The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate medical training college dedicated to ensuring that doctors have the skills to provide patients with the best possible care.
Founded in ****, the college supports doctors to enhance their skills, competencies, and professionalism throughout their working lives.
Through its Faculties and Institutes, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland offers medical training programmes, examinations, diplomas, and educational courses to equip doctors with the skills and knowledge they need to care for patients and run safe and efficient healthcare systems.
It also offers a range of educational diplomas and courses for learners in the wider healthcare sector.
Job Description
Role:
IMT Flagship Programme Support
Duration:
18-month Fixed Term Contract
Salary:
€47,000
Reporting to:
Strategic Training Projects Manager
Closing date:
25 May **** at 16:00
All work undertaken within this role will support the overarching principle that patient care remains the priority across all hospital activities and the college is willing and able to support sites to deliver effective training.
This role is important for the effective delivery and evaluation of the flagship programme and to ensure no additional pressure is put on BST or local teams with this change.
Key Purpose
Act as the main administrative contact for consultants, trainees, and medical manpower teams involved in the Flagship Internal Medicine Training Programme
Provide administrative support to the management of the Flagship programme
Travel regularly to training sites in Dublin, Galway, and Limerick to build relationships and support local programme delivery
Coordinate local review panels and quarterly meetings
Compile reports of trainee metrics
Coordinate basic research tasks associated with the programme
Develop strong working relationships with in-hospital team supporting trainees
Support the BST operations team
Support the Education Delivery Team in the management of teaching for flagship trainees
Structure of Role
Reporting to Strategic Training Projects Manager
Standing meetings with BST Manager and Team Lead
Provide administrative support directly to programme directors in relation to tasks associated with flagship programme
This is a hybrid role with an estimate of up to 50% on-site activity:
This will include same-day travel to Limerick and Galway
Candidates should expect at least two days per week in office and this may vary at points in the programme
Day to Day Role
Work as a member of the Internal Medicine Review Project Team
Support the IMT project manager during the delivery of the flagship programme
Lead the coordination, documentation and communication of trainee information
Monitor the frequency and quality of trainee–trainer meetings
Coordinate trainer meetings and programme governance meetings
Maintain an up-to-date database of trainees and trainers across the Programme
Support trainee progression and respond to trainee-related issues or queries
Coordinate research-related activities associated with the flagship programme
Support the organisation of focus groups
Manage surveys and research data collection
Liaise with the programme's research sub-group
Support the planning of the **** programme intake
Collect and collate programme data for reports and evaluations
Monitor compliance with training standards and accreditation requirements
Assist in organising training events, educational activities, and site visits
Facilitate communication between training bodies and local sites
Support initiatives such as educational programmes, examinations, and mentoring activities as required
Requirements
Person Specification
Self-starter with high motivation, flexibility, and a results-oriented approach with high levels of drive, commitment and enthusiasm
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Knowledge of project management
Proven track record of achievement in projects administration
Basic research experience
Attention to detail and excellent documentation skills
Ability to work with minimal direction
High personal energy and a positive approach to dealing with challenges, conflict and ambiguity
Competencies
Task and Project Management
Problem-Solving and Result Orientation
Communication and Stakeholder Management
Attention to Detail
What We Offer
Flexibility:
35-hour week hybrid working model.
The role will have regular on-site days in Galway and Limerick, as well as in-office days.
Expect up to 3 in-person days per week, occasionally less and possibly more at peak points.
Why us?
Leave:
21 days annual leave with an additional 3-4 college days and long-service leave for all employees.
Support for staff with maternity, sick, parents, and parental leave.
Wellbeing:
An Employee Assistance Programme with Spectrum Life and annual flu vaccine.
Flexible Hybrid working model:
The RCPI offers a flexible 35-hour-a-week hybrid working model for all employees from their start date, giving staff the autonomy to work from home combined with time spent onsite.
Pension:
Defined contribution pension scheme of 1.5% employee contribution and RCPI contribution from commencement, with an increase after 18 months.
Flexible Benefit:
Pro-rate €1,500 annual flexible benefit upon completion of a successful probationary period.
Life Assurance:
Four times the annual salary.
Learning & Development:
CPD options including study leave and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.
Diversity and Inclusion:
RCPI recognises the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion and has received a Silver accreditation from Investors in Diversity.
Accommodations
The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is an inclusive employer.
In line with our policies, you are invited to disclose any reasonable accommodations you require for applying, interviewing or working with RCPI.
Personal information will be treated confidentially and not used for selection purposes.
For queries, contact Suzann Donnelly at ******.
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