Museum Events Coordinator

Museum of the Bible; Dubai; On-site; AED 191,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural institution is seeking a Museum Events Coordinator to manage the planning and execution of events. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure flawless event delivery while providing exceptional service to clients. Candidates should have experience in event planning, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends. This position offers a chance to engage with a diverse audience and contribute to impactful events.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in event planning, coordination, and/or support.
• Available for flexible and occasionally long hours.
• Experience providing exceptional customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee organization and planning of events.
• Coordinate logistics for all event spaces.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams for event success.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Event planning

Flexibility

Education

Two-year college degree; four years preferred

Tools

Tessitura

CVENT

Job description

MUSEUM EVENTS COORDINATOR

Date: 11/10/2025

Location: Washington DC

Employment Status: Full-Time

Reports To: Associate Director of Events

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: $52,000.00 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

The Museum Events Coordinator will oversee and assist with organization, planning, and coordination of conferences, meetings, seminars and other events at Museum of the Bible. This position supports a wide array of programs and events in a variety of event spaces, supporting both internal and external clients.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide event coordination and logistics support for all event spaces as needed and assigned.
• Work collaboratively with Events Sales team to understand, communicate, and implement all logistics for internal and external events hosted at Museum of the Bible. Communicate in a professional, timely, and effective manner to clients, stakeholders, internal, and external partners.
• Work closely with Events technical team, and seamlessly collaborate with teams across the organization for flawless event execution.
• This includes, but is not limited to, education, marketing, exhibits, and development teams. Be present and visible during events, and assist staff as needed during functions.
• Plan and execute special events in conjunction with the catering team. Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day. Conduct pre- and post – event evaluations and report on outcomes.
• Cross-train and work in tandem with Development, including updating information in a CRM such as SalesForce.
• Maintain working understanding of all operational departments within the Museum. Adhere and enforce policies and procedures for the Museum of the Bible event spaces. Retain comprehensive knowledge of event space setup options and capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations. Assist with other duties as requested by Events Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Two-year college degree; four years preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in event planning, coordination, and/or support Experience providing “white glove” service to engage customers in an exceptional, flawless experience at every level of interaction.
• Must be available for flexible and occasionally long hours based on business needs, as well as weekend and some holiday availability.
• Experience with Tessitura and CVENT is a plus.

SKILLS / CORE COMPETENCIES

• Exceptional customer service skills. Work effectively under high-pressure situations.
• Outstanding verbal communication skills and strong desire to assist and help. Enthusiasm to serve others.
• Ability to operate effectively as a member of a highly functioning team and pitch in when/where needed in different areas of the museum including but not limited to museum guest services department.
• Passionate about the Bible Will champion our mission to invite all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible.

ABILITIES / ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to repeat the same movements for long periods of time
• Ability to travel periodically – up to 10 days a month, a week at a time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Required to work regular business hours in person
• Periodic need to work outside business hours when onsite for event
• As required, inclusion in official or incidental photographs and videos for MOTB and/or guests.