Senior Event Coordinator

About The Linux Foundation

The Linux Foundation brings together the world’s top developers and companies to accelerate open technology development and commercial adoption. With over 2,000 corporate members worldwide and a history of creating over $54B in shared technology value, it is at the forefront of solving difficult technological challenges.

About the Role: Senior Event Coordinator

This role supports The Linux Foundation's Event Services group producing dozens of global B2B conferences and events (in-person, virtual, and hybrid) for audiences ranging from 50 to 20,000+ attendees. Reporting to the Event Director, you will coordinate event logistics, manage budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and liaise with external vendors to ensure successful event execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate event logistics including communications, registration, and onsite support.
• Manage individual budget lines with negotiation to minimize costs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors for event success.
• Perform copywriting and proofreading for event materials.
• Offer customer support and maintain project tracking tools.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree and 2-4 years in event management, preferably B2B.
• Strong project management, scheduling, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with tools like Google Docs, WordPress, Salesforce, Cvent, and Asana is a plus.
• Willingness to travel overnight and on weekends (up to 20%).

Perks & Benefits

Competitive salary, outstanding health benefits, unlimited PTO, 100% 401k match, flexible remote work and additional perks like ‘Focus Fridays’ and global travel opportunities.

Key skills/competency

• Event Logistics
• Project Management
• Budget Management
• Vendor Coordination
• Communication
• Copywriting
• Customer Service
• Remote Work
• Scheduling
• Collaboration