Chapter Event Specialist

Location: Rockville, MD (hybrid or fully remote)

Key skills: Event operations, communication, project management, stakeholder collaboration, social media support, and problem-solving.

Experience:   2+ years’ experience working professionally, preferably with event operations

Reports to: Manager, Chapter and Volunteer Relations

 

The Chapter Events Specialist is the primary liaison for RAPS Chapters and LNGs, ensuring the successful planning and execution of virtual and in-person events. This role collaborates closely with internal teams and volunteer leaders to implement efficient processes, strengthen partnerships, and deliver high-quality event experiences. Strong communication, project management, and relationship-building skills are essential. The role reports to the Manager, Chapter and Volunteer Relations and works collaboratively across RAPS.

 

Provide operational and logistical support to volunteer chapter and LNG leaders in delivering professional development and networking activities of all formats while ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders.

Handle all logistical aspects of chapter/LNG event planning, facilitation, and reporting.

Includes hosting, moderating, and initiating webcasts and chats via Zoom, as well as training presenters to understand the technology.

Also includes oversight of day-to-day in-person event administration such as order placement, vendor monitoring, catering/logistic needs, attendee participation, registration counts, sponsorship process and collateral fulfillment.

All post event activities, managing surveys, financial trackers and ensuring sponsor payments are received.

Collaborate with colleagues across the RAPS membership, education, marketing, and IT teams to meet the needs of chapter/LNG leaders and RAPS members to ensure RAPS events are of the highest quality.

Plan and organize events in accordance with financial and scheduling restraints while upholding RAPS’ mission and vision.

Conduct marketing, social media and communications efforts for all chapters and LNG events.

Meet with chapter/LNG leaders and coordinate with them regularly to ensure the success of their events.

Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems.

Plan for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity/success of events.

Manage the complex needs of a wide variety of stakeholders and events.

Maintain flexible hours to accommodate events in various time zones.

Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

 

Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience which demonstrates the necessary skills and experience required for the position.

2+ years’ experience working professionally, preferably with event operations.

Excellent internal/external communication (written and oral) skills.

Proven skills in project and event management, organization, and multi-tasking.

Strong decision-making and analytical competency.

Strong, proactive, solutions-based approach to problem-solving.

Collaborative, multi-tasker with attention to detail who thrives working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Zoom required; familiarity with Higher Logic preferred.

Association/nonprofit and/or regulatory/health-science experience preferred.

 

Flexible hybrid work environment

Highly competitive, market-based salaries

Annual merit-based salary adjustments

Incentive pay/bonuses

Reimbursement for job-related education + training

Fully paid LinkedIn Learning subscription

Generous PTO accruement

10 annual paid holidays with extended holiday break

Medical, dental, vision, & life insurance

Short/long term disability

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

 

The Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS) is the largest global organization of professionals involved with regulatory and quality healthcare products, including medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biologics, diagnostics, and digital health. Founded in 1976 as a neutral, nonprofit organization, RAPS supports and elevates the regulatory profession with education and training, professional standards, publications, research, networking, career development, and other valuable resources. RAPS is home to the Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC), the only post-academic professional credential to recognize regulatory excellence. The society is headquartered in suburban Washington, DC, with chapters and affiliates worldwide.

 

As an employer, RAPS encourages dedication to quality and member service. We support innovation and creativity, respect, and high ethical standards. We value learning and professional development and strive to maintain a safe and enjoyable work atmosphere that promotes collegiality.

 

RAPS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.