Conference Operations & Logistics Manager

General Council on Finance and Administration; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GCFA in Nashville seeks a Business Manager of the General Conference to lead operations for scheduling, logistics, budgets, and vendor contracts supporting delegates, staff, and volunteers.

Responsibilities include coordinating travel, housing, visas, and financial oversight, as well as serving as the operational liaison to the Commission on the General Conference and collaborating with church leadership and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, accounting, business management or related field required.
• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation required.
• Experience managing multi-day conferences, conventions, or large-scale events.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational planning and preparation for sessions of the General Conference and special conferences.
• Coordinate all logistical requirements to support delegates, staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain annual and quadrennial planning timelines and schedules.
• Coordinate site selection, housing, transportation, and venue services.
• Oversee budget management, vendor contracts, and travel coordination.

Skills

Budget management

Contract negotiation

Meeting planning

Vendor management

Project management

Communication skills

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in hospitality, accounting, business management or related field

CMP designation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Travel management software

Job description

GCFA in Nashville seeks a Business Manager of the General Conference to lead operations for scheduling, logistics, budgets, and vendor contracts supporting delegates, staff, and volunteers.

Responsibilities include coordinating travel, housing, visas, and financial oversight, as well as serving as the operational liaison to the Commission on the General Conference and collaborating with church leadership and partner agencies.