Meetings & Accreditation Specialist

Position Overview

Are you an early-career association professional who thrives in a mission-driven environment? SGIM seeks a Meetings & Accreditation Specialist to support the planning of our conferences and the management of CME/MOC accreditation. This role is perfect for someone who is organized, collaborative, and eager to grow in the world of medical education and association events.

You’ll work across departments to help deliver high-quality meetings and support educational programming that has real impact in the medical community.

Why Join SGIM?

You’ll join a small, collaborative team that supports one another and values your ideas. At SGIM, your work directly supports a community of physicians committed to health equity, education, and excellence in care. You’ll gain hands-on experience across meetings, accreditation, and member engagement, with opportunities to grow in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Meetings & Event Planning (60%)

• Support the execution of national and regional conferences (logistics, registration, A/V, catering, housing, etc.)
• Manage timelines, budgets, and internal deadlines
• Serve as staff liaison to volunteer planning committees
• Coordinate speaker communications and manage event technology (e.g., mobile apps, signage, materials)
• Collaborate with hotels and vendors on logistics and on-site operations
• Research and recommend potential meeting locations
• Travel for in-person meetings (3–4 times annually)
• Contribute to post-meeting evaluation and continuous improvement

CME/MOC Accreditation Management (25%)

• Support the development and documentation of accredited programs
• Ensure compliance with ACCME and ABIM standards for multiple meetings
• Collect and review faculty disclosures and manage COI processes
• Maintain accreditation records and support audit readiness

Volunteer & Member Support (15%)

• Collaborate with SGIM members on educational initiatives and committee-led projects
• Respond to inquiries professionally and promptly
• Partner across departments to enhance member engagement and resolve issues