Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you.
Locations: Scottsdale, AZ

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of experience in event or conference coordination, ideally within a professional and/or nonprofit setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven project management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple events and priorities throughout the year.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism and courtesy when engaging with ministry friends, guests, attorneys, team members, and vendors.
• Ability to represent the organization with a positive, professional demeanor at all times.
• A commitment to excellence in customer service, with high standards for quality and guest experience.
• Well-developed organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Stays composed and solution-focused under pressure or during unexpected challenges.
• Ability to travel approximately 40–60 days per year (including out of state travel) as well the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience coordinating events that include high-profile guests or speakers is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with event registration and project management tools is a plus.

Event Planning and Execution:

• Travel to event locations to manage on-site operations and ensure successful event delivery.
• Deliver a seamless experience for attendees and faculty by providing timely support and problem-solving throughout all stages of the event.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve event planning processes, logistics, and attendee engagement.
• Be a champion for ADF with the ability to articulate our mission to high-capacity Ministry Friends as part of the Development team.
• Understand the Ministry Friend bill of rights and maintain utmost confidentiality.

Attendee and Faculty Coordination:

• Serve as the main point of contact for assigned attendees and/or faculty members during the pre-event phase.
• Oversee the registration process, travel arrangements, scheduling, and reimbursement needs.
• Coordinate with A/V and Event Technology teams to ensure all presentation and production needs are met, including session materials and stage setup.

Event Lead and Management:

• Act as the lead planner for assigned events, guiding stakeholders through the planning process and aligning event goals with execution strategies.
• Facilitate planning meetings, assign responsibilities, and manage timelines using project management tools such as Trello.
• Partner with the Event Technology Team to coordinate event registration (Cvent), branding, signage, and printed materials.
• Communicate A/V needs and ensure production logistics are clear and coordinated across teams.
• Maintain ownership of the event budget and ensure cost-effective planning in collaboration with stakeholders.

Logistics Coordination:

• Source and secure event venues, including site research, contracting, and proposal development for stakeholder and legal review.
• Coordinate all logistics such as catering, décor, transportation, supplies, and vendor communications.
• Manage hotel rooming lists and oversee accommodation logistics for attendees and guests.
• Support in-house event needs by collaborating with the Facilities Team and managing shipping for offsite events.
• Monitor expenses and work closely with stakeholders and managers to ensure events are delivered within budget.