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The Purple Elephant Project is looking for a passionate and energetic Community & Events Fundraiser to grow our fundraising and strengthen our local connections,particularly across the London Boroughs of Richmond and Hounslow.
We are expanding our team with this new role. As Community & Events Fundraiser you would be building on and developing already established relationships with local schools, community groups, supporters and organisations, inspire community fundraising, and plan and deliver exciting events, including our annual Purple Party.
We’re looking for a confident, creative and organised fundraiser who enjoys bringing people together, building lasting relationships and making things happen. Previous experience of community or events fundraising is essential, along with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to the charity’s child-centred ethos.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, friendly team and play a key role in growing our local community and making a real difference to children and families.
If you help us bring our community together and raise vital funds for the Purple Elephant Project, we’d love to hear from you.
To support children to transform their lives through the provision of high-quality, accessible integrated therapy services
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About the Role
As a Challenge Events Officer you will support the delivery and growth of MDUK's challenge events and community fundraising programme, helping to achieve fundraising targets through high-quality event management and exceptional supporter engagement. The role involves coordinating challenge events, driving participant recruitment and income generation, and delivering inspiring stewardship journeys that enhance the supporter experience, build long-term relationships, and encourage ongoing involvement with the charity.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Support the planning and delivery of challenge events, including participant recruitment, event logistics coordination, and supporter stewardship to maximise fundraising income.
- Manage participant recruitment, volunteer coordination, event logistics, and supporter communications to ensure successful event delivery and achievement of income targets.
- Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and stewardship activities to deliver an outstanding supporter experience and strong fundraising outcomes.
- Assess event applications, identify high-potential fundraisers, and provide tailored support to help participants achieve and exceed their fundraising goals.
- Assist with participant stewardship, supporter communications, and fundraising activities to support the successful delivery of large-scale challenge events.
- Work collaboratively to increase participation opportunities and improve accessibility across the challenge events portfolio.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of supporter journeys, increasing engagement, retention, and fundraising performance through effective stewardship and automation.
- Act as a first point of contact for fundraising enquiries, providing guidance, support, and signposting to relevant colleagues when required.
Other responsibilities:
- Ensure all personal data is handled securely, ethically, and in line with the Data Protection Act.
- To represent the charity externally if required and to undertake other such tasks as required by the line manager.
Working arrangements
- Fixed Term Contract - 9 months
- Full time: Monday to Friday, 35hours/week
- Hybrid working arrangement
- All necessary equipment provided
About Us
Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So, everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.
This is an exciting time to join the charity. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.
We believe that by creating opportunities for all, we strengthen our impact and better support the communities we are committed to serve.
What we offer
At Muscular Dystrophy UK, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a real difference to the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where colleagues can thrive and enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
In return, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- 25 days' holiday (pro rata) - increasing by one day each year after five years' service, up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
- Time off in lieu - reward colleagues who volunteer their time to support community
- Employer contribution of 5% with a minimum employee contribution of 3%.
- Life Assurance - up to 4x your annual salary
Health and wellbeing
- HSF Health Plan, including cashback on healthcare costs for you and your family.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free, confidential advice and support.
- Health and wellbeing resources, including Healthy Living support.
- Access to osteopathic treatment through the UCO Clinic Community Partnership.
- Discounted gym memberships.
Lifestyle benefits
- Employee discounts at a wide range of high street and online retailers.
- Interest-free season ticket loans.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Discounts on cinema tickets, live events and much more.
How to Apply
Please complete our application and include:
- Your CV and Cover Letter (PDF or Word format).
- Responses to the application questions
Important information
- This role is open to candidates based in the UK who have the right to work in the UK.
- Applications that do not include all the requested information may not be considered.
Next Steps
Application deadline: Sunday 13 September 2026, 11:59pm
Note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and bring forward interviews if we identify an exceptional candidate before the advertised closing date.
Interviews: Week commencing 21 September 2026.
Expected start date: October 2026.
We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups, including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, previous convictions and those with lived experience of the conditions we represent.
We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, with disclosure only requested where relevant at the appropriate stage
If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to understand your needs and make the recruitment process as accessible as possible.
Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities
We connect a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting and weakening conditions and people around them.



