Want to join our Assessment Committee?

In 2026, the Council will update its Assessment Committee to better align with healthcare and workforce strategies.

The Assessment Committee oversees the Council’s assessment of international qualified physiotherapists who wish to work in Australia. This new Committee is responsible for overseeing the Council's assessment models and processes, ensuring quality and monitoring performance of our assessments while also playing a strong role in advising the Board on governance matters and strategy. You can read more details in this Call for EOI and the new Assessment Committee Charter.

• Opportunity to use your skills and expertise and contribute to meaningful work in healthcare
• Play an integral role in shaping how Australia welcomes and equips new international physiotherapists
• Use your voice to make a difference in our physiotherapy workforce of the future
• Professional development to broaden your experience and skills
• Be part of the Council’s Village and culture
• Be remunerated for your advisory role at the Council.

We are looking for suitable candidates, with majority possessing a health qualification (not specific to physiotherapy). Candidates must be able to demonstrate both expertise and experience in the following areas:

Essential Criteria

• Proven governance experience, particularly as a director or as a member of a board committee.
• Comprehensive understanding of the National Scheme, including its structure and priorities.
• Strong collaborative skills and the ability to effectively communicate within diverse teams and stakeholder groups.

Other requirements

In addition to the above requirements, the Council aims to ensure that, collectively, the committee covers the following areas of expertise. Applicants should demonstrate experience in one or more of the following:

• Upholding fairness, transparency, and defensibility in assessment processes
• Understanding international assessment frameworks for health professionals
• Familiarity with contemporary models of assessment
• Expertise in the implementation of cultural safety within health or education settings, and how this applies to candidates and the Australian community
• Experience in identifying and mitigating financial risks within operational and strategic planning.

This position involves serving a three-year term on the Council’s Assessment Committee. The Committee typically meets 4 to 5 times per year, one face to face meeting, and the other meetings conducted via teleconference.

The attached Call for EOI  and  Assessment Committee Charter provides details on the role of the Committee, the duties and responsibilities of members as well as remuneration and other benefits.