Event Manager Jobs

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Job Purpose:

The purpose of this role is to provide expertise in events management, to project manage the 39th WAGGGS World Conference and to support regional teams in the delivery of five Regional Conferences.

Key Responsibilities:

39th World Conference

• Responsible for overall project management of the in-person 39th WAGGGS World Conference in 2026, ensuring that the event fulfils the objectives and is delivered on time and within budget.

• Coordinate the relationship with the host Member Organisation, the Girl Guides Association of Cambodia. Ensure communication is smooth and that WAGGGS’ input to the event is provided within agreed timelines.

• Develop and oversee the implementation of a Memorandum of Understanding with the host Member Organisation.

• Management of the World Conference budget.

• Build and manage relationships with WAGGGS staff, volunteers, partners and Member Organisations, including working closely with volunteers involved in the delivery of the Conference.

• Coordinate the World Conference programme in collaboration with the World Board, WAGGGS staff and volunteers.

• Responsible for developing and monitoring the risk assessment and contingency plan for the World Conference, including ensuring appropriate Safeguarding processes and procedures are in place.

• Support with the recruitment and induction of the Conference Planning team and other volunteer groups.

• Coordinate the evaluation and reporting for the World Conference.

• Monitor the work of the Events Coordinators and Youth Event Lead.

• Establish and deliver regular reporting to the necessary stakeholders, including monthly updates to the World Board and Senior Management Team.

Regional Conferences

• Working closely with the respective Regional Manager, support the coordination and delivery of the five Regional Conferences taking place during July and August 2025.

• Take the lead on the logistics for the online governance elements of the Regional Conferences.

• Provide advice and support to the Europe Events Manager and Asia Pacific Events Coordinator in the Membership and Regional Support Team.

General

• Line-management of the Events Coordinators and Youth Event Lead.

• Manage the contract with the Event Management platform provider, ensuring it is fit for purpose and used for appropriate events within WAGGGS.

• Development of events management resources and templates that can be used to support the delivery of other events within WAGGGS, including risk assessment, budget management and other templates

We are looking for an Events Manager for an incredible childrens health charity to be responsible for leading the events
programme - developing, promoting, and delivering a range of events that maximise income

This is a hybrid role with 4 days in the Surrey office and one day homeworking after probation. Due to the events associated with the role there will be flexibility with regards to WFH and Toil.

The Charity
A passionate charity, dedicated to providing practical and emotional support to children and families in times of need.

You would be joining a highly respected organisation who prioritise a supportive and inclusive working culture. Repeatedly named as one of the top non-profit organisations to work for, offering of 25 days holiday, along with a range of professional development opportunities!

The Role
Lead and manage the annual programme of special events including flagship dinners/auctions to deliver outstanding events.

Manage and nurture key relationships with special event committee chairs and special event committee members.

Oversee delivery of the annual programme of sports and challenges fundraising events.

Take overall responsibility for the special and sports budget lines,delivering on income targets

The Candidate
Demonstrable experience of delivering events that generate income.

Experience of managing staff and/or volunteers

Experience of setting and managing budgets

Experience working collaboratively with colleagues, including Senior Leadership teams and external committees.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

ABOUT US

The Teaching Awards Trust is a charity committed to raising the profile of the outstanding, life-changing work that takes place in education across the UK. We champion, celebrate and raise the morale of all those who work in education.  Our mission is currently carried out through two powerful campaigns; The Pearson National Teaching Awards and Thank a Teacher.

 

ABOUT THE JOB

This is an exciting, new role that has been created to deliver a series of regional events aimed at bringing together and celebrating educators across the UK.  We are looking for an outstanding, innovative and dynamic event manager to help us shape these regional events, and take full responsibility for all aspects of event content, and organisational delivery, overseeing the coordination of key tasks and ensuring smooth execution with support from the wider team.

The role holder will collaborate closely with CEO to expand the impact and visibility of The Teaching Awards Trust, ensuring these events serve as a platform to celebrate and elevate the work of educators nationwide.

