Event manager jobs in epping forest, essex
Join us as Events and Marketing Manager and help raise vital funds for The Firefly Project, our flagship initiative tackling child poverty in the UK.
We’re looking for a proactive, solutions-driven individual with experience in events, marketing, and income generation. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering impactful campaigns and fundraising events that fuel long-term social change.
If you’re passionate about using your skills to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
About us
Quintessentially Foundation is on a mission to light up the lives of children and young people facing severe disadvantages in London. We are a proactive, grant-giving foundation dedicated to tackling child poverty and addressing the inequalities that exacerbate it. We do this by finding, funding and supporting small frontline charities well-positioned to make a big difference.
The role
This is a pivotal role delivering high-impact fundraising events, overseeing end-to-end event operations, managing freelancers and volunteers, and ensuring seamless execution from planning to post-event analysis.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the end-to-end operations and delivery of our events, which includes coordinating freelancers, contractors, and volunteers.
- Developing and managing the Foundation’s annual events calendar, ensuring that deliverables are SMART and aligned with broader priorities.
- Managing tasks and work allocation for each event, ensuring that timelines and objectives are met.
- Ensuring events are effectively promoted and communicated to the QF database and beyond while leveraging key networks to maximise each event's success.
- Supporting the Head of Events & Engagement in curating new events to enhance donor engagement and increase fundraising for the Foundation.
- Managing fundraising communications for events and ensuring that an event-specific fundraising strategy is executed, monitored and targets are achieved for each event.
The person
We are looking for someone with significant experience delivering or working within luxury events. Ideally, you will also have experience delivering fundraising events, and working with HNWI. Strong project management and communication skills will be vital, and you will be confident with CRM systems, social media platforms and MS Office packages.
We are passionate about our mission, and we are looking for someone who shares that passion and drive. If you think that is you, then we want to hear from you.
To apply
To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter along with an answer question to the following question:
Briefly describe an idea for a new event that could positively impact the charities and young people supported by Quintessentially Foundation. The positive impact could be financially, profile awareness, increasing volunteers, beneficiary opportunities or a mixture of several ideas that align with your chosen charity partner. (You may submit an answer in any manner you wish!)
Closing date for applications: 25th July 2025
Interviews: 30th July 2025
We look forward to hearing from you!
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About OCD Action:
We have a vision of a time when OCD is well understood, and everyone gets the treatment and support they need when they need it. With the OCD community, we are fighting for this. Until that day arrives, our aims are:
1) that everyone affected by OCD has access to the high-quality support, information and guidance they need to enable them to access the right treatment;
2) that no one affected by OCD feels that they must face it alone.
To do this we raise awareness of the reality of living with OCD and its treatability, provide a helpline, over 50 support groups, online forums and a range of youth services.
About this role:
This new role has been established to ensure the effective planning, co-ordination and delivery of our three key events over the next year:
- our National Conference
- our Carol Service
- our spring fundraising event.
As a successful Senior Events Officer you will work with people from across the charity, from Trustees to experienced administrators. You will build and maintain strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including our small staff team, trustee Board, event speakers and suppliers. You will act as a key liaison for speakers and attendees ensuring all are left with the highest opinion of OCD Action. You will have a track record of managing event logistics, and be confident in developing event project plans and risk management plans. You will have project management experience and a solutions-focused approach. Ideally you will have a good understanding of event ticketing and will previously have used a CRM system to manage relationships with event attendees. Through this role you will be key to OCD Actions work and to delivering our vision and strategy.
Working at OCD Action:
It is important that working with us works for you. This is why we have an attractive benefits package, including flexible working and hybrid working.
We believe that diversity drives improvement and creativity. This fosters the environment needed to ensure we can do and be the best we can for the OCD community. We actively employ, and pro-actively seek to employ people with lived experience of intersectional disadvantage.
If you are passionate about being part of a movement for change for those impacted by OCD, we encourage you to apply. Please complete and return the application form by ....
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Blesma – The Limbless Veterans is the national charity and membership association for limbless serving and ex-service men and women and their dependants.
