Call for EFPT General Managers 2026-2027

Would you like to become more involved in EFPT and contribute to its work across Europe?

The European Federation of Psychiatric Trainees is pleased to open applications for its General Manager positions for the 2026–2027 term.

General Managers work closely with the EFPT Board of Directors in specific areas of the Federation’s work and play an important role in supporting communication, projects and activities throughout the year.

There are five positions available:

• National Trainee Associations General Manager
• Social Media General Manager
• Newsletter General Manager
• Events General Manager
• Financial Resources General Manager

Each role offers a different way to become involved in EFPT, work with psychiatric trainees from across Europe and contribute to the Federation’s activities during the coming term.

 

Who can apply?

In accordance with the EFPT Bylaws, General Managers must be:

• psychiatry trainees; or
• within five years of the start of their psychiatric training at the time of appointment.

Applications are invited from eligible applicants from EFPT member countries.

As communication is central to the General Manager roles, applicants should have a good working command of English and be reasonably accessible by email.

 

What do General Managers do?

General Managers work under the direction of the EFPT Board in their respective areas. They are expected to remain generally contactable by email and to continue their responsibilities until a successor has been appointed and accepted the position.

The priorities for each role will be agreed with the Board during the term.

 

 

Available positions

National Trainee Associations General Manager

The NTA General Manager supports communication between the EFPT Board and EFPT’s member National Trainee Associations.

The role includes:

• maintaining and updating the directory of NTA representatives and contacts;
• facilitating communication between NTAs and the EFPT Board;
• supporting the continued involvement of NTAs in EFPT activities and projects;
• helping to organise meetings between NTA representatives and the Board, including Presidents’ and Regional Roundtables;
• supporting contact with less active NTAs and countries seeking to develop or strengthen trainee representation; and
• supporting the EFPT National Trainee Association Twinning Pilot under the direction of the Board.

This role may particularly suit someone interested in trainee representation, communication and cooperation between national organisations.

 

Social Media General Manager

The Social Media General Manager is responsible for operating EFPT’s social media accounts and supporting the development of EFPT’s social media activity.

The role includes:

• keeping members informed about EFPT projects, opportunities and calls;
• promoting activities organised by EFPT, its Working Groups and partner organisations;
• coordinating upcoming content with the Board, Working Groups and other General Managers; and
• supporting consistent communication across EFPT’s social media platforms.

This role may particularly suit someone interested in digital communication, design and public engagement.

 

Newsletter General Manager

The Newsletter General Manager is responsible for coordinating, editing, publishing and disseminating the EFPT newsletter.

The role includes:

• coordinating preparation of the EFPT newsletter;
• collecting contributions from the Board, Working Groups, General Managers, NTAs, projects and partners;
• keeping members informed about EFPT activities, opportunities and upcoming deadlines; and
• working with the Social Media General Manager to help promote relevant content.

This role may particularly suit someone with strong written English, editing skills and an interest in professional communication.

 

Events General Manager

The Events General Manager supports the coordination and promotion of events organised by EFPT throughout the year.

The role includes:

• liaising with Working Groups and individuals interested in organising EFPT events;
• coordinating suitable dates with organisers and the Board;
• supporting organisers and speakers with practical and technical aspects of events;
• helping coordinate event promotion; and
• supporting EFPT activities organised alongside major congresses in cooperation with local NTAs where applicable.

This role may particularly suit someone interested in organisation, communication and event coordination.

 

Financial Resources General Manager

The Financial Resources General Manager supports the EFPT Board in identifying appropriate financial partnerships and sponsorship opportunities for EFPT and its activities.

The role includes:

• exploring suitable sponsorship and financial partnership opportunities;
• ensuring that potential sponsors are compatible with EFPT’s mission, vision and independence;
• supporting communication with potential financial partners where requested;
• working closely with the EFPT Treasurer and Board; and
• approaching financial matters with the discretion required within an international non-profit organisation.

This role may particularly suit someone interested in organisational development, partnerships and the financial sustainability of non-profit organisations.

 

How to apply

Please send the following to secretary@efpt.eu by 10 october 2026 at 23:59 CEST:

1. A letter of motivation of no more than one A4 page, clearly stating the General Manager position for which you are applying.
2. A short CV, including:
   • full name;
   • current training site and address;
   • email address; and
   • telephone number.

Applications will be reviewed by the EFPT Board of Directors and the outcome will be communicated to all applicants in due course.

If you would like to know more about a particular role before applying, you are welcome to contact the relevant outgoing General Manager or a member of the EFPT Board.

We look forward to hearing from you!

EFPT Board of Directors 2026–2027