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The Purple Elephant Project is looking for an experienced, values driven Finance Manager to join our team in Twickenham. We are a children’s mental health charity, supporting over 100 children and their families every week with therapeutic services, such as Play and Art therapy, across the London boroughs of Richmond, Hounslow and beyond. This is an exciting new opportunity to play a key role in a growing children's charity and to use your finance expertise to help us make a real difference to children and families.
Working closely with our CEO and Trustees, you'll take ownership of our financial management, including:
- Management accounts and financial reporting
- Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow
- Payroll and financial controls
- Business partnering and financial insight
- Improving systems and processes, including Xero
We're looking for someone with strong management accounting experience, excellent attention to detail and a proactive, collaborative approach. Charity experience and Xero knowledge are desirable.
As you will be expected to spend 50% of the time in our offices, you will need to live within close reach of our charity.
If you are looking for a meaningful, senior part-time role, where your expertise can directly support the wellbeing of children and families, we'd love to hear from you.
To support children to transform their lives through the provision of high-quality, accessible integrated therapy services
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Job Title: Senior Volunteer Manager
Reporting To: Head of Volunteering
Salary Range: £40,00 - £45,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Direct Reports: 7 situated across England.
Location: London, Hybrid with frequent travel to sites across England.
Hours/Days per week: 35 hours per week, 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday.
Requirements: Felix only employs applicants who currently have the
right to work in the UK. We will carry out a DBS check for the successful candidate.
We are Felix
We bring people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental problem into a social opportunity.
Together with 16 other independent charities, 18,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network, supporting 1.5 million people across the country.
We‘re about fuller plates, fuller communities, and fuller lives.
Purpose of the Job
We are looking for the Senior Volunteer Managerto play a key role in working as part of a team to grow and improve our volunteer programme. Thousands of individuals volunteer regularly across Felix’s four depots, three food production sites and Felix’s UK’s three regional centres and, with a smaller number in Fundraising and other teams. We aim to improve our volunteer programme, as well as develop new opportunities, and make Felix a great place to volunteer.
The post holder will have five primary focus areas:
• Manage the development of individual volunteering at Felix, initiating and overseeing improvement projects and new opportunities and considering both volunteer experience and operational practicality.
• Line manage and continue to build, develop and support a team of seven. Lead on agreeing team and individual goals and priorities and oversee the team’s work.
• Support the team to develop site strategies to grow and improve our volunteer program and manage issues and opportunities at a local and tactical level.
• Collaborate with members of the operations team and other Felix colleagues to continue to integrate the volunteering team within Felix’s work, champion a ‘one-team’ approach.
• Collaborate with the Head of Volunteering, Volunteer Development Manager (Network) and Group Volunteering Manager on strategy and improvement projects
Duties and Responsibilities
• Manage seven Volunteer Managers, providing leadership and development opportunities and leveraging their expertise.
• Lead and manage team collaboration, development, communication, and resource distribution.
• Ensure that change management principles are utilised successfully to bring the team together post merger.
• Assist Volunteer Managers in integrating into site teams and fostering productive relationships, championing and facilitating a collaborative "one team" approach.
• Support Volunteer Managers in implementing strategies which promote volunteer recruitment, retention, and engagement.
• Oversee the involvement and experience of individuals who volunteer with Felix regularly, aligning their needs, skills and motivations with those of volunteer-involving teams.
• Work with colleagues to plan, set goals, make data-driven decisions, monitor progress, and report on volunteer recruitment and retention.
• Initiate, manage and collaborate on improvement projects and new processes, particularly in Felix’s depots and kitchen.
• Support Volunteer Managers in resolving volunteer issues, escalating to the Head of Volunteering when necessary.
• Lead the implementation of volunteer-related policies and continuous improvement initiatives locally.
• Assist Volunteer Managers in organising local volunteer events.
• Network with external stakeholders to promote the Felix Volunteer Program and integrate best practices.
• Perform additional duties as needed during the absence of volunteer management team members.
