The number of Specialist International Medical Graduate (SIMG) Psychiatrists seeking employment in Australian and New Zealand health services has increased significantly in recent years. To maintain high assessment standards and ensure timely processing of applications, the College is seeking additional RANZCP Fellows to join the National Assessment Panel (NAP). 

The Committee for SIMG Education (CSIMGE) invites Fellows to nominate for the role of National Assessment Panel member.

Responsibilities will include

• Assess SIMG suitability for entry to the Specialist Pathway to RANZCP Fellowship.
• Determine the suitability of applicants entering Area of Need positions.
• Determine the assessment requirements to attain Fellowship for SIMG applicants by reviewing each applicant’s experience, qualifications and training.
• Conduct a paper-based assessment and interview (via zoom) and make preliminary and final recommendations to the CSIMGE. 

Training

Training is provided to all NAP members, with a virtual workshop scheduled for June 2026. Members of the CSIMGE support the Panel as reviewers, providing guidance on assessments and responding to queries as required.

Panel members also receive an honorarium for each paper-based assessment and interview completed.

Interested?

Please read the National Assessment Panel member role description for further information before submitting your completed National Assessment Panel nomination form and CV.

 Any enquiries may be directed to simgehelp@ranzcp.org.