How does this role benefit the work of the organization and the profession?
This role supports the education and credential activities of the SOA, in particular the question writing and grading for the Individual Life and Annuities (ILA) FSA track exams.
Responsibilities and duties:
The SOA is looking for actuaries with experience in Individual Life and Annuities (ILA) or related areas to write questions for the new ILA: Product Management Exam which is set to be administered for the first time in the Fall of 2019.
- Participate in drafting and reviewing questions for examinations
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the SOA Education Confidentiality Agreement
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Volunteer candidates must not have family members / significant others currently taking ILA exams
Time Commitment
- 21-40 hours
- Approximately 20 hours per year plus additional travel time to meetings
Experience Required
- Must be FSA
- Experience with at least part of the ILA exam syllabus preferred
Opportunity Location
U.S. and Canada
Travel Required
Attend two to four on-site meetings per year in North America.
SOA Training Required
Must attend one in-person Item Writer Training (IWT) before helping with item writing.
Next IWT session to be held the weekend of February 9, 2019 in New Orleans or South Florida (exact location not final yet).