• Your normal duties and responsibilities will be set out in your job description. However, the charity may require you to perform other duties from time to time
Person Specification
You will want to spend time with our volunteers and get to know their experience and perspective. You will be a strong people manager, love working with a wide variety of people and be able to quickly build strong and positive relationships in a volunteer-centric organisation. You have extensive leadership, management and team building experience, like to see the impact of your work, and can implement and lead on new ways of working. You have a passion to be in a charity that is expanding rapidly and thrive in a busy environment. You will have a desire to help reduce food waste and/or fight food poverty.
Essential Criteria
• Strong individual and team management skills within a fast-paced environment
• Strong change management skills- especially those within a post merger environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communicator at all levels
• Great organisation and Planning skills with the capability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Good computer skills including the ability to use Office365
• Ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Capacity to foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment
• Practice in volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention.
• Capability in organising and facilitating events and activities for volunteers.
• Prior experience in a managerial role, preferably within the nonprofit or volunteer sector
• Experience in networking with external partners and stakeholders
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention
• Understanding GDPR and good data management practices
Equity Diversity Inclusion & Belonging
At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.
Application procedure
Once you apply you will be directed to our recruitment portal. Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and make sure that they are both uploaded before submitting your application. After you have submitted your application, you have 24 hours in which you can access you application and make edits. We will only consider applications with both CV and cover letter submitted.
Recruitment timeline
We reserve the right to close advertisements early and we might assess candidates and arranging interview as applications come in, so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful. Consequently, will not be able to provide feedback.
We deliver this surplus food to charities and schools so they can provide healthy meals and help the most vulnerable in our society.



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A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our award-winning fundraising team, to join us in an exciting new role of Legacy and In Memory Manager (Lead).
At Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital Charity, we believe there’s always more we can do for our sick kids and women, and that’s why we will always strive to do more for our patients and families. It’s our mission to raise the vital funds needed to make a real difference to all who use our hospitals, and to make our hospital feel just like home.
This role requires someone with experience in legacy administration and promotion and/or in memory fundraising, as well as excellent communication skills and a strategic mindset. We need someone with previous experience in relationship management and income generation - ideally within a legacy and/or in memory setting - who is able to lead and inspire our supporters and staff in order to generate long term income and awareness for the charity.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Lead the development and delivery of legacy marketing and in-memory fundraising strategies to drive sustained income growth and supporter retention
- Be self-motivated, independent and target-driven
- Act as the subject matter expert on legacy administration and in-memory giving, providing guidance, training, and mentoring while promoting a strong culture of philanthropy
- Manage all aspects of legacy casework, including complex and contentious cases, ensuring effective stakeholder relationships and full compliance with legal, regulatory, and best practice standards
- Oversee data management, reporting, and analysis to generate insights, improve processes, and support accurate forecasting and long-term financial planning
- Collaborate across teams to maximise fundraising opportunities, enhance donor engagement across channels, and deliver impactful events and integrated giving initiatives
- Posses a natural confidence in talking to people with high emotional intelligence and resilience due to the sensitive nature of the role, with excellent communication and relationship building skills.
What we offer:
- Flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance
- Generous annual leave entitlement with additional leave for long service
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Employee Assistance Program and Lifestyle Savings
- Free flu jabs
- Cycle to work scheme
- Charity events throughout the year
- Employer enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
- Ongoing commitment to education and professional development
The Charity is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Successful candidates will have access to vulnerable beneficiaries therefore the role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
If you think you have the qualities we are looking for and the desire to contribute, please download the Job Vacancy Pack and then send us a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role and making clear why you would like to be considered for it.
PLEASE NOTE: Within our organisation, this role is titled Legacy and In Memory Lead. This reflects our internal structure and does not change the scope or responsibilities described in this advert.
We will conduct interviews as suitable candidates apply and we're ready to hire if we find the right person before the job ad closes.
Making A Difference

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We stand for music and believe in the value of music for all people in our society. Every day we use the power of music to enrich the lives of people affected by life-limiting illness, trauma, isolation, social exclusion or disability.
Our goal is to bring more people together through the power of music. We need courageous, curious, agile, innovative change makers and music lovers like you to make this happen. This role is your chance to help us achieve our ambitious goal of transforming more people’s lives through music.
