The Institute of Chartered Foresters continues to be a strong voice for the forestry and arboriculture sector. We are committed to promoting professionalism and the accomplishments of this dynamic and growing workforce, while championing the exciting and diverse career opportunities on offer.
With ambitious plans for the remaining two years of our five-year strategic plan, it is a great time to stand for election to sit on our Council. Our Council has control over all matters relating to the management and organisation of the Institute and all service on Council is honorary. Standing for election as an Honorary Officer or Councillor is a great opportunity for you to develop your governance skills, raise your professional profile and help shape how your profession develops going forward.
There are currently opportunities to stand for President, Vice President and there are five seats (three Fellows and two Professional Members) on Council. We are particularly keen to welcome more early career professionals and arboriculturists on our Council.
What you need to know?
Honorary Officers
The positions of President and Vice President are open for nominations. You must be a Fellow of the Institute to stand for President or Vice President.
Councillors
There are currently five seats available on Council for three Fellows and two Professional Members. In addition to attending a minimum of three Council meetings each year, each Councillor will be appointed to one of the Institute’s committees or activity portfolios. Service on the Council is honorary but reasonable cost of travel and, when necessary, overnight accommodation can be met by the Institute.
Apply today
If you would like to stand for President, Vice President or Councillor, you will need two Chartered members to nominate you by writing to Louise Simpson, Executive Director, by Friday 28 March 2025. Please provide a headshot and biography of no more than 100 words. We also encourage members to record a short video explaining why you want to stand and what you will bring to the Institute, but this is not mandatory.
Voting will take place in advance of our online AGM on Wednesday 4 June 2025.
