Expression of interest for chair and deputy chairs, health professional tribunals
Thu Sep 08 2011The Health Professional Councils Authority is seeking expressions of interest from qualified persons for appointment as chairpersons and deputy chairpersons for the following health professional tribunals:
â¢ï¿½Dental Tribunal â¢ï¿½Nursing and Midwifery Tribunal â¢ï¿½Physiotherapy Tribunal â¢ï¿½Podiatry Tribunal â¢ï¿½Psychology Tribunal
Qualifications
Chairpersons and deputy chairpersons must be Australian lawyers of at least 7 yearsâ standing.�Given the nature of the role applicants will be expected to be senior practising members of the legal profession with substantial practical and procedural experience.� Applicants will also be expected to have substantial experience in administrative law, excellent communication skills and a capacity to produce clear and concise written decisions in a timely manner.� A commitment to public safety, social justice and cultural diversity is essential.� Experience as a tribunal member would be advantageous.
Remuneration: $1,210 per full sitting day.
Further inquiries: Iain Martin, Legal Director Health Professional Councils Authority on 9219 0203 or email imartin@hpca.nsw.gov.au.
Information packages available online at www.hpca.nsw.gov.au or Ms Annette Hennessy on 9219 0269
Expressions of Interest must be in writing, be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae setting out relevant experience, and include the names and contact details of at least two professional referees who may be contacted for further information about the applicant.� Applications should be addressed to Ms Annette Hennessy, Health Professional Councils Authority, Locked Bag 20, Haymarket 1238.� Applications must be received by close of business on Friday 30 September 2011.
8 September 2011