Conference Programs Coordinator

NRECA; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

NRECA is seeking an organized, proactive professional to support the design, development, and delivery of Education Training & Events conferences and programs. You will assist program managers, speakers, and subject matter experts across cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless event experience.

This role offers a hybrid schedule with up to two remote days per week, and opportunities to coordinate logistics, materials, and attendee communications for high-profile member events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Communications, Marketing, or Business Administrations or equivalent experience.
• At least 3+ years supporting conferences, events, or large meetings, preferably in associations/nonprofits.
• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) preferred.
• Hands-on experience with event technology platforms and speaker management tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute complex, high-profile conferences and events.
• Collaborate with program, Marketing and Business Development teams on collateral.
• Provide front-line service and admin support to members via inquiries and requests.
• Coordinate speaker communications, biographies, photos, and presentations for AV teams.
• Manage conference signage, print production, and mobile app content.
• Prepare run-of-show slides and room monitor materials for sessions.

Skills

Event coordination

Communication

Project management

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Communications, Marketing, or Business Administrations, or related field

Tools

Conference mobile apps

Registration systems

Speaker management tools

AV coordination

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

OneDrive

Job description

NRECA is seeking an organized, proactive professional to support the design, development, and delivery of Education Training & Events conferences and programs. You will assist program managers, speakers, and subject matter experts across cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless event experience.

This role offers a hybrid schedule with up to two remote days per week, and opportunities to coordinate logistics, materials, and attendee communications for high-profile member events.