Recruiting our next President and two VPs

We invite members to apply for three key leadership roles in the 2027-30 term. Our President is at the forefront of our activity, championing paediatrics and child health and representing all members. Two Vice President roles lead on health policy and advocacy and on science and research, respectively.
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Applications and election

These senior officer roles lead, collaborate and engage with stakeholders across the UK. Applicants must be RCPCH Fellows with a primary mailing address in the UK or Republic of Ireland. You'll need to complete an online form with a supporting statement and the names of Fellows or Members who support your application by Monday 19 October at 12:00.

If we receive more than one eligible application, we will hold an election among the membership this autumn.

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Be an ambassador for the College, paediatrics and child health, represent our members in the UK and internationally and, by serving as a Trustee, take joint responsibility for our long-term success and financial sustainability.
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Lead on our strategy on health policy and advocacy, addressing issues such as prevention, health inequalities, health services, workforce, child protection and mental health.
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Lead on our strategy to improve the quality of paediatric care, including research and quality improvement, and further develop our resources for members and the wider paediatric workforce.