National Committee 2008-09
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President - Helen Preston
Helen's main responsibilities can be divided into three parts. Firstly, supporting and motivating the National Committee to ensure that the team has a successful year and achieves as much for the Medsin Network as possible. Secondly, representing Medsin to external organisations such as the British Medical Association, Medact, the Lancet and IHMEC to name a few. Thirdly, representing Medsin to the IFMSA and inputting into their working groups. Please get in touch with her if you have any questions about Medsin in general, our role within the IFMSA or our external partners. Get in touch with Helen.
Vice-President for Branches - Erica Pool - Facebook
Erica's main job is to be in contact with the Medsin branches to ensure that they can make the most of the Medsin network by being informed, involved in decision making and well supported in undertaking new initiatives. She is also the person who supports new branches in setting up and becoming part of the Medsin network. In addition to this, Erica works with Helen and the other Vice-Presidents to ensure the smooth running of National Medsin and the National Committee. If you have any questions about your branch, how to make the most out of the Medsin network or want to set up a new branch please get in touch with Erica.
Vice-President for Projects - Mark Prince
Mark's job involves keeping in touch with all the Medsin Projects and making sure that they are getting as much as possible out of the Medsin network. He also supports new projects in becoming part of the Medsin network. Along with this Mark works with Helen and the other Vice-Presidents to ensure the smooth running of Medsin and the National Committee. If you're part of a Medsin Project and want some more information, if you want your project to become part of the Medsin network or if you need some help in setting up a project, then don't hesitate to get in contact with Mark.
Vice-President for External Affairs - Vanessa Jessop
Vanessa's main responsibility is to secure funding for the Medsin network with the help of Mori, the treasurer. Vanessa also has other responsibilities which include working with Kiri, publicity director, to ensure that Medsin has a good external image, working with Helen to ensure that Medsin is well represented and supporting the National Committee in ensuring that they know all about Charity status and law. Vanessa works with Helen and the other Vice-Presidents to ensure the smooth running of National Medsin and the National Committee. Get in touch with Vanessa or have a look at the fundraising page if you need any help or advice with fundraising.
Secretary - Gabriella Bidwell
Gabriella keeps the Medsin network up to date. She produces the Newsletter, keeps the news and resources bits of the website up to date, and produces minutes and presentations. She also supports the work of the rest of the national committee. If you have any questions about what's going on in the Medsin network, get in touch with Gabriella.
Treasurer - Mori Mansouri
Mori's job is to keep on top of Medsin's money. He keeps the National Committee up to date with finances, as well as keeping accounts for the Charity Commission, and liaising with conference organisers about money matters or cash concerns. Another one of Mori's responsibilities is to work with Vanessa on fundraising for Medsin. Mori also supports the work of the rest of the national committee, particularly to provide extra support to Jonny, the Campaigns Director. If you need to ask about anything money related get in touch with Mori.
Communications and Technology Director - Matt Brandwood - Facebook
Matt's role is twofold. The main part of his job is to be responsible for the website: he is the first point of call for website and email enquiries. Along with this, Matt works to improve communications within the Medsin National Committee, making sure that they are working most effectively for the Network, whether that be with good emailing, wikis or blogs. Get in touch with Matt if you have any questions about communication and technology within Medsin.
Publicity Director - Kiri Dyer
Kiri spends her time publicising Medsin. Her main task is to produce publicity materials including CD's, tshirts and leaflets. She also works with Vanessa and Matt on corporate branding. If you need any advice on publicity please get in touch with Kiri.
Campaigns Director - Jonny Currie
Jonny's main responsibility is to work with the coordinators of each campaign, supporting them and helping them to work as a campaigns team. He works to promote campaigning in the network, and help conferences to take actions on the issues they raise. Jonny is also available to help anyone who wants set up a campaign within the Medsin network. He works closely with Mark to coordinate the Activities Board to facilitate communication between all of Medsin's Projects and Campaigns. Get in touch with Jonny about campaigns.
Training Director - Sarah Phipps
Sarah coordinates the training within the Medsin Network. Training plays a major part in the way that Medsin works, providing members with essential skills to improve their branch, project or campaign. Sarah also provides training support to the national committee. In order to facilitate all of this, Sarah keeps in touch with a network of Medsin trainers. Sarah ensures that the training network grows by organsing 'Training New Trainers' courses. If you are interested in Medsin training, want a trainer to attend your branch or need advice on any of the training topics get in touch with Sarah.
A list of previous national committees can be found here
Click here to see the priorities of the National Committee for 2007/08.
Click here to see the minutes of the National Committee meetings
Last updated on Sunday 28 September 2008 at 23:49.
