Conference Operations Director (NSC 2027)
Conference Operations Director (NSC 2027)Work Location:Remote - USAJob Type:Part timeTo advance the purpose of InterVarsity, this position will provide project management and operational support to the assigned supervisor, including management of annual plans; and may, depending on function and department, assist in completing regular communications initiatives on behalf of supervisor.This position starts out at 20 hours per week, but has potential to reach up to 40 hours at times, particularly in the final 2 months of planning.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESPersonal:Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the worldMaintaining spiritual disciplines for personal and ministry growthModeling wisdom and maturity in the balance of family, church, and ministry lifeProcess and Project LeadershipBuild and maintain the master project plan for the conference teamDevelop timelines and milestones for major components of the conferenceTrack progress across all conference teams, ensuring deadlines are being metFollow up with team leaders on deliverablesIdentify bottlenecks and risksEscalate issues requiring leadership decisionsKeep the Conference Director informed Operations LeadershipCoordinate the operational systems behind the conference.Oversee registration processes, volunteer systems, venue logistics, room setup/AV coordination, transportation/hospitality, supply management and emergency planning.Create and maintain the conference budget. Track operational spending, monitor expenses, ensure the conference stays within budget.Lead operations onsite during the event. QUALIFICATIONSAnnually affirm InterVarsity’s Statement of FaithCommunication and Relational SkillsStrong evidence of high Emotional Intelligence competencyDemonstrated ability to navigate power and relational dynamics in a multi-layered organizationDemonstrated ability and commitment to work in a diverse team environmentPossess excellent social, verbal and written skillsOrganizational and Project Management SkillsDemonstrated exceptional organizational skills; detail orientedProject management skills, including the ability to monitor and coordinate a wide variety of reportsAbility to handle sensitive information in a confidential mannerDemonstrated commitment to dependability and maintaining a consistent presence in the officeAdaptable and able to change priorities as work demandsAbility to organize events, workflow, and the details involved and work under pressure of deadlinesExhibits learning agility and is open to learning new concepts, skills, and methodsAbility to set priorities, make decisions, meet deadlines, and resolve complex problems independentlyTakes initiative and works independently with limited direct supervisionGood analytical skillsDemonstrated commitment to dependability and maintaining a consistent presence in the officeDemonstrated ability to support the succes...