We help all wounded Servicemen and women who have lost limbs, the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing well-being support and rehabilitation activities.
Blesma campaigns for our veteran’s rights and looks after individuals and their families by offering a comprehensive welfare system and financial assistance programme. Rehabilitation, support, counselling and care are the four principal foundations of our organisation. Together, we can help our men, women and their families face the challenges ahead with renewed confidence and self-belief.
The Activities and Event Administrator is an important role within Blesma as part of a small team that delivers a stimulating sporting and social activities programme to enhance Members rehabilitation and well-being. This is a fantastic opportunity for a personable, organised and committed individual to join an inspiring organisation and make a real difference in the lives of our beneficiaries.
Please note, applications will be screened as of when they are received and depending on the volume of applications, we may close the position before the closing date.
We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunitis to all, regardless of individual's age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnershiip, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
If you have a disability and wish to request reasonable adjustment at any stage of the process, please get in touch with us.
If you're unsure about your suitability, apply anyway — we’ll consider your application with care.
Applicants should submit their CV and Covering letter detailing how they meet the role requirement.
Blesma is here to assist its Members lead independent and fulfilling lives.





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Purpose of the Job
UK Youth is seeking an exceptional Project and Events Manager to drive the logistical planning, launch and delivery of the Joined Up Institute. Building on the success of the Joined Up Summit, the Joined Up Institute will be a groundbreaking year-round learning opportunity for practitioners across the youth, education, employment, health, social care, youth justice, business, government, and civil society sectors united by a common mission: to transform opportunities and outcomes for young people through cross-sector collaboration and evidence-based solutions.
Reporting to the Network Development Consultant, you will be responsible for providing the technical and operational expertise to ensure the successful delivery of key convening events that form part of the Joined Up Institute learning journey. You will work closely with the Director of Network Delivery and a cross functional project team to coordinate all aspects of project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the events and providing wider project management support as needed. The role requires a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive individual with strong project management skills and experience delivering complex, innovative large-scale events.
Key Responsibilities
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Project Management, Planning and Co-ordination
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Stakeholder Management and Communication
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Event Management and Logistics
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Budget and Resource Management
Experience we're after
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Proven experience in project management, with a track record of delivering complex, large-scale projects
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Proven experience in successfully planning, delivering and managing large, complex or an ongoing series of events (e.g. a professional development programme)
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Experience of working with young people/ youth sector and understand the challenges they face
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Experience of connecting cross sector networks and understand the challenges and opportunities in this space
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Experience of using digital platforms (CRM/stakeholder management systems) to engage networks and communities
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Monitoring and evaluation experience and an understanding of the importance of data in decision making
Who we are
UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.
UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.
Why work at UK Youth?
We are a value-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment with lots of opportunities for professional development and socialising (even for those working remotely!) from lunch and learn sessions, staff quizzes to virtual coffee meet ups.
UK Youth prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer and we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.
We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in our organisation including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are also currently underrepresented by men, and so are seeking applications from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity to bring a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights to UK Youth.
What we can offer you
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:
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Flexible/Agile Working
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27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
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Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
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Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
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Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
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Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
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Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
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20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
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IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
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CycleScheme and TechScheme
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.
- Closing date for applications will be 28th July 2025 at 9am
- Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 4th August 2025
As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.
UK Youth is a leading charity with a vision that all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives.

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About PBE
We use economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and our close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing.
Right now, around 3 million adults in the UK are living in wellbeing poverty. We want to change that.
