"I have made many new friends and formed relationships with colleagues with like-minded interests both in the UK and overseas through my committee work"
RCOG Committee volunteer
Without the expert support from our membership, lay representatives and a broad range of volunteers, the College simply could not deliver its essential work
Volunteering with the RCOG is rewarding, supports career development, puts you at the forefront of vital work to improve women’s global healthcare and health rights and allows you to help shape future College priorities.
We want to ensure our members’ voices are represented in everything we do. Your expertise and insight are crucial in informing our decision making. There are a variety of rewarding ways to get involved, from long-term roles on committees and working groups to contributing to important consultations and surveys.
You can sign up here to receive regular communications on the latest opportunities.
Why get involved with our work
Volunteering with the RCOG is a rich and rewarding experience which offers a range of professional and personal benefits
Clinical quality, research and patient safety
There are many ways for both members and the public to get involved in our work to improve clinical quality, innovation research and patient safety
Education, exams and professional development
To successfully raise the profile of women’s healthcare and raise the standards of professional practice globally, the RCOG delivers invaluable work in education, exams and professional development
Have your say
We frequently have opportunities for the RCOG membership, wider healthcare community and the public to get involved and help shape the future of women's healthcare
Workforce and supporting the profession
Delivering the highest level of support to our membership and the profession is integral to everything we do
Global health
We promote best practice in women's healthcare, working with our membership to address the greatest barriers in access to quality care for women everywhere
Public facing roles
There are many ways for both members and the public to get involved in our work to contribute to our commitment to improving women’s healthcare
"Make a difference"
"I was keen to make a real difference in maternity care at the national level. It is a great sense of achievement to be able to make a difference and shoulder the accountability that comes with it"
"Recognition"
"Networking with colleagues, feeling part of the important work being done by the College and being recognised for your contribution - what's there not to like about it. It makes me feel so honoured and valued"
"Motivation"
"Committee roles and experiences gave me more motivation and passion to remain involved as an effective mentor, educator and trainer for my trainees. I would wholeheartedly encourage anyone to apply for RCOG volunteer roles in the future"
"Best career decision"
"Getting involved in the work of the College is one of the best career decisions I have made. It has helped me in my personal job satisfaction, kept me challenged and interested, and made me feel part of a wider professional community"
Council roles
Find out more about roles on RCOG Council, including President and Vice President positions.
Governance
The College is governed by the Royal Charter, from which are derived the College Regulations, which guide the governance, management and business arrangements of the College.
Volunteering policy
Please read our Volunteering policy if you're considering volunteering your time.
Support us
Your support has helped us achieve incredible things, find out how you can continue to support the RCOG.
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RCOG policies on equal opportunities and diversity
Please read our employment policies:
Contact us
If you have a query about committee and honorary post applications, please contact us:
- Email: committee.vacancies@rcog.org.uk
- Tel: +44 20 7772 6317
For RCOG jobs, see our dedicated vacancies site.
If you are interested in any of these roles but don’t meet the eligibility criteria, please contact us at committee.vacancies@rcog.org.uk.