Mr Dick will replace Rebecca Taylor FIFP CFP^CM who will become President in October, taking over from Marlene Shalton FIFP CFP^CM.
Glasgow-based Mr Dick, who is a Financial Planner at Forty Two Wealth Management, is now in line to take over as IFP President from Ms Taylor in two years time.
He is already an IFP board member and has been working as chair of the ethics committee and director of consumer affairs, which has involved much work on the IFP's Financial Planning Week.
He will formally assume the Vice President role on 1 October at the IFP annual general meeting.

Nick Cann, chief executive of the IFP, said: "Alan has made an outstanding contribution to the IFP board and I'm delighted he has been elected as Vice President.
"Alan's enthusiasm and drive will provide a real impetus to us developing the Financial Planning profession over the next few years."
Mr Dick said: "Following the RDR, the next few years are going to be a particularly exciting time for the Financial Planning profession in the UK, as it gains the recognition it deserves.
"The IFP is the rightful home of Financial Planning as the leading professional body for Financial Planners. I'm very much looking forward to being a part of its development and supporting Rebecca Taylor as she takes over as IFP President."
Four new board members will also be appointed at the IFP AGM in October following member elections which are taking place at the moment.