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The RSS is proud to be a member-driven society and a lot of the work and products we are able to offer our membership and wider community would not be possible without the many volunteers we have amongst our membership. To see how you could volunteer for the Society and have an opportunity to give back to the community, as well as boosting your continuing professional development (CPD), see our list of roles below.

Do also check the other volunteering pages listed in the left-hand menu, too.


  • University and Course Accreditation Assessors
    Description:  This is a paid opportunity to review and assess applications submitted for RSS course accreditation, such as full degree programmes in statistics and data science, as well as individual modules and courses, such as RSS training courses. 
     
    Further information on the accreditation scheme
     
    Requirements: This role is open to all Fellows.

    Time Commitment: Applications can take between 0.5 days and 2 days to complete, with all assessments reviewed remotely and online.  
      
    How to register: Please email the Professional Affairs Committee to express your interest in this role. In your email please state why you are interested in this role and why you would be suitable.
     
     
  • Professional Affairs Committee (PAC)
    The Professional Affairs Committee (PAC) is a key governance committee of the Society, responsible for all professional aspects of its work. Members play an active role in maintaining high standards of professional competence and integrity within the statistical community. Please see full terms of reference. 

    Main Responsibilities of Committee Members:
    • Application Assessment
      • Review applications for professional status (Data Analyst, GradStat, CStat, and all data science professional accreditations).
      • Participate in initial and panel reviews of applications.
    • Professional Standards
      • Contribute to maintaining and updating the Society’s Code of Conduct.
      • Support initiatives for continuing professional development (CPD) and revalidation of Chartered Statisticians and all other professional certifications.
    • Accreditation and Education
      • Assist in accrediting university courses and professional training programs.
      • Promote the professional pathway for statisticians.
    • Networking and Advocacy
      • Engage with external organizations and employer bodies to advance professional standards.
      • Represent the Society within and outside the statistical community.
    • Committee Work
      • Attend five scheduled meetings per year (usually online).
      • Prepare by reviewing committee papers and applications in advance.
      • Participate in discussions and decision-making during meetings.

    Time Commitment:
    • Meetings: 5 per year, typically 2 hours each.
    • Preparation: 2–3 hours per meeting for reading and application review.
    • Ongoing Work: Weekly assessment of applications and involvement in at least one additional area (e.g., CPD, accreditation).
    Term of Appointment:
    • Up to 5 years, with the option to step down by giving 3 months’ notice.

    Support and Resources:
    • Close working relationship with the Vice President for Professional Affairs, Director of Professional Services, Accreditation and Professional Certification Manager
    • Reasonable travel and subsistence costs covered by the Society.

    Person Specification
    • Must hold Chartered Statistician (CStat) and/or Advanced Data Science Professional (ADSP) status.
    • Broad interest in statistics and experience in its application.
    • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
    • Commitment to deadlines and attention to detail.
    If you have any questions about the role, please email professionalaffairs@rss.org.uk and we will put you in touch with a member of the team or committee.
     
    How to apply:
    Please send a supporting statement outlining your interest in joining the committee and this should include a statement of your previous professional experience or an abridged CV (less than 2 sides of A4) to professionalaffairs@rss.org.uk
     
    http://rss.org.uk/news-publication/news-publications/2025/member-callouts/join-the-professional-affairs-committee-(pac)-and/
     
    Closing date: 6 March 2026
     
  • Statisticians for Society
    Description: Statisticians for Society is a pro bono skills-based volunteering scheme that connects professional statisticians and data scientists with charitable organisations who require statistical support.
     
    Requirements: This opportunity scheme is open to all Fellows.
     
    Time Commitment: The time commitment required varies from project to project but an estimation of time required is included in most project opportunities listed in the monthly Fellows newsletter. All projects listed are completed in an unpaid voluntary capacity.
     
    Register to be notified of upcoming S4S volunteering opportunities: You can opt in to receiving the volunteering opportunity newsletter.

    For more info and a form to sign up:
    RSS - Information for volunteers

    You can also apply join one of the two S4S governance committees:
    Review Panel
    Scoping Panel