Our team of analysts, researchers and economists work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including mental health, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality and civil society. Our current focus areas are loneliness, children and young people’s mental health and private rental housing. We have changed national government policies on charitable giving, data about charities and volunteering and the relationship between civil servants and charities. Our research and insights helped secure over £1 billion of government funding for children’s services, numeracy education and charities struggling with the cost of living. The government has committed an additional £250 million for children’s social care in 2025-26, partially due to our research into the state of children’s services funding
About the role
From our ‘Labour and Civil Society Summit’ in Westminster with Sir Keir Starmer, to our ‘Diversity in charity leadership webinar’ with the Charity Commission, to our ‘Reversing the decline in children's mental health’ event chaired by Channel 4’s Cathy Newman, PBE events are high profile, high impact and varied. We are looking for someone who is passionate about using the power of events to bring people together to challenge, influence and engage on the issues our audiences care about. You will create and lead an exciting events strategy, and deliver a wide range of events, collaborating with senior staff, trustees, external organisations.
Post type: Permanent
Reporting to: Head of Communications
Staff benefits
- 28 day annual leave per year (excluding bank holidays)
- 7% employer pension contributions
- Group life assurance scheme and sickness cover
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced parental leave policy
- Generous personal development budget
- Discounted university gym membership
- A flexible work environment committed to employee wellbeing
Main duties and responsibilities
Leading PBE’s public events strategy and delivery
- Work with our Head of Communications and senior team to design and implement an events strategy as part of the communications and fundraising strategies.
- Event strategy and programme planning: drawing on expertise of PBE colleagues, trustees and relevant stakeholders to plan, market and deliver an engaging and innovative programme of online and in person events to budget and deadlines.
- Event design, delivery and follow-up: planning and managing operational delivery.
- Responsibility for logistics of events including guestlist development, speaker invitations and stewardship, ticketing, internal briefings, contractors, venue liaison, event marketing and follow up.
- Active communications with speakers and attendees before and after events to maximise impact.
- Stakeholder engagement with events: Researching and drawing on advice from colleagues on interesting, engaging and diverse speakers relevant to PBE’s strategy, and drawing on PBE’s research and analysis projects as well as the wider media landscape to actively identify opportunities and agendas for future events.
- Supporting the organisation of joint events with charities and social sector organisations, working as part of a small and dynamic communications team to maximise the impact and visibility of PBE’s projects and publications externally, and the organisation of private research roundtables.
Supporting development and income generation
- Work with the Director of Development to ensure our events programme supports PBE’s fundraising approach by engaging funders, helping to identify new business opportunities, and contributing to funding applications.
- Working with the Development team to manage the design and delivery of fundraising and stewardship events including small private dinners, roundtables, panel sessions in person and online.
- Collaboration with the Development Director to identify mission-related commercial opportunities from our events, such as sponsorship.
Delivering effective communications
- Collaborate with wider communications team to deliver greater reach and impact for PBE through our multi-channel communications strategy.
- Support communications colleagues to create and deliver compelling digital communications to support our events programme
- Managing data, reporting and insight to improve our events: Maintenance of all records of activity in the CRM Salesforce, and liaison with the Head of Systems and our Operations Team to improve systems and processes.
- Perform additional duties as required to ensure the smooth running of PBE and the communications team.
About you
The role would suit candidates from an events agency or in-house events/communications background, able to work operationally and strategically, working with and advising senior staff internally and externally.
Candidates should be able to point to a strong track-record of creating and delivering events and stakeholder engagement, with sufficient experience to lead and co-ordinate a diverse programme of in person and online events to reach policymakers and the wider social sector.
Skills/Competencies
Ideal characteristics include:
- Event strategy, programme planning and operational delivery and management of in person and online events.
- Creativity, innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, including strong writing and relationship building ability.
- Attention to detail and organisational skills, including managing budgets.
- Collaborative working style with internal and external colleagues.
- Project management: ability to manage and oversee multiple simultaneous projects
- Self-sufficiency and resilience to manage operational delivery of high-profile events and advise internal colleagues on strategy and positioning.
- Confident use of digital systems and software, able to pick up and adapt to use of different platforms and products including core applications and platforms, e.g. webinar technology, CRM (Salesforce), online booking applications, spreadsheets.
- Interest in social and economic policy issues and issues that impact the social sector.
Desirable characteristics include:
- Experience of and interest in the social sector or think tank sector
- Experience in health and safety, GDPR and the legal aspect of events, such as risk assessments and charity tax. Familiarity with the Fundraising Regulator’s codes of practice
- Experience of WordPress and wider experience in Content Management Systems and content design.