The culture
If you want to work at a charity with people and music at its heart; that is committed to providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace full of inspiring colleagues who work tirelessly to put those we exist to serve front and centre of everything we do; if you want to work collaboratively with integrity and kindness and are willing to come with us on a journey as we work together and collectively to carry out our mission, we could be your next team.
Could this be the place for you?
If you are values driven, courageous, curious, agile, flexible, enthusiastic and future focused (without losing sight of the here and now), if you can bring positivity and accountability to your work, if you strive for brilliance, challenges excite you and if you would speak with passion and dedication about our cause we want to hear from you!
About the role
We are looking to recruit two Events Assistants who are looking to start their career in events and who can be a “can do” true all-rounder. Someone who has the ability to be focused on the details and deadlines demanded by event management as well as someone who has the relationship management experience of working and managing fundraising committees.
You will be detail orientated, fast paced and a multitasker. You will be creative, approachable, and professional and have the drive and ambition to learn how to build relationships with and grow our network of supporters. The successful candidate will be passionate for our music therapy delivery, have empathy for our beneficiaries and their families and believe that music can truly make a difference.
Don’t worry, you don’t need to be musical, but you do need to be able to work cross-organisationally with colleagues in all areas of the charity to help bring awareness of our mission, vision and achievements to the world.
What we offer:
3 best things about the job (in our humble opinion)
· You will be joining an award-winning events team, with sector leading music awards show and many other industry events
· You will be fully supported as you learn and develop in the role, working with exceptionally experienced colleagues and events professionals.
· You will be working on a broad spectrum of diverse and growing range of fundraising events in the sector
Benefits include:
· Salary of £29,620 plus £1,500 London Weighting per annum where applicable.
· Pension scheme
· Enhanced maternity/paternity/parental leave, enhanced sick leave and generous
· 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work.
· Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
· An inclusive culture – and lots of music!
We are proud to have a firm set of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) principles that we all commit to:
1: ACCESSIBLE TO ALL
Understanding the / Removing any barriers (including barriers in communication methods) to becoming a client, colleague, trustee, student, volunteer, supporter doner or any user/contributor to the services of Nordoff and Robbins.
2: PROVIDING EQUITY OF OPPORTUNITY
Giving everyone the right tools and access for salary, promotions, roles, responsibilities, learning, development, and access to a Music Therapist for those at most need
3: DIVERSE ENGAGEMENT
Reaching our audiences in a multitude of ways including by having conversations with them, and meeting them where they are – be that through services, communications, events, research, resources etc.
4: BE FREE FROM DISCRIMINATION
To ensure we have fair practices, and allow people to speak out, question and challenge language, actions and behaviours of N&R as an organisation and those who represent it and to provide channels for them to do so safely.
5: BE VIGILENT, PROACTIVE AND RESPONSIVE To instil a culture of continual listening, evolving, and learning from people including our clients, their families and our colleagues and students
The UK’s largest music therapy charity, we break through with the power of music



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EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR
Sheffield Hospitals Charity is looking for a talented Events Co-ordinator to lead the delivery of a growing portfolio of fundraising and engagement events from flagship fundraising events to brand awareness initiatives, you'll play a key role in creating experiences that make a real difference.
What you'll do:
- Plan and deliver a varied programme of events from concept to evaluation.
- Build strong relationships with supporters, volunteers and partners.
- Help grow participation, income and awareness of Sheffield Hospitals Charity.
- Work as part of an ambitious and supportive fundraising team.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- Experience delivering successful events and managing multiple projects.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- A proactive, creative and solutions-focused approach.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident managing multiple projects at once. You'll be a natural relationship-builder with a creative mindset, excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding experiences. You'll have the opportunity to shape an established events programme, bring fresh ideas to the table and help improve the lives of patients, families across Sheffield.
If you're looking for a role where you can make your mark and deliver events with real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
If you feel you have relevant skills and experience, please submit your CV and supporting statement to Sandra Smith, Senior Consultant via the Charisma Charity Recruitment website.
