Global Ministry Events Manager

Westminster Theological Seminary; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ligonier Ministries in Sanford, FL, seeks an Event Manager to plan and execute teaching events serving pastors, adults, and youth worldwide. The role spans venue sourcing, contract negotiations, travel coordination, and guest experience, with on-site leadership.

Open to levels; senior candidates may oversee larger conferences and complex planning, with compensation aligned to experience and scope of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2–5 years of relevant full-time experience in event planning, conference coordination, hospitality, or event operations.
• Senior level: 7+ years of relevant full-time experience leading complex conferences or events including budget ownership, vendor negotiation, and cross-functional planning.
• Experience booking hotel and conference contracts, including guest room blocks and event space.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, moving parts, and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead others well, delegate effectively, and work toward a unified goal.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of assigned events in alignment with ministry objectives.
• Manage key event deliverables including venue sourcing, contract negotiations, site visits, budget development, food and lodging coordination, staff and speaker travel, and internal planning communications.
• Build and maintain event timelines, planning documents, run-of-show details, and project plans to ensure excellent execution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define event goals, coordinate responsibilities, and achieve desired outcomes.
• Recruit, organize, train, and support volunteers for assigned events.
• Provide on-site leadership during event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure contracts, service levels, and deliverables align with expectations and budget.
• Participate in and help lead post-event debriefs, capturing feedback and identifying opportunities to improve future events.
• Contribute to an event culture marked by hospitality, organization, flexibility, and service.
• For senior-level candidates: help strengthen team processes, planning standards, and best practices across event types.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor management

Budgeting

Staff leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

CMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Ligonier Ministries in Sanford, FL, seeks an Event Manager to plan and execute teaching events serving pastors, adults, and youth worldwide. The role spans venue sourcing, contract negotiations, travel coordination, and guest experience, with on-site leadership.

Open to levels; senior candidates may oversee larger conferences and complex planning, with compensation aligned to experience and scope of responsibility.