Hiring: Conference Associate/Coordinator/Manager Company: Acton Institute Location: Grand Rapids, MI Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:47:22 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : HubSpot, Julia, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Salesforce About the job Experience: •35 years, Acton has equipped religious leaders, business professionals, and scholars around the world to understand and live out the moral foundations of a free and virtuous society. Through high-impact educational programs, international events, and thought leadership, Acton helps shape the ideas and leaders who influence culture. •2+ years of proven professional experience planning and coordinating conferences. Required Skills: •This is salaried full-time position is located at our headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. •If you are energized by meaningful work, global impact, and a mission that connects faith to real-world leadership, Acton offers a unique opportunity to contribute to something that matters. •Assist with the planning, coordination, logistics, and execution of multiple conferences. •Track and manage various program processes and best practices; conference and project deadlines; program reports. •Coordinate participant & staff logistics, including air/ground transportation, lodging, food/beverage, and special requests. •Manage vendors, including working with a team to determine needs; quoting services; maintaining budget; preparing event orders; overseeing location setup. •Provide clear and professional oral and written communication with domestic and international participants, speakers, VIPs, and internal stakeholders. •Track various program deadlines and assist with the planning, coordination, logistics, and on-site execution of multiple programs. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!