10 Principal policy manager volunteer roles

Lay Advisory Group Chair
London and home-based
Voluntary with expenses
Approximately two days per month

The Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to serve as Chair of the Lay Advisory Group.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide independent leadership and ensure that the perspectives of patients, the public and lay representatives are embedded across the College's work. The Chair will lead the Lay Advisory Group, champion meaningful public involvement, and work closely with RCEM's leadership to help shape the College's strategic priorities and activities.

We are looking for an individual with strong leadership, communication and governance skills, and a passion for improving healthcare through effective patient and public engagement. Experience of serving on boards, committees, voluntary organisations, patient advocacy groups, or in governance-related roles would be advantageous.

As Chair, you will play a key role in supporting RCEM's commitment to ensuring that the voices of patients and the public are represented in the development of policy, standards and initiatives that affect emergency medicine across the UK.

For further information about RCEM, please visit our website.

To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages) demonstrating how you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification via the application link.

Please note the following dates below:

• Closing date: Midnight on 26th October 2026

• Shortlisting: 2nd – 6th November 2026

• Informal meeting with the current Chair: 16th – 27th November 2026. This will provide shortlisted candidates with an opportunity to learn more about the role and ask any questions they may have.

• Interviews: 30th November to 11th December 2026

We welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences who share our commitment to improving emergency care and strengthening public involvement in healthcare.