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Don’t miss the next opportunity to apply for professional recognition.
Professional recognition constitutes an award of professional status, which acknowledges the expertise and accomplishment of research managers and administrators (RMAs) through the review of a portfolio of evidence by peers on the Technical Review Committee of the IPRC. The portfolio of evidence provides documented proof of prior learning, competencies, experience, contributions, and achievements.
WHY APPLY FOR PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION?
Professional recognition confirms to employers, colleagues and others in the RMA space that the individual has demonstrated core and transferable competencies, and that the individual has made significant contributions to RMA. It enhances credibility, affirms standing in a global context and fosters professional satisfaction and confidence in the professional role. It provides an impetus for further professional development and enriches the professional journey through joining a growing network of professionals.
WHO ARE PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION AIMED AT?
Applicants must be a current member of any professional research management association.
APPLICATION AND REVIEW PROCESS
(1) Visit https://iprcouncil.com/ to review the requirements for the portfolio of evidence and download an overview of the application for each professional designation before applying online.
(2) Select ‘Complete the online application’ and create an account on the application system. Complete and submit the application and pay the application fee – online with a credit card or request an invoice.
(3) After the fee payment deadline applications are screened for completeness and to confirm that the requirements are met. Where necessary, applicants will receive feedback and have the opportunity to update the application once. Peers serving on the IPRC Technical Review Committee will then review the application.
(4) Outcome is communicated to the applicant. Successful applicants add the awarded designation to their credentials.
(5) Once awarded, the professional designation is valid for five years, after which the status can be renewed or upgraded. Professional status can be upgraded as soon as the requirements of the higher category are met.
SUBMISSION DATES
The application system will open on 8 January 2025 for new applications. From this date, applicants can create an account and start with their applications and submit by either of the two closing dates. Applications submitted and fees paid by the respective deadlines will be processed in that review cycle. Any remaining applications will be carried over to the next review cycle. It is strongly advised that applicants start as early as possible with the application.
RESOURCES AND SUPPORT
Institutional support packages
- Benefit from discounted fees and dedicated support throughout the application process through the IPRC’s institutional support packages.
- Read more to take advantage of this offering.
Guidance webinars
- View recordings of guidance webinars
IPRC website
- Visit the FAQ section on the website.
STARS
- View the list of recognised professionals to identify someone at your institution or in your region who can offer support and guidance. Please contact the IPRC Secretariat to link you to a STAR.
IPRC brochures
- Download the IPRC brochure in English / French / Portuguese
IPRC SECRETARIAT
- Contact the IPRC Secretariat: Dr Karin Dyason at karin@sarima.co.za
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The IPRC gratefully acknowledge the funding from the Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR) hosted at the World Health Organization (WHO) and co-sponsored by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the World Bank and WHO.