The Committee represents the interests of College members in TAS, ensuring their perspectives are reflected in College activities and governance. Its functions are to:

• advocate for and lead the development of TAS-based policy priorities
• facilitate effective connections with TAS governments and advocate on behalf of the College, Fellows and trainees with relevant Ministers on local issues
• contribute to College-wide policy through representation on the College Policy Advocacy Committee (CPAC), bringing local perspectives to the attention of CPAC
• advocate for and promote College-wide education policy priorities within TAS with Fellows, trainees, health authorities and other stakeholders
• contribute to College-wide strategic direction through participation in the College Council, bringing locally-based challenges to the College’s attention
• support engagement with health-related organisations and regulators to improve health outcomes for local communities and uphold professional standards
• recommend College representatives for nomination on external TAS bodies to the RACP President
• promote educational opportunities and deliver locally organised education forums for Fellows and trainees in TAS
• provide insights to the College Education Committee and the Continuing Professional Development Committee on the needs of TAS members.

The Committee meets 5 times per year mostly via video conference, with the option for 1 face-to-face meeting per year. Members may also need to attend meetings as required.

Read the TAS Committee By-law (PDF) and position description (PDF) before applying.

Apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest form (PDF) and your CV to tas@racp.edu.au