Sr. Development Events Coordinator

Overview

Called to K-LOVE

Inspiring People to Move Closer to Jesus

At K-LOVE every role is ministry.

We hire first for ministry alignment and a shared commitment to our faith mission vision and values. We then seek talented professionals who can use their God-given gifts skills and experience to serve with excellence.

If you love Jesus and are called to be part of a ministry that places Christ at the center of everything we do we invite you to explore this opportunity. If your heart aligns with our mission and you possess the knowledge skills and abilities needed for the role please keep reading.

The Senior Development Events Coordinator plays a key role indriving coordinating and executingDevelopment-led donor engagement events that advance the mission of K-LOVE. This role partners closely with the Development Events Manager internal Ministry teams and external vendors to deliver exceptional well-executed live and hosted donor experiences.

The Senior Coordinator takes full responsibility for assigned events workstreams and tasks from concept through post-event follow-up exercising independent judgment proactive problem-solving and ownership of outcomes. This includes managing logistics timelines communications data integrity and on-site execution while representing the Ministry with excellence integrity and a servants heart.

This is an onsite role in Franklin TN

Heres some of what you will be doing...

Ministry & Culture Alignment

• Proactively contribute to a positive collaborative Ministry culture by modeling professionalism gratitude accountability and a servant-leader mindset.
• Represent K-LOVE with integrity through actions communication and decision-making aligned with the Ministrys mission and values.
• Actively participate in Ministry-wide initiatives including Daily Prayer All Team Meetings team celebrations service projects and other Ministry activities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development related to events donor engagement and Ministry impact.
• Uphold a safe and healthy work environment by following K-LOVE policies safety standards and required training.

Event Planning & Coordination

• Plan coordinate and drivethe operational execution of Development-led donor engagement events including cultivation events hosted gatherings and special donor experiences.
• Own detailed event timelines planning documents and master calendars ensuring alignment readiness and accountability across all phases of execution.
• Lead cross-functional coordinationwith Development Marketing the CEOs Office and other internal teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Coordinate travel lodging meals and itinerariesfor staff donors and special guests ensuring accuracy efficiency and donor care.

Vendor & Partner Coordination

• Serve as point of contactfor vendors including venues caterers A/V providers transportation partners and other service providers.
• Lead vendor research obtain and evaluate quotes confirm services and communicate timelines and expectationsin advance of events.
• Coordinate delivery setup on-site needs and breakdown logistics resolving issues independently when appropriate and escalating strategically as needed .
• Build and steward strong vendor and partner relationshipsthat reflect the values professionalism and reputation of the Ministry.

Communication & Data Management

• Manage and maintainRSVP tracking guest lists seating information and donor details using Salesforce or other CRM systems.
• Draft schedule and executeevent communications including invitations reminders confirmations and post-event follow-ups.
• Own the collection organization and accuracyof donor bios preferences itineraries and internal event documentation.
• Ensure complete and accurate entry reconciliation and reportingof all event-related data in Salesforce following each event.

Event Execution & On-Site Leadership

• Serve as on-site representativefor Development events overseeing registration check-in setup vendor coordination and behind-the-scenes operations.
• Independently troubleshoot and resolve on-site issueswith professionalism and sound judgment to maintain a high-quality donor experience.
• Take responsibility for assigned on-site staff volunteers or vendors providing direction and oversight as applicable.

Post-Event Follow-Up & Accountability

• Lead post-event debrief preparationby gathering feedback documenting outcomes and summarizing learnings.
• Ensure follow-up actions donor touchpoints and next steps are tracked completed and communicatedin partnership with the Development Events Manager.
• Maintain organized event documentation insights and best practicesto inform and strengthen future events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Heres some experience and skills we are seeking...

• Bachelors Degree or combination of education/training with relevant experience required.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in event coordination live events hospitality nonprofit development or a comparable project-based role.
• Demonstrated ability totake ownership of work manage priorities independently and drive tasks to completion.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities timelines and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with CRM or database systems (Salesforce preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive adaptable and service-oriented with a high standard of excellence.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel occasionally and work evenings or weekends as required for events.
• Demonstrates a personal faith in Jesus Christ and alignment with K-LOVEs mission values and statement of faith.
• Embodies humility teamwork ownership and a heart to serve donors colleagues and Ministry partners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/Ministry relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Employment Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment reference screen and background check.
• Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Must agree with K-LOVE Christ-Centered LifeCovenant and Statement of Faith

What can we offer you

Some of our benefits package includes:

• Medical Insurance Vision Insurance and company paid Dental
• Company paid life insurance and short term/long term disability insurance
• Company 401k with a generous company match
• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
• Generous paid vacation sick leave and holiday time off
• Amazing company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts movie premieres media industry and events.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer K-LOVE makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class characteristic or status. However K-LOVE is a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Companys mission of encouraging our audiences to have a meaningful relationship with Christ. Therefore p ursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)) K-LOVE has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Companys Statement of Faith Mission Vision and Values. Also as a religious non-profit organization the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.

Required Experience:

Senior IC