How does this role benefit the work of the organization and the profession?
This role will assist in reviewing and commenting on the work of a research team who is producing a report for the SOA. The goal of the project includes a review of use of data analytics in insurer operations, population aging issues, and current product solutions in Asia/Pacific markets; as well as a market survey of in-market experts who will summarize data analytics practices, sources, and how analytics are used in regulatory regimes
Responsibilities & Duties
- Attend and participate in periodic conference call meetings. Provide guidance in the form of insights, experience, expertise and knowledge.
- Help the project proceed in a timely manner by being responsive and cognizant of deadlines.
- Ensure the research material meets the quality standards—both from an overall quality perspective and per the terms of the contract with the research team—and determine whether payment conditions have been met.
- Provide any other research process ideas or suggestions to ensure a high-quality outcome.
- Advise on the most appropriate forms of dissemination of the results.
- Consider acting as a spokesperson to help the resulting material further reach desired audiences.
- Proactively raise concerns about the quality of the project work or other matters either on a POG conference call or, if more appropriate, in private communications (email, phone calls) with staff and the POG chair.
- Work with staff to determine options for communicating areas where you have a differing opinion than the final research material, such as a separate document written by members of the POG.
- SOA research efforts are a collaborative endeavor, and differing viewpoints are welcome and encouraged. POG members are considerate of the opinions of other members, and a respectful dialogue can promote synergies that vastly improve the ultimate work. On the other hand, personal diatribes and attacks have no place on a POG.
- Think about how the research and resulting material may support other SOA activities such as continuing education, examinations and meetings.
- Evaluate and document to what extent your involvement on the POG has qualified for continuing professional development (CPD) credit.
Time Commitment
- 5 to 10 hours
- Approximately 30 minutes of review and 30 minutes of conference call time each month, for approximately 6 - 9 months
Experience Required
General understanding of data analytics practices and techniques
Opportunity Location
Asia / Pacific markets
Travel Required - None
SOA Training Required - None
Additional Specializations
Open to all Specializations