering and evaluating education and assessment in a general practice context
Sound judgement when applying policy and delegated authority to complex and sensitive matters
The professional standing and relationship skills to lead committees, engage Fellows and work effectively with senior organisational and governance stakeholders.
Candidates must also hold current financial membership of the RACGP
Why take on this opportunity?
The future of health happens here.
Your contribution will reach beyond any one program or pathway. The standards upheld through this role influence the quality of GP education, the standing of RACGP Fellowship and the future of general practice across Australia.
Be energised by complexity and challenge.
You'll apply your experience to complex education, assessment, professional standards and governance matters. The expectations are high, but so too is the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to your College and profession.
Be part of a team that supports you.
You will work within a collegiate community of experienced Censors, Medical Educators and organisational leaders who bring different perspectives and a shared commitment to the future of general practice.
How To Apply
Click the ‘Apply’ button and submit your CV and cover letter as one document. Applications will be reviewed as received and may close earlier than the listed closing date.
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We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this role.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
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