- Experience of major donor and/or corporate relationship management.
Timelines
Closing date for application: Wednesday 30 July @ 10.00am
First round of interviews (online): Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 August 2025
Second round of interviews (online / in person): Thursday 21 August 20
PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role’s ideal criteria.
For details of our applicant’s privacy policy, please see our website.
At PBE, we acknowledge the value of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and search engines in supporting work-related tasks. However, we advise against relying solely on AI-generated answers when responding to the sift as well as interview questions for this role. Our goal is to assess your personal understanding and your capability to perform the role. Therefore, we expect your answers to be thoughtful, personalised, and appropriately referenced. Please note that we utilise commonly available AI tools, detectors, and platform features offered by Applied to identify AI-generated responses and ensure authenticity during the shortlisting process.
Flexibility Policy:
We value the ability to work flexibly and to support employee needs. We have an office in Elephant and Castle, London that is available to staff every day, but we also work to a 0% requirement to be in the office. We do ask that staff travel to the office once every six weeks for our collaboration days, and for meetings and events as required. Travel costs to London are not covered by our expenses policy, as our pay policy is based around paying staff a salary based on London weighting that is not dependent on where people live.
Please note that sponsorship cannot be provided for this role so applicants must have full working rights to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Conference & Event Services (CES) department of the British Association of Dermatologists is looking for an enthusiastic person to join their small team. The successful candidate will have a good introduction to all aspects of organising meetings in the medical charity sector.
The successful candidate will join a total team of 46 staff working across a range of different areas, including Conference and Events, Clinical Standards, Service Improvement, and Education. We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our organisation’s ethos is to provide a supportive environment to coach and develop staff to meet their career goals, with a strong focus on wellbeing and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Person specification
The following skills and attributes are necessary:
• Enthusiastic and confident individual interested in learning about all aspects of event management in a busy environment.
• Able to handle a variety of administrative duties, with the ability to multi-task.
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Comfortable communicating with a wide range of people via phone, email, and face-to face.
• The ability to work to deadlines.
• Good MS Office skills, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Able to work outside of contracted hours during events.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity in Mass Participation Events and have a real passion in making a difference? Eden Brown Charities is delighted to be working in partnership with an incredible leading UK Charity to find them a Challenge Events Manager to deliver a portfolio of events through effective acquisition campaigns and exceptional supporter experiences.
About the role
As Challenge Events Manager (DIY) you will lead a dynamic team and work closely with the Head of Mass Participation to support your team to develop and deliver multi-channel marketing plans as well as developing effective stewardship plans. You will work closely with the Challenge Events Manager to ensure that opportunities are maximised as well as proactively research and identify opportunities to grow the portfolio, monitoring the market and sector trends.
