[Hiring] Advocacy Events Specialist @Prison Fellowship

Role Description

A driven and mission-focused Advocacy Events Specialist to provide direct support to the Advocacy operations team, contributing to the planning, coordination, and execution of Prison Fellowship's Advocacy events.

• Support the Advocacy team in the planning and execution of events and meetings.
• Coordinate event logistics, including timelines, budgets, venues, food and beverage, equipment, contracts, speakers, entertainment, travel, and other operational requirements.
• Manage logistical and administrative components of event invitations and tracking.
• Represent the organization onsite at many Advocacy events (including in-prison events), monitor event execution, resolve common issues, and escalate more complex matters to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Maintain an active relationship with Jesus Christ and support the ministry through prayer and actions.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in event planning, marketing, and/or operations.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with senior leadership.
• College degree or equivalent coursework and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in event-related software, Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting platforms with ability to learn in-house database.
• Strong knowledge of event planning/scheduling, vendor coordination, on-site execution, and post-event follow-up.
• Experience drafting event communications, managing project timelines, and budget tracking.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced environment under pressure.

Requirements

• This is a full-time remote position in DC/MD/VA area with an up to 30% travel component; the driving aspect of this role is subject to certain driving record and insurance requirements.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement account funding.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid maternity and parental leave benefits.
• Paid leave starting at 39 days (14 holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days) after one year of employment.
• Team-oriented, mission-driven, supportive environment with cutting-edge technology solutions.
• Tremendous opportunity for growth and development.
• Salary projected to be between $21.50 and $26.50 per hour.