• Work with events sponsors and strengthen stakeholder partnerships to support the delivery and promotion of the events to ensure wide attendance, and in particular the development of relationships with regional partners and TAT alumni
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to promote the events
• Manage relationships with the PR agency and media partners to ensure strong media coverage
• Responsible for producing detailed event project plans to include timelines, risk management, guest management, venues, suppliers, staffing and budgets

ABOUT YOU

• A track record of 5-10 years in the successful delivery of events, with experience within the education/charity sector advantageous
• Knowledge of event management and marketing including an advanced understanding of the logistics of what makes an event successful 
• Stakeholder and supplier management experience
• You will have excellent project management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• You will possess excellent interpersonal and be adept at building relationships with stakeholders
• You will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to convey ideas succinctly and persuasively
• You will also have a self-starter mentality with the proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced working environment
• You are people driven and have a team player profile that engages and empathises with others

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

 

• A salary of £40- £45,000 per annum
• You will be home based with some need for regional travel and team meetings
• Annual leave is 25 days excluding bank holidays
• Employer pension contributions of 6%
• Learning and Development package also available

ABOUT OUR APPLICATION PROCESS

The closing date for applications is midnight on 10th January 2025 but applications will be reviewed and longlisted as soon as they are received. 

To apply, please follow the website link provided, along with a CV and a covering letter including why are you applying for this role and also describing a specific event you have managed in the past,

Successful candidates will be contacted by phone or email by 13th January 2025 at the latest for an initial short phone conversation, followed by remote first interviews on 14/15th January 2025

Second round interviews will take place w/c 20th January 2025

The Teaching Awards Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome application from all suitably qualified persons. If you require any assistance or adjustments during the application process, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Job Title: Festival and Events Manager
Organisation: Darbar Arts Culture Heritage Trust
Location: London

Salary: £35k – 45k per annum

Reports to: Head of Programmes & Partnerships

Direct Reports: 2

 

Job Description:

Darbar Arts Culture Heritage Trust, a leading promoter of Indian classical music, is seeking an experienced Festivals and Events Manager to lead, plan, and deliver world-class events in London and Leicester. We are looking for a highly organised, passionate, and detail-oriented individual with a love for Indian classical music to join our dedicated team.

Role Overview

The Events and Festival Manager is a pivotal role at Darbar Arts Cultural Heritage Trust, you must have a passion for music and ideally have an understanding or interest in Indian Classical Music. The role is responsible for the strategic planning, development, and delivery of our flagship festivals and events. This role involves leading a small team,  to ensure the successful execution of all our activities. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the future of Darbar’s events, ensuring they meet our high standards of artistic quality, audience engagement, and operational excellence.

Accountability over all events.

Running London Events and other events, overseeing Leicester events and Festival.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and manage the small team of events, providing guidance, support, and performance management.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of all events and festivals, ensuring they align with Darbar’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.
  • Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including artists, partners, sponsors, and audiences.
     
• Festival and Events
  • Manage and deliver several large scale events – like our concerts at St. Martin in the Field, the Barbican and other key venues, as well as manage and deliver our more intimate events including the platinum series
  • Manage and deliver our partnership concerts
  • Oversee events (including the Culture Festival) in Leicester
  • Being accountable and support the delivery of Darbar Festiva
     
• Operational Management:
  • Oversee all logistical aspects of event delivery, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, licensing requirements, and accessibility standards.
  • Manage the production of detailed event plans, schedules, and run sheets, ensuring clear communication and coordination across all teams.
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive event dashboard, providing real-time updates on key metrics and progress.
• Strategic Planning:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive events and festivals strategy, identifying opportunities for growth and innovation.
  • Work closely with the senior leadership team to ensure alignment with organisational objectives and the broader cultural sector.
  • Oversee the creation and management of event budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and effective resource allocation.
     
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL):
  • Lead on the development and implementation of MEL frameworks for all events and festivals, ensuring robust data collection and analysis that is in line with funder requirements, including the Arts Council England.
  • Produce detailed reports on event performance, including audience engagement, financial outcomes, and impact against strategic goals, for internal reporting as well as for board reporting.
  • Use insights from MEL to inform future event planning and drive continuous improvement.
     
