Job Description

About CAC

The Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) exists to support transformation and inspire loving action in the world through the teaching of Christian contemplative wisdom and practices. Internally, we are working to create a healthy work environment that is grounded in the values of the tradition that we represent. Our mission drives us forward, but our team is at the heart of everything we do.

The Events Manager is a crucial member of the Events and Production team, responsible for overseeing the logistical execution of CAC events, which includes our conferences, virtual gatherings, and retreats. This role requires collaboration with a variety of teams to ensure that each event reflects CAC’s mission and values.  The Events Manager will oversee the implementation of our event strategy through the end-to-end project management and planning of our events. By creating transformative experiences that introduce Christian contemplative wisdom and inspire loving action, this position embodies CAC’s vision of transformed people working together for a more just and connected world.

What You’ll Do

• Lead event logistics: Oversee the execution of events, coordinating schedules across departments to ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Develop schedules and structures: Create detailed event schedules and work breakdown structures (WBS) and facilitate cross-team meetings to clarify responsibilities.
• Collaborate across teams: Partner with the Program Design, Creative, and Engagement teams to align event content, marketing, and creative elements with CAC’s vision.
• Oversee AV production: Manage audio-visual production and technical infrastructure to ensure high-quality event experiences.
• Negotiate and manage venues: Secure conference venues, manage contracts, event layouts, and catering to ensure a seamless experience.
• Coordinate communications: Oversee all communications with participants, including marketing and external messaging, before, during, and after events.
• Budget management: Prepare and monitor event budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Vendor and supplier relations: Maintain strong relationships with vendors, securing necessary support for event production.
• Lead training for staff and volunteers: Train and support staff and volunteers involved in event execution.
• Post-event evaluation: Conduct evaluations with stakeholders to assess event success and gather insights for future events.

Who You Are

• You take pride in your work, demonstrating accuracy, attention to detail and efficiency. 
• You deliver outstanding results and consistently meet deadlines.
• You take initiative on projects and propose innovative ideas and solutions.
• You’re collaborative and thrive in a team setting.
• You’re punctual and reliable in a fast-paced environment.
• You excel in coordinating actions and managing cross-departmental agreements to ensure smooth operations.
• You operate with integrity and build trust with those you work with. 
• You value quality work. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of experience in project and program management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proven problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with project management processes and tools/software (Asana preferred).
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and workshops, lead practices, and support CAC programming as needed.

Work Requirements

• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Use of computer, keyboard and monitor is necessary. 
• Must be able to lift and carry approximately 15 pounds.
• Must be able to speak English and hear spoken words.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position. While our preference is for candidates based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, or those willing to relocate, we are open to considering remote candidates located within the United States if they are the right fit. 

We are pleased to offer a salary range of $65,600 - $82,000 (based on experience) for this position. Salaries are established based on a grade system designed to ensure competitiveness with industry standards as well as pay equity. Final salary will be determined based on the specific qualifications of the candidate in relation to the salary grade and predetermined criteria.

At CAC, our commitment to pay transparency and fairness reflects both our values and our dedication to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. We have also designed a generous total rewards package in keeping with our mission and values. This includes industry-leading flexibility, benefits, and paid leave for full-time staff positions:

• Medical, dental and vision plans with options to best meet your needs 
• 401(k) with a 3% match of salary
• Generous PTO and paid sick leave policies
• Organizational-wide, week-long breaks in the summer and winter
• 3 months of paid sabbatical leave after 7 years of service
• 5 paid days off to attend one spiritual retreat a year after your first year of employment 
• Professional development stipend
• Five free books annually, in addition to all free digital downloads from CAC Library

Ready to Apply?

Please apply for this job directly through our online application system, providing your resume and other specified details to be considered for the job opportunity. Because of the high volume of interest, we are not able to process applications or respond to inquiries unless they come through the online application system.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

We believe that diversity makes us better. The CAC welcomes and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, family medical history or genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, military service, veteran status, citizen status, political affiliation, disability status, or any other non-merit based factor.

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