Location: Sheffield (hybrid working available)
Closing date for applications: 21st September
First client interview: 2nd October
Second client interview: TBC
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Charisma is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments or wish to apply for this role under the Disability Confident Scheme, please contact our Operations Teams. Charisma will ensure all candidates who disclose that they wish to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and that meet the minimum criteria for the role will receive an opportunity to interview with the Charisma Consultant representing the role.
We help Sheffield’s hospitals, community teams, mental health and specialist services to cover the costs that the NHS can’t.



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Special Events Manager (Maternity Cover)
Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!
It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Special Events Manager, to join our Income Generation and Development team.
- Do you want to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK?
- Are you able to create strong relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers and team memeber?
- Can you think outside the box and develop unique event concepts and fundraising ideas?
- Do you have 3-5 years experience in event planning, fundraising or a related field?
Have you answered Yes to these questions?
Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?
Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack below.
If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application. We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!
We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.
We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.
Closing Date: 11th September 2026
We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.
To find a cure for all types of brain tumours To increase the UK investment in brain tumour research
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As Events Manager overseeing Event Planning & Delivery, you’ll take the lead on a varied portfolio of fundraising events across the UK and continental Europe, with a particular focus on cycling. This is a role where you’ll own the detail from the outset, shaping event plans, managing logistics, coordinating suppliers and partners, overseeing budgets and making sure everything is in place for a successful delivery. You’ll lead on our owned events as well as working with external event organisers, with responsibility for everything from course design, venues and travel through to road closures, health and safety and commemorative elements. It’s a broad events role with plenty of scope to develop the portfolio, improve existing events and identify opportunities to increase participation and return.
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.
You’ll be joining as an experienced events professional who is comfortable managing multiple moving parts and making decisions when things don’t go exactly to plan. You’ll work across internal teams and build strong relationships with event agencies, suppliers, councils, local authorities, corporate partners and other stakeholders, making sure everyone understands what needs to happen and when. You’ll manage project plans, budgets and KPIs, oversee contracts and supplier performance, recruit and coordinate volunteers and lead the on-the-day delivery of events. You’ll also have the support and responsibility of an Events Logistics Coordinator, giving you the opportunity to lead others while remaining closely involved in the practical delivery of your events.
We’re looking for someone who knows events inside out and enjoys the combination of planning, problem-solving and being there when it all comes together. You’ll need strong project management and organisational skills, commercial awareness and the confidence to build relationships with people at all levels. Experience of large-scale cycling events, overseas delivery or commemorative events would be particularly useful, but we’re interested in the wider experience you bring and your ability to deliver consistently high standards across a busy portfolio. If you’re someone who takes ownership, spots the detail others might miss and wants genuine responsibility for developing and delivering a programme of fundraising events, this is a role where you’ll have plenty to get your teeth into.
You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Generous pension scheme with employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, depending on length of service
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see the Job Description attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification.
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.
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.
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.
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: Based in our London office, E1. Homeworking options in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy.
Hours: 35 hours per week. Occasional evening work will be required; TOIL will be given in line with policy.
Contract: 9 months fixed term contract parental leave cover. If you are applying for this as an external secondment, please flag when submitting your application.
About the role
As Senior Special Events Manager, you will lead the delivery of one of the most exciting and fast-growing special events portfolios in the charity sector. This is a nine-month parental cover role, offering the opportunity to work with leading artists, performers, chefs, philanthropists and high-profile supporters to create unforgettable experiences that raise vital funds to end homelessness. From exclusive culinary experiences through Together at the Table and a star-studded festive production of A Christmas Carol, to building on the success of previous music fundraising initiatives with Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland, you'll help deliver a programme designed to inspire audiences and bring supporters closer to Crisis' mission.
At the heart of the portfolio is HOME: Reframed, an ambitious new art auction event that will bring together artists, collectors, philanthropists and supporters around a shared vision of ending homelessness. This flagship launch will carry a six-figure income target and play a central role in the future growth of the programme.
Working collaboratively across Crisis and with a wide range of external partners, you will create exceptional supporter experiences that deepen engagement, inspire action and generate significant income. You'll bring together people from different sectors and backgrounds, ensuring people with lived experience of homelessness are genuinely at the heart of our events programme and the stories we share, while helping shape the future of a growing portfolio with huge potential.