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, including funders, sponsors, and partners, ensuring strong relationships and effective communication.
  • Represent Darbar at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities, raising the profile of the organisation and its work.
     
• Team Development:
  • Support the professional development of the events team, providing opportunities for training and skill-building.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, encouraging creativity, innovation, and excellence.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Significant experience in senior event management, preferably within the arts or cultural heritage sectors.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale events or festivals, from conception through to delivery.

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in line management, mentoring and developing staff.

• Excellent organisational and project management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), with the ability to analyse data and produce insightful reports.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Financial acumen, with experience in budget management and financial reporting.
• Be able to work evenings and weekends.

· Work on unsociable hours (evenings and weekends)
Need to be able to travel to Leicester on a regular basis.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a charitable or non-profit organisation.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, licensing, and accessibility standards within the UK events industry. Ideally have access to a car to be used to travel to remote events.
• A passion for South Asian arts and culture, with a deep understanding of the ICM sector.

Join us in promoting the finest Indian classical music and delivering exceptional cultural experiences in the heart of London and Leicester!

This job description is designed to appeal to candidates with both strong logistical skills and a genuine passion for Indian classical music, highlighting the prestige of Darbar's events and the unique experience the position offers. Interviews will be held 15th and 16th January 2025 in our West London Office.

We are delighted to announce that a new 2 year fixed-term role has become available and we are looking to recruit a Programme and Events Manager.

The primary focus of the role is the day-to-day management of contracts to deliver the secretariat functions of: the Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel (GEEAP) and the Building Evidence in Education (BE2) network. This comprises of various donor contracts, both from governmental and private sector foundations.  The Programme and Events Manager will oversee the delivery of programmes, coordinating budgets, workplans, consultant management, and administration. The Programme and Events Manager will also work with the Team Lead to schedule and plan GEEAP and BE2 events such as the annual BE2 members meeting, the GEEAP panel meeting and participation in Education World Forum (EWF).

The Programme and Events Manager may be assisted in this by a Project Officer (tbc). The Programme and Events Manager will work closely with teams of staff and consultants based globally including the Team Lead based in the USA, and will report to the Gender and Social Development Head of Practice (based in the UK).

About The Role
Are you ready to take your event management career to the next level?

Join us as a Remembrance Events Manager and become a vital part of the Royal British Legion's mission to honour and commemorate the sacrifices of our armed forces. In this role, you'll lead a dynamic team to plan and execute unforgettable events that uphold our legacy of Remembrance.

As the Remembrance Events Manager, you'll have the opportunity to shape the national landscape of commemorative events, working closely with civil, military, and veteran organisations, as well as the Royal Household. You will lead the Remembrance Events Team and deliver a busy programme of iconic and high-profile national events. Your creative vision and strategic planning skills will be instrumental in delivering large-scale events that capture the hearts and minds of the nation.

With your strong leadership abilities, you'll effectively manage budgets, resources, and venues to ensure the seamless execution of every event. Your knack for promotion of diversity and inclusivity will shine through as you represent the Royal British Legion in a positive light, both nationally and internationally. If you're a seasoned event planner with a passion for honouring our heroes and a track record of success in project management, we want to hear from you.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Join us in preserving the legacy of Remembrance and making a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans and their families. Apply now and be part of something truly special.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

You will be contracted to our London Hug, Haig House. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, but with a minimum expectation of two days/week connecting directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.

Salary: £38,000-£42,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: London/Hybrid, minimum 1 day p/week in London office, with some travel to south-site hospitals (Bromley, Orpington)
Closing date: Rolling

We have an excellent opportunity for a Community and Events Manager working for the brilliant King’s College Hospital Charity. As part of this role, you will lead the delivery of the community and events fundraising strategy by co-ordinating and managing a portfolio of activities, products and events to engage the support of local communities and grateful patients.

This is an excellent opportunity where you will be able to work in a truly dynamic and innovative culture, taking a leading and key role in supporting the growth of the charity.  

