Sports Events Fundraising Manager

Sports Events Fundraising Manager

Children with Cancer UK is seeking a dynamic and experienced Events Manager to lead our Sports Events team. In this key role, you’ll oversee a portfolio of fundraising events, with a primary focus on managing the TCS London Marathon. You’ll work closely with our Senior Sports and Community Manager to ensure that all events provide a top-tier experience for participants, adhere to budgets, and meet fundraising goals. This is a hands-on role involving project management, stakeholder engagement, and budget oversight of approximately £4 million in income and £1.7 million in expenditure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the delivery of sports events, including the TCS London Marathon.
• Direct line management of two Senior Sports Coordinators.
• Lead and develop a team, setting goals and supporting their professional growth.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders, ensuring high standards of relationship fundraising and participant engagement.
• Analyse and report on event performance against key objectives and KPIs, collaborating across departments to maximise event success.
• Manage and forecast the Sports Events budget, tracking monthly financials to meet financial targets.

Who We’re Looking For:
The ideal candidate will have experience managing large-scale events, a background in fundraising, and strong skills in budget management and stakeholder engagement. Prior line management experience and an understanding of the UK fundraising landscape are essential.

Join us in our mission to improve survival rates and quality of life for children with cancer. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you're passionate about making a difference through event management and community engagement, we’d love to hear from you!