About You
To be successful in this role you must have;
*Experience of successfully delivering DIY and open challenge events programmes including recruitment of participants, development of supporter journeys and stewardship communications to meet projected income
*Experience leading projects and guiding and directing other team members to deliver against objectives
*Understanding of effective marketing channels and techniques for driving participation in DIY and open challenge events via digital channels
*Experience of line managing a team
Please note that this is a Hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days in the office in Central London. Please call Laura Iliff on 07442607841 for more information on this incredible role. Please note that interviews will be week commencing 7th July.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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International Events Manager
Position Objective:
To help manage and coordinate PETA and PETA entities’ Fundraising Events Department
Term of Employment:
Full-time
Location:
Hybrid in London (regular office attendance will be required)
Reports to:
Director, International Fundraising
Salary:
£34,000 - £38,000
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
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Assist the Assistant Director and Director, International Fundraising, with overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Fundraising Events Department
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Plan, organise, manage, and attend fundraising events held by PETA and PETA entities
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Exercise a lead role in overseeing aspects of PETA and PETA entity fundraising events, both in-person and virtual
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Ensure that event projects remain on schedule and deadlines are met
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Develop relations with event vendors and negotiate contracts and costs to ensure the best possible value
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Analyse data and evaluate events in order to implement strategy to improve event effectiveness
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Oversee the production of invitations, mailings, acknowledgement letters, awards, and other event-related materials
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Oversee the coordination of presentation material, including the creation of scripts and PowerPoint presentations
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Oversee the solicitation of donations and coordinate the production of gift bag materials
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Establish and maintain good communication and relationships with PETA donors and individuals at all levels of PETA and PETA entities
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Manage and track event RSVPs using PETA entities' donor databases and other tracking documents
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Manage event inventory and the shipping, receiving, and storage of event supplies
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Recruit and manage volunteers for events
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Collect and maintain event data, including costs, revenue, and confidential donor information
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Assist the department director and associate director in taking a lead role in the training of new hires in all event planning and departmental aspects
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Perform additional duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications and experience:
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Demonstrable event planning experience
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Proven experience with data entry and database maintenance systems
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Proficiency with a variety of Microsoft Office programs
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Proven exceptional oral and written communication and negotiation skills
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Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times
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Proven ability to establish priorities, organise tasks, work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines
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Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Professional appearance
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Ability and willingness to travel
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Must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
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Commitment to the objectives of the organisation
- Adherence to a vegan lifestyle is strongly preferred
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.
The Special Events Officer is an exciting role at MDUK, that will sit within the Development department under the High Value Engagement team. The High Value Engagement team is part of a successful Fundraising team that includes a Community and Challenge Events team, Trusts team, Individual Giving team, and Supporter Services Team.
You’ll work closely with the Special Events Manager to provide key support so the team achieves agreed fundraising targets and objectives through the delivery of a series of high-quality events and major donor fundraising:.
Lead on key elements of Special Event tasks including sourcing prizes, marketing, liaising with suppliers and thanking supporters.
• Lead on the end-to-end delivery of two annual Special Events in the portfolio including the Clay Pigeon Shoot
• To manage guest lists and guest liaison for all Special Events including recording contact details and dietary requirements. Key areas of responsibility: Special Events
• To lead on all aspects of the planning and implementation of two key special events, including chairing committee meetings and working with them to cultivate attendance sourcing sponsorship, liaising with the venue, organising logistics, managing the expenditure budget & achieving income targets, and all other aspects of event delivery and marketing.
• Work directly with the Digital Marketing Manager to design and administer a new system for thanking event participants to promote long-term support and streamlined stewardship journey
• Provide support to all Special Event committee meetings through attendance and ensuring timely actions are followed up.
About us:
Muscular Dystrophy UK is the charity bringing individuals, families and professionals together to fight muscle-wasting conditions. We bring together more than 60 rare and very rare progressive muscle-weakening and wasting conditions, affecting around 110,000 children and adults in the UK.
We share expert advice and support to live well now; fund groundbreaking research to understand the different conditions better and lead us to new treatments; work with the NHS towards universal access to specialist health; and together, campaign for people’s rights, better understanding, accessibility, and access to treatments.
Benefits:
We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We also offer a range of benefits including pension, life assurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, financial wellbeing and an employee assistance programme.
Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).
Closing date: Sunday 23 July 2025
NB: Please note that we are interviewing on a rolling basis and may close the advert earlier than the stated deadline if we successfully fill the role.
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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Salary: £40,000 - £44,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Hybrid –2 days per week in London office
Closing date: ASAP
Benefits: 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), 8% pension contribution, free health cashback plan, family leave policies
We’re working with a fantastic health charity to recruit a Challenge Events Manager (DIY) to join their ambitious team. Reporting to the Head of Mass Participation, you’ll lead a team of three to develop and deliver a dynamic portfolio of DIY and open challenge events.
In this exciting role, you’ll focus on shaping and executing a strategy for growth in an area with huge potential. You’ll bring a strategic mindset and a keen eye for opportunity, building strong relationships across teams and with external partners, while inspiring your team to deliver exceptional supporter stewardship.
