Clinical Vice President (CVP) MPT
The CVP is responsible for the governance of the UKKA’s clinical development and support activities which includes:
- On behalf of the trustees, ensures the programme for UKKW® represents the needs of the renal community
- Supports the Kidney Quality Improvement Partnership programme in developing and delivering quality improvement initiatives within the renal community
- Oversees the response to ad hoc consultations on clinical issues.
- Oversees the work of the Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee, Clinical Services Committee, Kidney Patient Safety Committee and the Infection Prevention and Control Committee.
The full role description can be viewed here.
"I joined the UKKA as Clinical Vice President a continuum of the post I'd previously held within the BRS. This exciting multi-faceted role brings together various clinical committees and groups within the UKKA, ensuring the whole multi-professional team has access to opportunities to participate and contribute to the various work streams.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my two years in this role, influencing and supporting many clinically focused projects both within the UKKA and nationally. The UKKA is a supportive and welcoming organisation. You will be working alongside a group of like-minded healthcare professionals with a passion for person-centered kidney care.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and develop your leadership skills in an encouraging environment, whilst gaining knowledge of the workings of the wider kidney community and making some great connections."
Current CVP Karen Jenkins
This role is only open to members of the multi-professional team, excluding doctors who are UKKA members in good standing.
- The role is elected by the UKKA membership
- To apply please send a 2 page CV, a statement on why you would be a good candidate for the role and a photo to renal@renal.org by 31 March 2023
- The CV, statement and photo will be used in the election materials circulated to members.
Academic Vice President x 2 (Medical and MPT or scientist)
The AVP will play a key role in influencing research funding organisations such as NIHR and KRUK to ensure the voice of the Association is a key part in funding decisions. The AVP will be responsible for :
- The governance of the UKKA’s academic activity
- On behalf of the trustees, oversees UK Kidney Week
- Represents the UKKA at the UKKRC
- Oversees the work of the Rare Diseases Committee, Education Committee, Research Committee and the International Committee.
The full role description can be viewed here.
"Being part of the leadership group of the UK Kidney Association is a great opportunity to contribute to the organization that represents all healthcare professionals and scientists working in the field of kidney medicine. As one of the academic vice presidents, the main remit is to support development and delivery education, including UK Kidney Week, and support the members of the research community. You have the opportunity to work with colleagues from KRUK within the UK Kidney Research Collaboration, UEMS and the UK Renal Registry. Importantly this post is an opportunity to meet and work with a great group of people who are dedicated to improving all aspects of renal patient care."
Current AVP Prof Neil Sheerin
"I joined the UKKA coming from the BRS. It’s a community and association that really wants to embrace MDT membership and collaboration. I have always been made to feel welcome and listened to and so I would encourage MDT members to apply to ensure we keep that voice and feel part of the vision and future of UKKA to be the best it can be for our kidney community. This is a great opportunity to represent your profession, to grow, lead, and develop skills along the way but also to make some great connections and gain that wider perspective on what is important for kidney care now and in the future."
Current AVP Prof Helen Hurst
There are two positions which are elected by the UKKA membership.
The AVP (medical) is only open to doctors who are UKKA members in good standing.
The AVP (MPT or scientist) is only open to members of the multi-professional team or scientists, excluding doctors who are UKKA members in good standing.
- The role is elected by the UKKA membership
- To apply please send a 2 page CV, a statement on why you would be a good candidate for the role and a photo to renal@renal.org by 31 March 2023
- The CV, statement and photo will be used in the election materials circulated to members.
Trustee with Financial Governance Responsibility
The trustee with financial governance responsibility is responsible for :
- Supported by the CEO, overseeing the development of the financial plan to deliver the UKKA’s strategic plan
- Supported by the CEO and FM, assures the trustees that appropriate systems and processes are in place for
- Financial and risk management
- Business planning
- Supported by the Head of Finance is confident that budgets are appropriate and that exceptions are justified
The full role description can be viewed here.
“I have enormously enjoyed my time as treasurer and trustee of firstly the Renal Association and more latterly the UKKA. It has given me the opportunity to work with a team of highly effective leaders from across the whole professional kidney community, from whom I have learnt so much. Overseeing the financial and information governance aspects of the UKKA (including the UKRR) has enhanced my understanding of how large charities run and has given me a host of transferable skills. I’d like to thank the staff who manage the running of this organisation, who are highly competent and responsive to the direction of the Trustees.
The Trustees of the UKKA are a team of leaders who work closely together to shape the vision and direct the strategy of the organisation and it has been a privilege to be a part of it. I can highly recommend this role to anyone who would like to be an integral part of this effective leadership team and shape the support for our whole kidney community for the next few years.”
Current Trustee Prof Claire Sharpe
This role is open to any UKKA member in good standing.
- The role is appointed by the UKKA board
- To apply please send a 2 page CV and short personal statement to renal@renal.org by 31 March 2023
