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Engagement Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton
tuition assistance
United States, D.C., Washington
Feb 18, 2026
Job Number: R0234138

Engagement Specialist

The Opportunity:

To achieve an organization's mission, leaders needstrong teammembers who candevelop and advance our client's cross-cutting goalsof engagementsin health and biotechnology partnerships.Whethercreating new processes or communicatingrequirements,our clients need someone who canhelpplan events, engage stakeholders,develop innovative solutions, andinteract withcounterparts in other federal agencies. That is why we need an experienced Engagement Specialistlike you who canprovide strategic support toour client's leadership on issues relating tohealth research and development (R&D)andbreakthrough health technologies.

As part of our team,you'llserve as a strategic technical advisor to the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), helping conceptualize, create, and execute advanced government-funded R&D programs to accelerate better health outcomes for everyone. You'll work with world-class scientists and engineers to support the development of high-impact solutions to society's most challenging health problems. You'll leverage technicalexpertiseto provide strategic assessments ofnew technologiesin support to senior ARPA-H decision makers. You'll also maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs,assistingwith the management of current programs, and facilitating commercialization of successfully developed technologies.

You'llserve asanEngagement Specialistsaspart of an exciting team to provide high-level operational and executive support in a demanding, fast-paced environment.Above all, you have a deep commitment to advance health and biomedical research.You will help clients plan both large and small events, manage customer relationships, support administrative items, trackengagementsand deliverables, leverage leadership time optimally, support the broader team, and successfully serve the agency'smission. You will provide support to senior leaders, serve as apoint of contact forthe officeand other agency offices, support events and engagements,clearly communicate tasks, and track metrics. You will be readily available to shift your focus to fulfill emerging requests and special projects. Attention to detail, flexibility, strong communicationskills,andproblem solving will enableour client's success.

WhatYou'llWork On:

  • Supportclient convenings,receptions, workshops, and stakeholder meetings, from intimate roundtables to large-scale innovationshowcases.
  • Manage end-to-end eventlogistics,including attendee registration and communications, materials preparation, and on-site execution.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and complex triplogisticsfor clientleadership and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate outreach efforts andmaintainengagement 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.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

  • 2+ years of experience in event management, stakeholder engagement, and travel coordination
  • Experience in project or program management for engagement planning
  • Experience working across healthcare, life sciences, research, or innovation ecosystems such as industry, academic institutions, startups, government, or nonprofits
  • Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

  • Experience supporting social media for events and engagements
  • Experience with HubSpot as a CRM tool
  • Experience engaging a broad range of stakeholders, including U.S. officials and private sector executives
  • Ability to be well-organized, detail-oriented, and adept at multitasking, problem-solving,and prioritizing responsibilities to meet deadlines
  • Possession of strong communicationskills
  • Possession of strong organizational and project management skills

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

  • If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
  • If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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