Your FICDA post-nominals
As a graduate of the Diploma of Governance, for as long as you remain a member of the Institute of Community Directors Australia, you’re entitled to use the postnominals FICDA.
You may wish to use these on:
- Your resume
- Your LinkedIn profile
- Your business cards
- Your email signature
- Your board bio or committee profile
- Your organisation’s website (staff or leadership page)
- Speaker profiles for events or conferences
- Grant applications or funding submissions
- Reports or publications you contribute to
- Your email display name (e.g. Jane Smith FICDA)
- Networking platforms or professional directories
How to add FICDA to your LinkedIn profile
- Log in to LinkedIn and go to your profile
- Click the pencil icon next to your name (top section of your profile)
- In the Last name field, add “, FICDA” after your surname
- Example: Jane Smith, FICDA
- Click Save
Optional:
You can also mention your Diploma of Governance under the Education section or in your About section to provide more context.
Why use your ICDA postnominals?
Be found
Using postnominals on LinkedIn or other platforms makes it easier for people to find you. Others interested in governance or board work may search for FICDA and discover your profile.
Career opportunities
It signals your interest in governance and leadership, which can open doors to board roles, speaking opportunities, and collaborations.
Build your brand
Adding ICDA after your name makes governance part of your personal brand. It shows that ethical leadership and accountability matter to you.
Boost your credibility
Postnominals demonstrate that you’ve invested in your learning and development — a strong signal of professionalism and commitment.