About you
- You've delivered standout events, experiences or engagement programmes that have brought people together and achieved measurable results.
- You're as comfortable building relationships with major supporters, artists, sponsors and senior stakeholders as you are managing the detail needed to make an event a success.
- You combine creativity with strong commercial awareness and have experience delivering income, revenue, sponsorship or fundraising targets.
- You thrive on balancing multiple priorities, managing complex projects and bringing ambitious ideas to life, even when timelines are tight.
- You enjoy working with a wide range of people and know how to bring colleagues, partners and supporters with you.
- You're excited by the opportunity to help grow an ambitious events programme and create experiences that inspire action in support of ending homelessness.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
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Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Monday 7 September 2026 at 23:55
Interview date and location:
- First interview: Wednesday 16 and 17 September, via Microsoft Teams
- Second interview: Monday 21 September, via Microsoft Teams
Interview process: Interview and presentation.
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About Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is the UK’s leading patient charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by pulmonary fibrosis. Our mission is underpinned by values of compassionate, bold, expert and collaborative. We believe in creating a supportive environment in which both our employees and beneficiaries can thrive.
Founded in 2013 by people affected by PF and clinicians, APF has grown into a respected national charity rooted in community and evidence. We provide trusted information and support, help a growing network of support groups, campaign to improve access to care and invest in research to bring hope of new treatments. APF strives to be an organisation of equity and inclusion, welcoming people from all backgrounds – our team and volunteers aim to reflect the diverse communities we serve.
We have just launched an ambitious five-year strategy (2025–2030), co-created with the PF community, which focuses on expanding support, transforming care, and accelerating research. This strategy marks a step change with a clearer focus, stronger delivery model and greater ambition to ensure no one faces pulmonary fibrosis alone.
Role Purpose
We are looking for a Senior Education and Events Officer to coordinate and deliver our education and events programme for people affected by pulmonary fibrosis, healthcare professionals and wider stakeholders.
This is a hands-on role at the heart of APF’s work. You will plan and deliver education sessions, webinars, conferences and events, making sure they are welcoming, accessible, well organised and shaped around the needs of the people we support.
You will manage the full attendee journey, from registration and communications through to delivery, feedback and follow-up. You will also coordinate APF’s presence at external conferences, work with speakers, clinicians and partners, and help ensure people who engage with our events can easily access wider APF information, support and opportunities.
We are looking for someone with strong experience of organising events, education sessions, webinars, training or similar activity. You will be highly organised, confident working with a wide range of stakeholders and comfortable managing logistics, digital platforms, databases and attendee communications.
You will also be confident hosting or supporting sessions both online and in person, and able to use feedback and data to improve future activity.
This is a great opportunity to help APF deliver high-quality education and events that give people affected by pulmonary fibrosis practical information, reassurance and confidence throughout their journey.
To apply, please submit a CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages outlining your suitability for the role and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the job description.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is a national charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by pulmonary fibrosis.
You will play a key role in organising and delivering a range hospice-led events, helping to maximise income, recruit participants and provide excellent supporter experiences. You will combine strong event organisation and project management with a clear focus on fundraising, ensuring our events are delivered safely, professionally and cost-effectively whilst providing excellent stewardship to event participants to develop a stronger relationship with Southern Hospice Group.
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We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Events & Customer Experience Duty Manager to join our Events team at Enable!
The Events & Customer Service Duty Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of an exceptional customer experience across Enable's venues, ensuring the smooth and effective operational delivery of events and day-to-day activities. The role will champion customer service excellence, leading front-of-house operations and ensuring every visitor receives a professional, welcoming and consistently high-quality experience.
The role will lead front-of-house teams, coordinate operational activity, resolve customer issues and ensure that all customers, visitors, clients and stakeholders receive a consistently high standard of service.
Working as part of the operational management team, the Events & Customer Service Duty Manager will take responsibility for the successful delivery of events and venue operations on a day-to-day basis. The role will provide an opportunity to develop the customer experience and operational management.
About Us:
Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.
