Head of Programming, Conferences, and Events

Position Title: Educational Program Manager

FLSA Classification: Full-time; The Council of Medical Specialty Societies (CMSS) is a dynamic and growing non-profit organization representing over 50 leading medical specialty societies, collectively serving nearly 1 million physicians across the nation. At CMSS, you will be a vital member of a team that is empowering medical societies, building a strong and united healthcare community, and leading the charge on critical issues to advance patient care.

The CMSS Educational Program Manager will support CMSS in its growing organizational needs in education, communications, and technology integration. This position manages CMSS learning communities, development of educational resources, programming of educational events, and organizational communications.

Support development and coordination of CMSS educational programming across a variety of formats, including in-person or hybrid events & conferences, webinars, virtual live learning activities, and asynchronous virtual learning via the CMSS Learning Center

Design and coordinate learning communities and related initiatives across multiple CMSS programs

Guide development of learner objectives, agenda development, and session planning for meetings and conferences

Manage the CMSS Learning Center and promote and expand its use

Oversee Program Committee activities and help define roles, responsibilities, and processes across committees

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Collaborate closely with a hybrid team including program, meetings, finance, and administrative staff to execute all education activities

Assist with organizational communications and content strategy, with an emphasis on communicating about CMSS educational offerings to members and interested non-members/external stakeholders

Streamline communications for large-scale events across a variety of channels, including social media (primarily LinkedIn)

Produce clear, well-written reports, evaluations, and organizational documents

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (education, public health, nonprofit management, communications, or related area)

5-7 years of experience in educational programming, communications, meeting management or a similar role, preferably in a healthcare, non-profit, or association setting

Expertise in adult learning principles; experience managing CME and/or CAE credit portfolios a plus

Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

Experience supporting executive-level staff or committees

Proficiency in association technology, including abstract submission/speaker management systems, learning management systems, and email marketing systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management tools

A detail-oriented approach with a commitment to accuracy and quality in execution

Time Management and Prioritization

Average one day in-office per week (Washington, DC - Downtown).

Performs work in a virtual office environment with long hours in front of the computer.

Periodic travel (4-6 times per year) for activities such as out-of-town events, venue site visits, and in-person project meetings is required.

CMSS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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