To be successful as the Community and Events Manager, you will need:

• Demonstrable experience of independent community fundraising with financially successful results.
• Proven track record of delivering highly successful events.
• Experience of recruiting, managing and motivating staff and volunteers.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner. 
 

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and building vibrant communities? Kingston Students’ Union (KSU) is excited to recruit a Student Communities and Events Manager to lead the charge of delivering exceptional opportunities for our diverse student body. 

As a key member of our management team, you’ll oversee the performance and delivery of the Student Communities and Events Team. Your leadership will ensure the creation of a bespoke program that reflects the unique character of Kingston’s student communities. By fostering engagement and enhancing member satisfaction, you’ll help bring our organisational strategy to life. 

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, loves crafting meaningful experiences, and is ready to make a real impact on student life. 

Not sure you tick every box? 

If you think you have what it takes to join our team but don’t meet every point in the job description or person specification, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s have a chat to explore how your skills and experience could help us achieve great things for the Union and our members. 

We can’t wait to see your application! 

Click this link to view the full job description 

Closing Date for Applications: 20 January 2025 

Interview date: 29 January 2025 (in person) 

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a wonderful children’s charity to recruit for the Special Events Manager in order to manage high-level fundraising events from conception through execution, ensuring flawless delivery and maximising income for the charity.

As a Special Events Manager you will:

• Work closely with senior volunteers, corporate partners, and internal teams to build strong relationships, secure sponsorship, and ensure the success of each event.
• Lead on planning, project management, and delivery of large-scale fundraising events
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including senior volunteers and event sponsors
• Work with colleagues across the charity to maximise fundraising opportunities and drive income
• Develop creative and engaging event materials, adding innovation to  events
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective outcomes

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Proven experience in delivering large-scale events with creativity and innovation
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage senior stakeholders and volunteers
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working in customer-focused roles (e.g. fundraising, sales, or marketing)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Experience in budget management, with a track record of meeting financial targets
• Proficiency in Windows-based software (Word, Excel, etc.)

Salary: £31,703 - £34,851 inc. LW per annum

Contract type:Full-time, permanent

Location-  London, hybrid working with 1 day a week in the office

Closing date: on rolling basis 

Interview: January

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Chiswick House & Gardens Trust is looking for an entrepreneurial, strategic and commercially focused person to fill a key position within a small dynamic team.  The Commercial Development & Events Manager role combines strategic planning, partnership cultivation, and event management to support our social and  charitable mission while driving income growth and community impact.

In this role you will contribute to our mission by refining and developing our commercial strategy to align with our social, charitable and audience development goals.  You will be responsible for growing our commercial income through securing corporate partnerships, events and filming opportunities, engaging our existing and new audiences.

This post requires commercial acumen, partnership development and a creative mindset with the proven ability to develop unique income generating experiences that celebrate and are sensitive to our Grade 1 listed gardens, buildings and are anchored by our mission.

About Cosmic Charity

Cosmic supports the work of the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and Queen Charlotte’s Hospital, Hammersmith. We fund vital equipment, staff training, research, and support services for patients and their families.

We are seeking an Events and Volunteering Manager to join our small, friendly charity at a pivotal time in our journey. Cosmic is rapidly growing both our service delivery and our team, making this an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a very special and much-loved charity. This role will oversee and manage the end-to-end planning and high-quality delivery of all income-generation and engagement events for Cosmic, with the goal of maximising income, enhancing supporter engagement, and raising the charity’s profile.

Cosmic already has a portfolio of events ranging from our Cosmic Walk, Dragon Boat and Duck Race, Cosmic Ball, and various annual events hosted by our corporate partners. These events form the backbone of our engagement efforts and provide critical opportunities to connect with supporters, raise funds, and promote our mission. This role will manage the existing events while also developing new opportunities, ensuring a dynamic and diverse event portfolio. Additionally, it will provide Cosmic with the opportunity to develop a collaborative Events Strategy in line with the wider organisational growth strategy, aligning our events with and supporting our overarching objectives.

