Event Manager

Company

Confidential (Faith-Based Organization)

Salary / Compensation

• $1,800–$2,400 USD/month
• Final compensation determined by experience and location

Overview / Job Description

A growing faith-based organization is seeking an experienced Event Manager to oversee the complete lifecycle of conferences, community events, live productions, and large-scale experiences. This fully remote role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing high-quality events while managing vendors, budgets, logistics, and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate is an experienced event professional with exceptional organizational skills, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for delivering seamless live experiences. This is a high-impact role offering ownership of the organization’s expanding events program.

Responsibilities

Event Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of conferences, community events, live productions, and special events
• Develop and manage detailed event timelines, production schedules, and run-of-show documents
• Ensure all event preparations are completed before each event
• Oversee on-site event execution and serve as the primary point of accountability

Vendor & Venue Management

• Source, negotiate, and manage vendors and venue partnerships
• Maintain vendor relationships and manage contracts, contacts, and deliverables
• Ensure all production elements are confirmed and operational before each event

Budget & Logistics Management

• Manage event budgets and monitor spending against approved allocations
• Identify and communicate budget variances proactively
• Coordinate event logistics, including equipment, staffing, materials, and on-site operations
• Audit and maintain event assets to ensure readiness and accuracy

Internal Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate with internal teams to align event timelines, responsibilities, and deliverables
• Provide regular event updates to leadership and stakeholders
• Prepare meeting agendas, event checklists, and planning documentation
• Manage event-related communications and respond promptly to urgent matters

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive event documentation, including checklists, status reports, and post-event summaries
• Complete weekly event reports and submit deliverables to leadership
• Support organizational calendar management and long-term event planning

Requirements

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in event management, event production, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience managing conferences, community events, live productions, or similar large-scale events
• Proven experience managing vendors and coordinating venues
• Experience overseeing event budgets and logistics from planning through post-event reporting
• Experience using project management tools and Google Workspace
• Experience with event planning software preferred
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Strong project management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent events and competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and coordination abilities
• Calm, composed, and effective under pressure
• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Collaborative team player with strong cross-functional communication skills

Candidate Profile

You SHOULD Apply If

• You have extensive experience managing conferences, live events, or community productions
• You enjoy leading projects from concept through execution
• You are highly organized and thrive in fast-paced environments
• You have experience managing vendors, budgets, and logistics
• You communicate effectively with leadership, vendors, and stakeholders
• You enjoy building systems and improving operational processes
• You can work during U.S. business hours (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST)
• You are motivated by mission-driven work and delivering exceptional event experiences

You Should NOT Apply If

• You have limited experience managing end-to-end events
• You struggle with multitasking or working under pressure
• You have little experience coordinating vendors or managing event logistics
• You are uncomfortable taking ownership of high-profile projects
• You prefer support roles rather than leading event execution
• You cannot work during U.S. business hours

Other Information

Additional Benefits / Highlights

• Fully remote position (Work from Home)
• Open to candidates in LATAM, Africa, and Eastern Europe
• $1,800–$2,400 USD/month
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST work schedule
• Opportunity to lead conferences, community events, and large-scale productions
• High-ownership role with direct influence over event strategy and execution
• Collaborative, mission-driven team focused on excellence
• Opportunity to build and refine event management systems and processes
• Application process includes:
  • Complete the application form
  • Record and submit a video showcasing your skills