The Voice of European Dietitians 0049 2822 68367 Call for nominations for Committee Members for the EFAD European Specialist Dietetic Network (ESDN) for Primary Care Committee EFAD is calling for nominations of specialist dietitians who wish to contribute to the work of the committee for the ESDN Food Service. Some of the advantages of committee membership will include: Increased knowledge of EU policy in the specialist field Recognition as an EFAD expert Possibility of representing EFAD or ESDN as an expert Access to a network of specialists Committee members will not be reimbursed for their work, but any previously approved expenses incurred on behalf of EFAD will be reimbursed. Terms of Reference for ESDN Committee members To promote the role of the dietitian in the specialist field Purpose: To develop and update position papers and briefing papers on the role of the dietitian in the specialist field To develop advanced competence statements for dietitians working in the specialist field To liaise as appropriate with other European professional groups and monitor the developments in education and LLL of other health professionals in the specialist field To liaise with EFAD committees to develop the specialty in Education, Research and Professional Practice. To develop research proposals (research questions, design, and methodology) in to promote the participation of dietitians in EU and other research projects. Membership of the ESDN Committee will be for 4 years (2018 2022).The committee will – meet virtually approximately every 4-6 weeks. As members of an EFAD committee the of reference for standing committees” “terms outlined in the governance document (see appendix 1) apply. In addition there are specific terms of reference for committee members of each ESDN (see appendix 2). Selection Criteria A qualification in dietetics Have at least 5 years of experience (practical and/or research) in the specialist field. An advanced practitioner/specialist may also be considered an expert Be able to demonstrate advanced competence in the specialist field (see European Dietetic Advanced Competences(EDAC) for definitions and competences) Be supported by two referees to provide further evidence of expertise Willingness to actively contribute to the work of the ESDN Committee Membership of an EFAD member organisation (or a Higher Education Institute eligible* for, and planning to apply for, EFAD Education Associate Membership when possible)
The Voice of European Dietitians 0049 2822 68367 Call for nominations for Committee Members for the EFAD European Specialist Dietetic Network (ESDN) for Primary Care Committee EFAD is calling for nominations of specialist dietitians who wish to contribute to the work of the committee for the ESDN Food Service. Some of the advantages of committee membership will include: Increased knowledge of EU policy in the specialist field Recognition as an EFAD expert Possibility of representing EFAD or ESDN as an expert Access to a network of specialists Committee members will not be reimbursed for their work, but any previously approved expenses incurred on behalf of EFAD will be reimbursed. Terms of Reference for ESDN Committee members Purpose: To promote the role of the dietitian in the specialist field To develop and update position papers and briefing papers on the role of the dietitian in the specialist field To develop advanced competence statements for dietitians working in the specialist field To liaise as appropriate with other European professional groups and monitor the developments in education and LLL of other health professionals in the specialist field To liaise with EFAD committees to develop the specialty in Education, Research and Professional Practice. To develop research proposals (research questions, design, and methodology) in to promote the participation of dietitians in EU and other research projects. Membership of the ESDN Committee will be for 4 years (2018 – 2022).The committee will meet virtually approximately every 4-6 weeks. As members of an EFAD committee the “terms of reference for standing committees” outlined in the governance document (see appendix 1) apply. In addition there are specific terms of reference for committee members of each ESDN (see appendix 2). Selection Criteria A qualification in dietetics Have at least 5 years of experience (practical and/or research) in the specialist field. An advanced practitioner/specialist may also be considered an expert Be able to demonstrate advanced competence in the specialist field (see European Dietetic Advanced Competences(EDAC) for definitions and competences) Be supported by two referees to provide further evidence of expertise Willingness to actively contribute to the work of the ESDN Committee Membership of an EFAD member organisation (or a Higher Education Institute eligible* for, and planning to apply for, EFAD Education Associate Membership when possible)
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