Our divisions

At RCPCH, staff work in one of seven divisions. Each plays an important role in our mission to advance child health practice, shape policy, set educational standards and empower paediatricians.

We are One College, One Team. Our Values and Behaviours--I include, I influence, I innovate and I inspire--are the cornerstones for how we work across the College.

Chief Executive Office

Led by our Robert Okunnu, Chief Executive Officer. This team oversees the College’s strategic direction. It also includes our Global RCPCH team and RCPCH &Us. 

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Corporate Services 

Led Ian Parrett. This division includes finance, facilities, and legal governance and partnerships.

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Digital Division 

Led by Richard Burley. This division manages our digital infrastructure and information governance.  

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Education and Training 

Led by Daniel Waeland. This division is responsible for paediatric training, from recruitment and exams to education standards, workforce planning, and professional development. 

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Membership, Policy and External Affairs

Led by Lizzie Dowd. This division is responsible for membership, engagement, media and public affairs, health policy, and events across the UK and internationally.

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People and Culture 

Led by Louise Beauchamp. This division looks after everything from HR and recruitment to leadership development, inclusion and wellbeing.

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Research and Quality Improvement (R&QI)

Led by Emily Arkell, Executive Director of R&QI.  This division is responsible for audits, evidence-based care, and clinical improvement. They lead national research initiatives and support innovation in paediatrics.  

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