Associate Manager, Chapter Engagement

The Institute of Internal Auditors; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is seeking an Associate Manager, Chapter Engagement to serve as a key liaison between IIA Headquarters in Lake Mary, FL and volunteer chapter leaders. You will build relationships, provide guidance and mentoring, and support chapter plans, events, and initiatives that strengthen member experience and drive recruitment and certification growth.

This hybrid role requires collaboration across the organization to ensure resources and guidance align with the

Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit, association, community, member, volunteer, or stakeholder engagement.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to provide consultative guidance, support, and mentoring to volunteer leaders.
• Ability to coordinate events, meetings, training sessions, and chapter initiatives.
• Proficiency with data management, tracking, and reporting tools.
• Ability to travel occasionally for chapter visits, meetings, events, and other engagement activities.
• Foundational understanding of internal audit principles and profession needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for chapter leaders, providing ongoing guidance and support.
• Build and maintain relationships with chapter leaders, volunteers, and partners.
• Support chapters in developing strategies, programs, events, and initiatives.
• Partner with chapters to achieve membership, certification growth, and retention goals.
• Facilitate communication between Headquarters and chapters with timely updates and guidance.
• Provide mentoring to chapter leaders and volunteers to strengthen effectiveness.
• Collaborate with experts to develop training resources aligned with goals.
• Organize and facilitate training sessions and workshops.

Skills

Nonprofit engagement

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational & project management

Event coordination

Data management & reporting

Travel occasionally

Education

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit/related field

Tools

Cvent

Event management platforms

Job description

About The IIA

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is the global leader and recognized authority for the internal audit profession. We advance the profession worldwide through education, advocacy, certifications, and professional resources. Guided by our values of People First, Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation, we offer a collaborative, purpose-driven workplace where employees can grow professionally while making a global impact.

Location: Lake Mary, FL (Hybrid)

Department: Chapter Relations

Status: Full-Time | Exempt

Why Join The IIA?

• Make a meaningful impact by supporting and strengthening The IIA's chapter network and member community.
• Build relationships with volunteer leaders and collaborate with chapters across North America.
• Help shape initiatives that improve member engagement, recruitment, and retention.
• Develop and deliver resources, training, and guidance that help chapter leaders succeed.
• Join a collaborative, values-driven organization committed to strengthening the internal audit profession worldwide.

Position Summary

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is seeking an Associate Manager, Chapter Engagement to serve as a key ambassador between IIA Headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida, and our volunteer chapter leaders.

In this role, you will build strong relationships with chapter leaders through ongoing communication, consultative guidance, training, and mentoring—both virtually and in person. You will support chapters in developing and implementing strategies, programs, events, and initiatives that strengthen the member experience and contribute to membership recruitment, retention, and certification growth.

The Associate Manager will also collaborate across The IIA to help ensure chapters have the resources, information, and support they need to achieve their goals while remaining aligned with organizational priorities and The IIA's global strategic plan.

This is an ideal opportunity for a relationship-focused professional with experience in association, nonprofit, community, volunteer, or member engagement who enjoys building partnerships, coordinating initiatives, and helping volunteer leaders and communities succeed.

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid position based in Lake Mary, Florida. The role requires occasional travel for in-person chapter visits, meetings, events, and other chapter engagement activities.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a primary point of contact and trusted resource for assigned chapter leaders, providing ongoing guidance, support, and consultative assistance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with chapter leaders, volunteers, and community partners to strengthen collaboration and engagement.
• Support chapters in developing and implementing strategies, programs, events, and initiatives aligned with The IIA's mission, standards, and organizational priorities.
• Partner with chapters to establish and achieve goals related to membership recruitment and retention, certification growth, and overall chapter development.
• Facilitate effective communication between IIA Headquarters and chapters, ensuring chapter leaders receive timely resources, updates, information, and organizational guidance.
• Provide mentoring and support to chapter leaders and volunteers to strengthen their effectiveness and overall chapter performance.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop training resources that support continuous learning and align with organizational goals.
• Organize and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and other development opportunities that equip chapter leaders and volunteers with the knowledge and resources to succeed.
• Collaborate with chapter leaders to coordinate and execute chapter events and initiatives.
• Set up and manage event registrations and utilize event management tools to support efficient event coordination.
• Ensure chapter events and initiatives align with The IIA's mission, values, and established objectives.
• Participate in occasional in-person chapter visits and meetings and prepare comprehensive meeting minutes as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and track key performance metrics related to chapter activities, events, initiatives, and volunteer involvement.
• Establish and support processes for gathering feedback from chapter leaders, volunteers, and members.
• Analyze chapter activity and feedback to identify trends, strengths, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare regular reports and provide insights that support chapter engagement strategies and organizational decision-making.
• Collaborate across The IIA to strengthen the overall member experience and advance organizational goals aligned with the global strategic plan.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit, association, community, member, volunteer, or stakeholder engagement.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and volunteer leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities and initiatives.
• Ability to provide consultative guidance, support, and mentoring to volunteer leaders.
• Ability to effectively coordinate events, meetings, training sessions, and chapter initiatives.
• Proficiency with software and tools used for data management, tracking, and reporting.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, monitor performance metrics, collect feedback, and identify meaningful trends.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally for chapter visits, meetings, events, and other engagement activities.
• Ability to develop a foundational understanding of internal audit principles and the evolving needs of the profession after joining The IIA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, community development, business, communications, or a related field.
• Association management or not-for-profit experience.
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance, volunteer management, and chapter development best practices.
• Experience supporting membership recruitment, retention, or engagement initiatives.
• Experience developing or coordinating training and development resources for volunteers or member communities.
• Experience with event management platforms, particularly Cvent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.