At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:
Benefits:
- 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)
- Life Insurance
- Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
- A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
- Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
- Gym Membership
Reports to: Facilities & Operations Manager
Based: Wandsworth
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Work Arrangement: 40 hours per week, Office, Rota Based
DBS: Enhanced
Role Overview:
The Events Team are a busy, creative, tight knit group of vibrant professionals who are looking for someone to join the team who pride themselves in 5 start customer service and going the extra mile for their clients. In the Events Team we celebrate creative problem solving, autonomy and integrity in our approach to work.
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
Customer Experience
- Deliver a consistently high standard of customer service across all customer touchpoints
- Act as a visible and approachable presence for customers, clients and visitors
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve the customer experience
- Respond to customer queries, feedback and complaints in a professional and timely manner
- Resolve issues effectively, escalating matters where appropriate
- Ensure customer feedback is captured and used to support service improvements
- Promote a positive, welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers and visitors
Event and Operational Delivery
- Take operational responsibility for the smooth delivery of events and activities during duty manager shifts, including build, live and break
- Ensure all operational areas are prepared and ready for customers and event attendees.
- Monitor customer flow, queues, facilities and overall customer experience
- Respond quickly and effectively to operational issues and unexpected situations
- Ensure agreed event plans, procedures and customer service standards are delivered
- Work closely with event organisers, contractors, suppliers and internal teams to support successful event delivery.
- Produce high-quality End of Day Reports, identifying trends, lessons learned and opportunities to improve operational process and the customer experience, making recommendations to management to support continuous improvement
- Carry out pre-event venue readiness inspections to ensure all customer-facing areas, equipment and facilities are presented to the highest standard prior to opening
- Ensure venues are reinstated to operational standards following each event, identifying any maintenance, cleaning or operational issues requiring follow up
Team Support
- Lead, motivate and support customer service and front-of-house teams during events and daily operations.
- Provide clear briefings and ensure staff understand their roles and responsibilities
- Monitor team performance and provide coaching and feedback
- Support the induction and training of new team members
- Promote a positive team culture focused on excellent customer service
- Address poor performance or conduct issues in line with company procedures, escalating where necessary.
- Develop, implement and maintain consistent customer service standards across all venues, events and front-of-house operations
- Lead and follow through on receiving customer feedback
- Support commercial objectives through strong customer engagement and insight
- Lead by example, demonstrating professional and exceptional customer service standards at all times
- Foster a collaborative working environment, encouraging effective communication and teamwork across operational departments
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure the event operates in accordance with relevant health and safety procedures
- Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies and safeguarding concerns
- Complete and maintain accurate operational and incident records
- Ensure staff follow relevant policies, procedures and risk assessments
- Support the safe evacuation, invacuation, lockdown and other emergency procedures where required
- Report any hazards, incidents or operational concerns to the appropriate manager
Communication and Administration
- Maintain effective communication with colleagues, managers, customers and stakeholders
- Complete shift handovers and operational reports
- Record customer feedback, incidents and service issues accurately
- Support the monitoring of customer service performance and operational standards
- Contribute to team meetings, service reviews and continuous improvement activity
Skills and Experience:
Essential
- Experience working in a customer-facing operational environment
- Experience delivering a high standard of customer service
- Experience supervising, leading or supporting a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and event days
- Good organisational and administrative skills
- Full UK driving License
Desirable
- Experience working in events, hospitality or similar operational environment
- Experience handling customer complaints and challenging situations
- Experience working in a busy venue or high-volume customer environment
- Experience supporting staff training and development
- Experience with customer feedback systems or performance monitoring
Key Competencies
- Customer-focused
- Operationally effective
- A confident communicator
- Calm under pressure
- Solution-focused
- A positive team leader
- Organised and proactive
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts.
Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.
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About Cynthia Spencer
Cynthia Spencer Hospice provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care for people living with life-limiting illnesses across West Northamptonshire, as well as vital support for their families. Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity works alongside the Hospice to raise the additional funds needed to help sustain and develop these essential services. We are on an ambitious journey to grow our income, strengthen our relationships across the community and ensure specialist hospice care is available for everyone who needs it, now and in the future.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Events Fundraiser to join our growing Income Generation & Communications team and support the delivery of fundraising events that make a real difference to local people and their families.
