Remote delivery: No; on-site delivery in DC; travel anticipated
Clearance: Public Trust
Roles and Responsibilities:
Support ARPA-H convenings, receptions, workshops, and stakeholder meetings — from intimate roundtables to large-scale innovation showcases
Manage end-to-end event logistics including attendee registration and communications, materials preparation, and on-site execution
Coordinate travel arrangements and complex trip logistics for ARPA-H leadership and stakeholders
Coordinate outreach efforts and maintain engagement tracking systems
Prepare briefing materials, agendas, and follow-up communications for meetings and events
Maintain event calendars, stakeholder databases, and project management systems
Develop post-event reports and metrics to measure engagement impact
Work closely with ARPA-H program teams, communications, and leadership to align engagements with strategic priorities
Requirements:
2-3 years of experience in event management, stakeholder engagement, travel coordination, or related role
Exceptional attention to detail — you catch what others miss and nothing falls through the cracks
Experience working across the healthcare, life sciences, research, or innovation ecosystems (industry, academic institutions, startups, government, nonprofits)
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to problem-solve in real-time