Open Committee Roles: Committee Officer

Role Description (x5 roles)

• Volunteer
• Remote (open to all locations in Australia)
• Completed a Board-approved Masters of I/O Psychology

Responsibilities

The Officer is responsible for partnering with other committee members to design, deliver, evaluate, and report on initiatives aligned with SIOPA’s annual committee plan. Your role will be to:

• Support one portfolio / sub-committee (see list of portfolios below)
• Assist in the development of an annual sub-committee plan
• Implement initiatives aligned to the annual plan
• Participate fully in meetings
• Liaise directly with the portfolio leads
• Assist with monitoring, evaluation, and reporting progress to the Board
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external partners
• Act in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations and SIOPA’s rules and by-laws
• Advocate for SIOPA and I/O psychology in Australia

Portfolios

You will lead one of the below portfolios / sub-committees:

• MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT: Coordinates activities that improve the member experience.
• CPD & EVENTS: Plans and delivers a range of events run by SIOPA in person or online.
• COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING: Organises the external communications by SIOPA in line with the organisation’s brand and values.
• ADVOCACY & RESEARCH: Promotes the growth of the evidence base for industrial organisational psychology in Australia.
• CORPORATE SERVICES: Implements activities that support the general functioning and sustainability of the core SIOPA systems and infrastructure.

What do I need?

This role is for someone with a passion for strengthening and protecting the I/O psych community. You will bring:

• Understanding and commitment to SIOPA’s vision
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proactivity and willingness to take ownership
• Relationship management skills
• Analysis and reporting skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Time Commitment

The role generally requires a commitment of up to 2 hours per week.

What’s in it for me?

• Exciting opportunities to be at the forefront of shaping and advocating for your profession
• Connections to a global network of like-minded practitioners
• Access to professional development opportunities

How do I apply?

Send your expressions of interest to siopavp@gmail.com by 5.30pm AWST on 16 December 2022.  Be sure to include:

1. The role you are applying for (i.e., committee officer)
2. Your portfolio preference/s
3. Your CV.