Manager, U.S. Events

The International Mission Board, a nonprofit religious organization in Richmond, VA, is hiring for a U.S. Events Manager

Location: Remote

Rate: $85,662 - $92,000

Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage all aspects of events, including project timelines, budgets, logistics, and coordination with cross-functional teams.

• Identify venues and vendors, negotiate contracts, and oversee all logistical needs such as catering, transportation, décor, audiovisual, and accommodations.

• Lead on-site event execution, serving as the primary point of contact while ensuring smooth setup, delivery, and breakdown.

• Monitor attendee experience, address issues in real time, and gather feedback to improve future events.

• Develop and manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial accountability in partnership with the finance team.

• Conduct post-event evaluations, analyze performance data and ROI, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Media, Hospitality, or a related field preferred

• CMP or CMM certification preferred

• Minimum of five years of experience in event management

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Workday ERP, and Cvent

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

• Working knowledge of budgeting and financial management related to events

• Demonstrated ability to engage clients and vendors with professionalism and excellence

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical insurance with choice of 3 plans, dental, vision, HSA and FSA benefit plans (and more!)

• Short- and long-term disability and basic life insurance coverage (employer paid) - with supplemental coverage available

• 403(b) Retirement Plan Savings - with 5% employer contribution plus up to a 4% matching contribution, fully vested after 3 years

• 21 days of paid time off accrued in the first year, plus 11 paid holidays and the week between Christmas and New Years 

• Volunteer Mission Trip Benefits so you can experience mission life firsthand by working with our teams overseas 

• Access to tuition discounts

• See a summary of our comprehensive benefits package for full time regular and contract employees here. 

Worker Type:

Employee

Regular

Time Type:

Full time