How does this role benefit the work of the organization and the profession?
Young professionals now comprise 45% of SOA membership. SOA realizes the importance of this group on the future of the organization and the profession. Young Professionals will be tomorrow’s SOA leaders, as well as leaders within the actuarial profession. It is important that SOA develop a better understanding of the needs and wants of its Young Professional members. SOA also understands the need to provide programs and services that SOA young professional members are seeking and will continue to drive the profession’s relevancy and expertise.
The Young Professional Advisory Council will provide input on SOA programs, services, and specific communication delivery approaches that will increase engagement of young professionals (SOA members within 10 years of receiving their ASA credential).
Responsibilities & Duties
The SOA is seeking young professional members (SOA members within 10 years of receiving their ASA credential) to serve on the Young Professional Advisory Council.
The responsibilities of this volunteer role include:
- Provide feedback and recommendations on SOA programs, services, and communications targeted to this group
- Learn what other organizations and associations are doing to engage young professionals
- Learn what employers are doing to engage young professionals and what are employers looking for from SOA regarding this member segment.
- Provide input on how to encourage young professionals to engage with SOA
- Provide input on trends you are witnessing within this group and how these trends may impact SOA
- Provide input on ways to facilitate SOA connectivity with local actuarial clubs and their young professional members.
- Serve a two-year term
Time Commitment
2-5 hours prior to a council meeting or call
(6) one-hour conference calls
YPAC members will have the opportunity to participate in a face-to-face if one is offered.
Experience Required
SOA members within 10 years of receiving their ASA credential
Some familiarity with current SOA programs and services
Opportunity Location
Non-County Specific
Travel Required
No requirement for travel.
SOA Training Required
None
Please attach a CV or resume
An interview may be required.
Specializations
Open to all