The Events and Volunteering Manager will also be responsible for facilitating and formalising all Cosmic volunteering opportunities, including our corporate engagement programme, ensuring they align strategically with the charity’s service delivery goals while delivering mutually beneficial outcomes for both the organisation and the corporate partner.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning and Delivery 

• Develop the Cosmic Events Strategy by effectively initiating and delivering a calendar of events suitable for our audiences, that will drive audience reach and income, focusing on delivering a good return on investment and achieving set objectives.
• Take overall responsibility for planning, organising, and executing a wide range of events, from initial concept to post-event evaluation.
• Lead on all aspects of project management for events, including:
  • Developing and managing event budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
  • Coordinating event invites, monitoring RSVPs, managing guest correspondence, and ensuring strong attendance.
  • Sourcing prizes, managing material production, and liaising with external suppliers.
  • Producing risk assessments and contingency plans to ensure the smooth running of events.
• Promote events effectively to ensure strong attendance and engagement, using a variety of communication channels to reach the correct audiences.
• Oversee on-the-day event delivery, including running briefings, managing running orders, volunteer coordination, and logistics setup.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including suppliers and committees, to ensure the success of events.

Event Development and Innovation

• Strategically plan all events a year in advance via a comprehensive calendar to allocate resources effectively and align with the Cosmic 3-year plan.
• Design a varied programme of engaging, high-quality events to attract new supporters and steward existing ones.
• Identify opportunities for new event concepts to grow income streams and increase awareness of the charity’s work.
• Monitor and analyse event performance and ROI to provide insights for improvement.

Supporter Stewardship

• Develop and implement tailored stewardship plans for event donors, ensuring longterm engagement and retention.
• Collaborate with the wider team to provide excellent donor care and build strong relationships with key supporters.

Corporate Partnerships

• Under the leadership of the Senior Philanthropy Manager, steward relationships with relevant corporate partners, developing strong links and identifying opportunities for collaboration via Cosmic events, corporate partnerships/fundraising and volunteering opportunities.
• Coordinate all corporate volunteering activities in collaboration with NHS and Cosmic service delivery colleagues.
• Develop high-quality materials for proposals and presentations to engage potential corporate supporters in events and volunteering.
• Act as the key point of contact to liaise with corporate partners who host and plan events on behalf of Cosmic, ensuring that all income generation, awareness and partnership opportunities are maximised at these events.

Volunteer Management

• Develop and oversee a structured volunteer management programme, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and objectives for volunteers across Cosmic’s activities.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and manage volunteers to support:
  • Office-based activities: administrative tasks, office organisation, and day-today support. 3
  • Cosmic events: providing event-day support, including setup and stewarding.
  • Wider projects: community engagement, fundraising initiatives, and special projects.
• Provide ongoing support, training, and recognition to ensure volunteers feel valued, engaged, and aligned with Cosmic’s mission.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and ensure compliance with relevant policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the charity to integrate volunteers into organisational service delivery plans effectively.

Administration and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of event attendees, income, and expenditure in the charity’s CRM Donorfy.
• Provide regular updates on event progress and performance to senior leadership and trustees.

General Duties

• Build strong relationships across the charity, NHS units, and key stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Keep abreast of trends and innovations in the events and fundraising sectors to ensure best practices.
• Undertake other duties as required to support the charity’s objectives. 

For the full job description and person specification, please see the attached document

Leukaemia UK – Our Charity

Leukaemia UK is growing! We are expanding our team to achieve a step-change in income, profile and impact in 2025 and beyond.

We are a ‘small but mighty’ charity with one big ambition: to stop leukaemia devastating lives. Over the next 10 years we want to help save and improve the lives of more people with leukaemia through finding and funding life-changing research.

Despite progress in recent decades, someone in the UK is diagnosed with a blood cancer every 16 minutes and survival rates are among some of the worst of any cancer.  And the physical and psychological impact can be lifelong. 

Our current strategy outlines our plan to increase our investment into ground-breaking world class research and policy development focused on improving access to kinder, more effective diagnosis, treatment and care for leukaemia and other blood cancers. To do this, we are embarking on a period of significant growth, investing strategically to grow our income, profile, influence, and engagement and impact.

As we begin the fourth year of this ambitious 5-year strategy, we are seeking a passionate and pro-active Special Events Officer to support in the delivery of our growing special event portfolio.

