As the Aotearoa NZ Representative, this role also sits on the Rehabilitation Medicine Policy and Advocacy Committee (PDF) (FPAC) and connects this committee with the Aotearoa NZ AFRMC.

Purpose of the Committee | Kaupapa o te Komiti

The Aotearoa New Zealand AFRMC:

• supports the careers of Fellows and Trainees in Aotearoa NZ
• advances the interests of AFRM in Aotearoa New Zealand
• brings an Aotearoa NZ perspective to the Faculty
• helps guide the Faculty’s strategy to keep AFRM activities relevant in Aotearoa New Zealand
• builds and maintains relationships with health organisations, consumer groups, and regulators to improve health outcomes, especially for Māori
• supports initiatives that help Fellows and Trainees develop cultural competence
• works with Government and other agencies on NZ-specific health matters, including workforce issues

See page 3 of the FPAC terms of reference for more information.

The Aotearoa NZ AFRMC recognises Te Tiriti ō Waitangi and the principles of partnership, participation, and protection. All our policies consider the wellbeing and mana of Māori as tangata whenua.

Responsibilities | Takohanga

This role attends 2 committees that follow the Governance of College Bodies By-law (PDF) for meetings:

Meet up to 4 times a year. 1 meeting may be kanohi ki te kanohi | face-to-face, and the other meetings (up to 3 per committee) will be hui-ā-ataata | via Zoom:

• Aotearoa NZ AFRMC in Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara, or
• FPAC in Sydney, Australia.

Travel costs are covered under the RACP Travel Policy (PDF).

Knowledge and Experience | Paearu Mātauranga, Paearu Wheako

• RACP Fellow of AFRM living in Aotearoa NZ
• good communication skills and ability to work well with others
• able to use a computer and have access to one
• pepare properly for meetings and RACP activities

Apply

Submit an expression of interest form (DOC) and a copy of your CV to AoNZ_AFRM@racp.org.nz.