To be successful as the Challenge Events Manager (DIY) you will need:
- Proven experience delivering successful DIY and open challenge events (or similar portfolio in community or mass participation)
- Strong project and people management skills
- A data-driven approach to marketing and supporter engagement
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather and quote the reference 2642HB
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 reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
Job description
We’re looking for an enthusiastic Communications and Events Coordinator lead the development and delivery of Khulisa’s communications strategy and key campaigns, designed to engage our supporters, stakeholders, and the wider UK public.
About Khulisa:
Khulisa, meaning 'nurture' in the Zulu language of South Africa, is an award-winning charity dedicated to providing therapeutic support to young people. We focus on reaching those who are most at risk – young people from deprived communities who are often marginalized, vulnerable to exclusion, and at heightened risk of becoming involved in crime.
Our approach centres on safe, exploratory methods that aim to understand behaviour and experiences often rooted in trauma, abuse, and neglect. We deliver intensive therapeutic programs within educational and community settings, empowering young people to confront the underlying causes of their emotional distress and work toward healing. To create lasting, sustainable change, we also work to establish trauma-informed environments around young people by equipping parents, caregivers, educators, and other professionals with the tools they need to offer effective, supportive care. Currently, our services are active in London and Manchester.
About the role:
This role will be a key part of helping to raise awareness of Khulisa’s mission and the issues we address, strengthening support for our programmes. The postholders will also take ownership of planning and delivering all Khulisa events, ensuring they are impactful and well-executed.
- Develop and deliver Khulisa’s Communications and Branding Strategy in line with the strategic plan.
- Lead public engagement campaigns to raise awareness, promote youth voice, and drive participation.
- Plan and manage events, including fundraising and challenge events, from concept to delivery.
- Create and manage digital content across social media, website, newsletters, and other channels.
- Recruit and supervise volunteers to support communications and event-related activities.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description below.
The post holder will be required to work from home permanently but be willing and able to easily travel to various locations across the London and the North West as necessary to fulfill the requirements of the role and to engage with stakeholders and colleagues.
What we're looking for:
1. Abilities/Experiences
- Experience in digital campaigning and digital content creation.
- Experience of planning and delivering events, including fundraising events, liaising with partners, suppliers and colleagues.
- Excellent written, copywriting and editing skills and proven ability to communicate campaigning messages in a compelling, succinct and engaging way.
- Experience creating digital content for a variety of audiences, including experience of using a range of digital software and tools, and knowledge of message testing and optimisation.
- Experience in designing popular, results-oriented and successful campaigns.
- Ability to use design software (such as InDesign, Canva, Photoshop and Illustrator).
- Experience working within a close-knit team in a busy and fast paced working environment.
- Demonstrable ability to plan and prioritise own workload with minimum supervision.
- Ability to buy strongly into strategic objectives and reflect passion for Khulisa’s work with and for young people.
- Experience of using Salesforce or similar CRM system as well as all-in-one marketing platform such as
- Mailchimp to deliver effective long-term public engagement.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends when required.
2. Qualifications
- Relevant qualification in Project Management, Events Management or Communications, or equivalent years of experience.
3. Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of relevant software and digital tools to deliver effective long-term public engagement and digital fundraising campaigns.
- Strong knowledge of WordPress or similar website builder.
- Knowledge of best practice in digital fundraising.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We are actively looking to recruit a diversity of talent. We embrace, respect and value the difference in our employees and believe that we and our work is better for it. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that consists of fairness, dignity, and caring for everyone, and one that enables every employee to flourish and realise their potential.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY 8TH AUGUST AT 12 NOON
To apply, please submit a CV and Covering Letter, both of which should be no more than two pages, outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements for the role as laid out in the Job Description.