Team

We are a close-knit team, who are all passionate about Leukaemia UK and putting those affected by the disease at the heart of everything we do.  We are all focused on “keeping it real” with pragmatic, practical solutions, as well as ensuring that our charity gets the funding it needs to continue to help those diagnosed with leukaemia and other blood cancers.

From us you can expect fun and creativity, as well as great challenge and support. We may not be about the corporate life here, but we are all about delivering exceptional expertise and making a real change to people’s lives.

 

Leukaemia UK and You 

Working closely with the Special Events Manager and the wider Philanthropy and Fundraising team, you will play a key role in our ambitious plans for Special Events at Leukaemia UK.

We are looking for a collaborative, organised and results driven Special Events officer who is passionate about the impact our events can have in supporting the leukaemia community and ultimately stopping leukaemia devastating lives. You thrive on excitement and the many layers involved in Special Event delivery.

This is a great role for someone looking to have real development and learning opportunities, in an exciting and fast-paced environment. You will be working with an experienced philanthropy team at a time of significant and exciting growth, in which our Special Events portfolio plays an important part.

Skills and Experience 

• An ambitious but focused mindset, dedicated to delivering results
• Excellent relationship management skills, with diplomacy and discretion in working with high profile supporters
• Excellent verbal communication, networking and relationship-building skills
• Effective project management skills, with experience of delivery high quality events
• Experience of tracking income and expenditure against budgets
• Experience of managing external suppliers
• Experience of the charity sector and special event fundraising
• A collaborative mindset, with experience of working across teams, utilising internal expertise to best effect
• Experience of working to ambitious team objectives and reporting against these
• Effective time management skills

 

Job specifics  

• Hours: Full time hours are 37.5 Monday to Friday
• Location: We are very flexible! Our hybrid working policy is a minimum of two days per month in our London Office office. For the Philanthropy team this will vary dependent on meetings with internal and external stakeholders so your flexibility is a must. Our aim as the Philanthropy team is to work together in the office together one day a week, if and when possible.
• Salary range £30,000 - £36,000 (FTE)
• First interviews will be held via Teams on Monday 20th January 2025
• Second interviews will be face to face in our London Offices – at 26 Great Queen St, London WC2B 5BL on Monday 27th January 2025.
• We are proud of our benefits – see a summary on our website Work with us - Leukaemia UK 

If you feel you have the passion for our work and the right mix of skills, energy, and flair to embrace this broad and challenging role and enable our strategy to fly, then we would love you to apply. Please also see the full job description attached to the advert.  

Application instructions: To minimise unconscious bias, we use anonymous recruitment and are unable to consider direct applications. Please apply via the CharityJob website with your CV and covering letter.

Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 5th January 2025

We look forward to hearing from you! 

Charlotte Holmes

Head of Philanthropy 

 

Working closely with the Business Development Director and Business Development Manager the Fundraising Manager will play a pivotal role in the creation, development and implementation of a robust and diverse fundraising strategy that contributes to the overarching income generation strategy, that meet both current and future operational needs.

The post holder will be responsible for designing, developing and the leading on the delivery of ambitious fundraising initiatives and campaigns.  They will be instrumental in building strong, lasting relationships with new and existing supporters.  They will grow our income and our pool of donors.

The postholder will have a central role in working to secure grants from statutory agencies and trusts and foundations.

There is significant scope and opportunity for the Fundraising Manager to develop the charity’s work arounds individual giving, challenge/community events, support innovative digital fundraising campaigns and assist in the delivery of targeted fundraising activities and events and corporate partnerships.

The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for all processes related to fundraising activities including managing budgets to ensure best use of available resources to maximise income.

The post holder will create an effective and engaging internal and external communication plan that ensures inclusivity and accessibility across all areas of the charity.

This role involves evening and weekend working to support fundraising events and activities.  Time off in lieu will be given for these events and activities.

Workers should be “free from abuse in their own lives.”

Applicants are asked not to put themselves forward for selection if this is not the case.