Reporting to the Community & Events Fundraiser Lead, you will play a key role in organising and delivering a range of fundraising and challenge events, helping to maximise income, recruit participants and provide excellent supporter experiences. You will combine strong event organisation and project management with a clear focus on fundraising, ensuring our events are delivered safely, professionally and cost-effectively while encouraging participants to develop a longer-term relationship with Cynthia Spencer Hospice.
You will work with volunteers, participants, suppliers and colleagues to ensure events are delivered successfully while building strong relationships with supporters and acting as an ambassador for Cynthia Spencer Hospice.
Duties and Key responsibilities
- Support the Community & Events Fundraiser Lead in delivering the Events Fundraising Strategy and contribute to annual income and activity planning.
- Coordinate and deliver an agreed portfolio within the annual fundraising events programme, working towards agreed income, participation and activity targets.
- Identify, research and recommend opportunities to develop and diversify the Hospice’s fundraising and challenge event portfolio.
- Create and manage detailed project plans, event schedules, timelines and critical delivery milestones.
- Work with the Community & Events Fundraiser Lead to plan and deliver flagship fundraising events such as the Twilight Walk and Colour Run, taking operational responsibility for agreed events within the programme.
- Coordinate event logistics including venues, suppliers, contractors, equipment and other operational requirements, ensuring events are delivered on time and within agreed budgets.
- Develop and grow the Hospice challenge events programme, researching new opportunities and managing relationships with relevant third-party event providers.
- Recruit, engage and support event and challenge participants, providing fundraising advice, resources and encouragement to help maximise their fundraising.
- Develop strong participant stewardship and communications, ensuring supporters receive timely recognition and thanks and encouraging repeat participation and longer-term engagement.
- Identify opportunities to maximise event income and return on investment through participant fundraising, additional income opportunities and effective cost management.
- Recruit and coordinate volunteers required to support fundraising events, including rotas, briefings and appropriate event-day support.
- Work closely with the Marketing Team to promote events, support participant recruitment campaigns and develop effective event communications and content.
- Monitor event budgets, income and expenditure and regularly report performance against agreed income and participation targets.
- Complete post-event evaluations, using participant feedback, financial results and performance information to make recommendations for future events.
- Complete appropriate risk assessments and ensure licences, permissions, insurance and event documentation are in place.
- Ensure events comply with relevant legislation, health and safety requirements, the Code of Fundraising Practice and Hospice policies.
- Maintain accurate participant and supporter records on the fundraising CRM and ensure information is recorded in accordance with GDPR requirements.
- Work collaboratively across the Income Generation & Communications team and support wider fundraising activity where required.
About You
- Experience & Knowledge
- Experience of successfully organising and delivering events or complex projects from initial planning through to delivery and evaluation.
- Experience of managing budgets and working towards financial or other measurable targets.
- Experience of coordinating suppliers, contractors, stakeholders or volunteers.
- Experience of managing multiple projects or events simultaneously.
- Fundraising event or challenge event experience would be advantageous.
- Experience of working within the charity or not-for-profit sector would be desirable.
- Knowledge of event health and safety, risk assessment and compliance requirements would be advantageous.
- Experience of using CRM/database systems would be desirable.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong project-management, organisational and planning skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and changing demands.
- Proactive, practical and solutions-focused, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Commercially aware, with an understanding of the importance of income generation, cost control and return on investment.
- Able to build positive relationships with participants, volunteers, suppliers and colleagues.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality supporter experiences.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems.
- Willing and able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as required.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
General Responsibilities
The postholder will:
- Work within and promote the Charity’s values, policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements.
- Take responsibility for their own professional development.
- Attend relevant meetings, training and Charity activities.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the wider organisation.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the level and responsibilities of the post.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds who meet the requirements of the role. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
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The Events and Visitor Engagement Coordinator will correlate the planning and delivery of events, support visitor engagement activities to generate income, and help develop opportunities that increase participation, accessibility, and community involvement. The postholder will work closely with the Head of Events, Volunteers & Visitor Engagement, Cathedral staff, ministry team, volunteers, partners, and external organisations to ensure high-quality experiences for all who visit the Cathedral.
At the heart of both city and county, Chelmsford Cathedral is a hub for a rich variety of community activity.



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