Expression of Interest – Senior-level Consumer Representative position opportunity at the Reproductive Technology Council

The Minister for Health has invited Health Consumers’ Council (HCC) to nominate candidates for one available position on the Reproductive Technology Council (RTC).

Applications close 15 January 2025.

We are seeking nominations for a senior-level consumer representative position on the Reproductive Technology Council (RTC). We invite individuals with experience advocating for diverse consumer perspectives on high-level committees will to contribute to this important role. We are especially interested in hearing from consumers with lived experience or a deep understanding of this area of health.

About the role

The RTC operates under the Human Reproductive Technology Act 1991 and Surrogacy Act 2008, with the key functions of:

• Advising on the administration and enforcement of the Human Reproductive Technology Act (HRT Act) and the Surrogacy Act.
• Advising the Minister for Health and the CEO on reproductive technology issues and the relevant Acts.
• Reviewing the Human Reproductive Technology Directions 2021 and guidelines governing Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) practices and storage procedures by licensees.
• Providing advice on licensing matters and monitoring standards of practice.
• Promoting research into the causes, prevention, and social/public health implications of human infertility and reproductive technology.

The committee meets monthly and sitting fees are offered as per the State Government Boards and Committees – Premier’s Circular and guidelines set by the Public Sector Commission for the Remuneration for Government Boards and Committees  

Invitation for Nominations

We are inviting nominations for this senior-level consumer representative position from individuals with experience advocating for diverse consumer perspectives on high-level committees and who are keen to contribute to this important role. We are especially interested in hearing from consumers with lived experience or a deep understanding of this area of health.

Please complete the Pro Forma CV and a detailed cover letter outlining your consumer representative, career and other experiences relative to the RTC role and send to engagement@hconc.org.au by 15th January 2025.

For further information or assistance, please email tania.harris@hconc.org.au or call 9221 3422.

Note that HCC’s offices are closed between 23 December and 3 January.