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This is an important role for Homeless Link, with overall responsibility for project managing and delivering a programme of conferences designed to introduce new ideas, support the learning of the homelessness workforce and demonstrate Homeless Link’s ability to convene, whilst generating income for the charity. Along with significant experience of organising conferences or events, the successful candidate will have excellent project management and problem solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
Working alongside colleagues, and using internal and external intelligence, you will be responsible for researching, creating, and delivering compelling event programmes for a series of England wide conferences. You will help shape the narrative and purpose of each event and be involved in crafting a clear and engaging storyline. You will work across the lifecycle of each event, from content creation, budget management, logistics, delegate, speaker and venue liaison to on the day event delivery. You will be responsible for ensuring that the sessions, themes, and speakers align with the event’s objectives and the broader organisational strategy. As part of this you will help curate a line-up of knowledgeable, engaging speakers, meaning that each event not only delivers value, with content relevant and useful for our audience of homelessness sector leaders and practitioners, but is positioned as an unmissable opportunity within the industry. Visit our website for full details of the role and how to apply.
We are actively seeking to increase diversity within our organisation and would greatly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness, from a black or minority ethnic background and/or with a disability.
To develop, inspire, support and sustain a movement of organisations working together to achieve positive futures for people who are homeless.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Directorate: Marketing, Education, Events and Membership
Reports to: Events Manager
Salary range:£26,521 - £33,456, depending on experience
Location: London – EC4Y 8EE (Hybrid)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (31.5 hours over 5 days)
Job Purpose
BSR events are a key benefit to members and the wider rheumatology community, offering the very latest in science, innovation, research and cases.
Our events team deliver the award-winning Annual Conference in a hybrid format to c2500 delegates, plus our Case-based Conference, as well as a programme of celebratory awards.
This role sits within the Events team which is responsible for delivering BSR’s annual conferences and awards. The team of four includes the Head of Events, Events Manager, Digital Events Manager and the Events Executive, who assists in the planning and delivery of our hybrid and in-person events. You will work on a range of areas including registration, logistics, being the main point of contact for delegates, and liaising with venues and suppliers. This is an exciting role for someone looking to get more exposure to different areas of events and working with multiple stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities
- Manage the registration process for BSR conferences, including online booking journey, managing CRM/registration systems, end to end customer service and reporting registration data insights.
- Work with the Events Manager on the delivery of conference programmes and networking events.
- Lead on event logistics including awards, abstract poster submissions, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation, accommodation, travel arrangements and speaker expenses.
- Champion BSR’s values by leading on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and accessibility for conferences, working with venues and suppliers to ensure a positive experience for attendees.
- Support the Events Manager and Business Development Manager with sponsor and exhibition deliverables on areas including registration and posters.
- Manage event and registration enquiries, providing excellent customer service.
- Support the Digital Events Manager with online conference integrations and data reporting.
- Input into our event budgets by monitoring progress and providing financial reporting and reconciliation against income and expenditure.
- Work with the Marketing and Communications team to create digital content to engage our audiences.
- Support with BSR committee liaison and logistics.
General
- Be a core member of the events team by attending and inputting into all planning meetings, venue site visits and delivery of events onsite.
- Identify and contribute ideas on how to improve processes and ways of working.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of Events.
Please note: This role will require travel, overnight stays and weekend work, for example at our conferences (6 day stay). As we are a small team you’ll have the opportunity to get involved in cross-departmental projects, lead or contribute to agile sprint working and support wider business needs. There are other opportunities to get involved with our staff forum or peer group meetings.
Person Specification
- Experience of working in events
- Ability to demonstrate understanding of the requirements of events management and customer service elements of the role
- Proven project planning and coordination experience
- Ability to work with databases and use CRM
- Experience of managing delegate registration and event data
- Experience of liaising with venues and suppliers
- Ability to demonstrate use of initiative and innovation to make positive improvements or efficiencies
To champion the specialty, influencing change and building a thriving community of best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This new role is an exciting opportunity to drive the growth of Family Fund’s high value giving, helping more families raising a disabled or seriously ill child access the support they need.
As a key member of the fundraising team, you will play a vital role in securing transformational income from high-net-worth individuals building strong, lasting relationships that fuel our mission and increase our impact.