About the Headway fundraising team

The fundraising department is responsible for generating £5.3m of income to support the charity’s services, with £3.6m coming from our retail activities and the remaining £1.7m from general fundraising.
We do this through our retail team and 29 charity shops and by raising funds across events, community fundraising, corporate partnerships and grants from trusts and foundations.
Reporting to the Events Manager, you will be responsible for supporting event delivery and providing administrative support for event fundraisers helping them to maximise their fundraising and support to the charity circa £300,000 per year.

About the role

Key areas of accountability

• Support the Events Manager in co-ordinating and recruiting volunteers for on-site cheer points for large-scale events and researching activation events to engage with new supporters.
• Enhance event experience, assist design and ordering additional kit to support any Headway events.
• Attend Headway events throughout the year, including the London Marathon, Annual Awards, Headway Charity Golf Day.
• Build relationships with event participants and provide motivation, fundraising advice and materials to ensure they meet their fundraising targets and have a great experience with the charity.
• Act as the primary contact for event fundraisers, taking incoming enquiries from supporters through our communication channels (phone, email and post).
• Work with the Events Manager to secure sponsorship for Headway events by sourcing raffle, auction prizes and administering bookings, and support with the production of event newsletters, social media posts and event marketing emails.
• Maintain the fundraising database. Working with the team ensure the weekly and monthly bank analysis of donations is updated and donations are recorded on our CRM. Ensuring event fundraisers are thanked for their support.
• Collaborate with the fundraising team and other departments to generate ideas and solutions to help meet financial targets.
• To respond appropriately signpost fundraisers and give support to local Headway charities and volunteer-led branches.

Corporate responsibilities

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is at the heart of what we do and every member of staff has a duty ensure that they understand and follow safeguarding procedures to promote the welfare of our staff and service users.

Health and Safety

We are an employer who is committed to Health and Safety and you will have a role to play ensuring that we continue to embed a health and safety culture.

GDPR

You will help ensure that we remain fully compliant of our obligations in respect of data.

Equal opportunities

Equal opportunities is a key value of Headway UK. Every member of staff has a personal responsibility to ensure that they behave in an inclusive way and contribute to our diversity goals.

You are an ambassador for Headway UK – We want all our staff, regardless of roles to be our ambassadors, representing the charity and promoting the work we do.

Benefits

As a staff member at Headway - the brain injury association you’ll have access the following range of benefits;

Financial Security

• Competitive Salaries
• Pension - You’ll be automatically be enrolled into the People’s Pension with Headway contributing between 3 – 6%
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme – Increasing with length of service.
• Death in Service Benefit - You’ll have the security of knowing if anything happens to you your loved ones will be provided for

Flexible Working

• Remote working – For the majority of our roles we can facilitate fully remote or hybrid working.
• We understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for our team to thrive. Headway - the brain injury association offers flexible working arrangements, promoting well-being and ensuring you can take care of yourself while you care for others.

Wellbeing

• You’ll benefit from a fully comprehensive 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including access to counselling services.
• Eye Test Vouchers
• Mental Health First Aiders

Holidays and leave

• You’ll get 25 days leave incrementally increasing to 30 days based on service plus Bank Holidays.

Benefits

• You’ll have access to a range of shopping and lifestyle benefits and discounts through our IMHR Plus Privilege membership.

About Headway

Headway - the brain injury association plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals and families affected by brain injuries. Our comprehensive services encompass rehabilitation, counselling, and practical assistance to help survivors regain independence and improve their quality of life. Headway - the brain injury association is at the forefront of raising awareness about the challenges faced by those with brain injuries and advocates for their rights, ensuring they receive the care and understanding they deserve. Through a combination of educational initiatives, community outreach, and personalised support, Headway - the brain injury association strives to rebuild lives, offering a lifeline to those navigating the complexities of brain injury recovery.

Embark on a fulfilling career with Headway - the brain injury association and join our compassionate team and contribute to our mission of rebuilding lives after brain injury. Make a meaningful impact with Headway - the brain injury association, where every role plays a crucial part in empowering those on the path to recovery.

Thank you for your interest in Headway - the brain injury association and we look forward to getting to know you!