Accreditation Regulatory Affairs (CME/CPD)

The American Association for Continuing Medical Education is an Egyptian-based professional association accredited by leading American accrediting bodies, operating under international CME/CPD standards. The Association maintains active regional branches in Dubai and Saudi Arabia , with planned expansion into Iraq and Jordan , delivering accredited medical education across multiple healthcare systems.

Position Purpose

The Regional Regulatory Affairs & Accreditation Specialist is responsible for centralized governance, protection, and expansion of all CME/CPD accreditations across the Association’s regional footprint.
The role serves as the single authority for accreditation compliance , ensuring continuous adherence to ACCME and other American/international standards , while leading the pursuit of additional accreditations aligned with regional growth.

Key Responsibilities


Accreditation & Regulatory Oversight

● Maintain full compliance with ACCME Criteria for Accreditation and Standards for Integrity and Independence

● Act as the primary accreditation lead for all branches (Egypt, UAE, KSA, Iraq, Jordan)

● Oversee initial accreditation, annual reporting, progress reports, and reaccreditation cycles

● Serve as the official liaison with accrediting bodies and regulatory authorities

Multi-Country Governance

● Develop and implement standardized accreditation SOPs applicable across all regions

● Ensure harmonization between ACCME requirements and local country regulations

● Provide regulatory guidance during market entry and branch expansion

Additional Accreditation Development

● Identify, assess, and pursue new accreditations and recognitions , including:

○ Joint Accreditation pathways

○ Regional CME/CPD authorities

○ International professional or specialty bodies

● Conduct gap analyses and lead accreditation readiness initiatives

Compliance, COI & Commercial Support

● Establish and manage Conflict of Interest (COI) systems across all activities

● Review and approve:

○ Educational grants

○ Letters of Agreement (LOAs)

○ Faculty honoraria and budgets

● Ensure independence of educational content from commercial influence

Audit & Risk Management

● Maintain audit-ready accreditation documentation at all times

● Lead responses to audits, inspections, and corrective action plans

● Identify and mitigate regulatory risks related to international operations

Internal Authority & Training

● Act as the final compliance decision-maker for CME activities

● Train and guide internal teams and regional branch staff

● Escalate compliance risks directly to executive leadership

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Education

● Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Life Sciences, Dentistry, or a healthcare-related field

● Formal training in Regulatory Affairs, CME/CPD, Medical Affairs, or Healthcare Compliance

Experience

● 2–4 years of experience in CME regulatory affairs or accreditation

● Direct, hands-on experience with ACCME-accredited providers

● Proven experience managing international or multi-country CME activities

● Prior exposure to audits and reaccreditation processes is mandatory

Skills & Competencies

● Expert knowledge of ACCME accreditation systems

● Strong regulatory interpretation and risk-assessment skills

● High ethical judgment and independence

● Ability to enforce compliance across senior stakeholders

● Excellent organizational and documentation control skills

Language & Technical Requirements

● Fluent English (written and spoken) – mandatory

● Fluent Arabic – mandatory

● Proficiency in ACCME portals, compliance tracking systems, and MS Office

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

● Zero loss or suspension of accreditation

● Successful audits with no critical findings

● On-time accreditation submissions and reporting

● Acquisition of new relevant accreditations within strategic timelines

● Full compliance across all regional branches

Role Significance

This position is a strategic governance role , not an administrative function.
It directly safeguards the Association’s international credibility, accreditation standing, and regional expansion strategy.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The Association is committed to professional integrity, transparency, and equal opportunity in all hiring decisions.

Benefits

Benefits
* Attractive Salary.
* Social and Medical Insurance
* Mobile Allowance
* Training & Development Programs
If you are interested, kindly apply via one of the following channels:
E-mail:
Haidyabdelhakiem@amasedu.com
Whatsapp:
01011880153