The role
As Philanthropy Manager, you will shape our philanthropic strategy, develop a new prospect pipeline and secure long-term support from individuals, family foundations, and wealth intermediaries.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders across the organisation, to identify funding priorities and opportunities for donors. You’ll ensure we develop and deliver a long-term philanthropy strategy, building and managing relationships with wealth managers, private client advisers and networks that can introduce and connect donors to Family Fund.
You will accurately record prospect and donor activity on our CRM system, maintaining clear pipelines and forecasts, and producing high-quality reports to monitor progress and impact.
About you
We are looking for someone who is passionate and committed to drive our philanthropy strategy forwards. You will be a brilliant communicator, able to influence and inspire, representing Family Fund externally as a compelling ambassador for our work. You will be results driven with a solid track record securing major gifts from donors and demonstrable success in building new relationships. You will be entrepreneurial and self-starting, with the confidence to build a new programme from the ground up.
About us
Family Fund is a great place to work for great people. We provide a challenging and rewarding working environment where every staff member can make their mark.
We’re growing our collaborative and ambitious Fundraising Team at Family Fund, with exciting roles that will play a key part in helping us reach more families raising a disabled or seriously ill child.
We’re also recruiting for:
Corporate Partnerships Manager (New Business) – to build strategic new corporate partnerships that support our mission.
Community and Volunteering Fundraisers – to drive local engagement and inspire community fundraising.
Each role offers the chance to make a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues in a values-driven organisation. If you’re looking for a meaningful role where your fundraising expertise can truly change lives, we’d love to hear from you.
We are a values based organisation and we aim to show our values in all that we do. Read our staff stories here, and see how our staff display our values every day.
We commit to inclusion, equity and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disability Confident Leader. We will invite to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter. We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant and we welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.
How to apply
Please complete the online application and submit your CV and a covering letter telling us how you meet the requirements for this role. Your cover letter should be no more than two pages long.
For more information, please read and download the job description.
The successful candidate must complete pre-employment checks that meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. This includes a requirement to undergo a right to work check and employment history verification.
Information
Closing date: 01 August 2025
Interview dates: 22 August 2025
Our mission is to improve the day-to-day lives of families on a low income, raising a disabled or seriously ill child, or young person.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Caring Family Foundation (TCFF) is dedicated to improving the lives of women, with children at the heart of all that we do. We are a grant-giving organisation with projects both in the UK and in Brazil. In the UK, our work is focused on tackling child poverty and domestic abuse.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work as part of a small, committed team in a fast-paced environment. The role will involve the management of TCFF grants, contribution to its strategic objectives, and the planning and implementation of communications’ events.
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Responsibilities
- In close collaboration with the Senior Project Manager, to manage the delivery of grants, ensuring that they are in line with TCFF’s objectives, values and criteria.
- To monitor grants closely and ensure regular and accurate reporting.
- To maintain records of all grant reports, awards and applications, and to monitor milestones.
- To build close working relationships with grant partners.
- To prepare grants financial overviews in keeping with the agreed annual budget.
- To develop strong Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning frameworks, in collaboration with TCFF’s data agency.
- To develop and maintain a strong network of community partners, government agencies, and other relevant organisation to enhance synergies, increase TCFF visibility and credibility.
- To lead on planning and implementing visits to grant partners with the TCFF Communications’ team to capture TCFF’s work.
- To keep informed about developments in TCFF’s fields of work and collaborate with the Senior Project Manager on the strategic direction.
- To keep informed about government and other stakeholders’ best practices, research and legislation related to our fields of work.
Qualifications, skills and experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification/experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working in charity programme management.
- Solid experience in overseeing grant budgets and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning frameworks.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care principles and culturally responsive approaches to serving diverse populations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with beneficiaries, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Proven ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Team player with a flexible and collaborative attitude.
- To have or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS certificate.
- Commitment to the mission and values of The Caring Family Foundation, including a dedication to social justice and equity.
Desirable
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field to TCFF’s work.
Proficiency in using Salesforce and Canva.
Location:
Mayfair office (no hybrid working)