Event officer jobs

At Ambitious about Autism, we're looking for an Events and Fundraising Officer to join our team.

You'll support on the delivery of our portfolio of mass participation and special events. You'll support on our flagship events – London Marathon, Manchester to London bike ride in partnership with Rapha and our annual gala, Night of Ambition. You will support with the recruitment and stewardship of participants, providing guidance to maximise their fundraising efforts.

You'll work with the Events and Marketing and Communications teams to help produce compelling event and fundraising materials, whilst building excellent relationships across the wider organisation, especially with teams who help to deliver our events.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Demonstrable experience of supporter relationship management to aid retention, maximise income and secure repeat business
• Experience of working with fundraising platforms
• Excellent communication skills across a range of audiences
• Knowledge of and interest in digital fundraising and social media

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Policy Campaigns Officer

A permanent position has arisen as part of the continued growth of our campaigns work within our friendly Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns department. The Policy Campaigns Officer will play a key role in helping the charity deliver high-impact campaigns that mobilise supporters, influence policy, and raise awareness of issues relating to dementia research.

In this role you will support the Campaigns Manager to deliver integrated advocacy campaigns aligned to Alzheimer's Research UK’s strategic objectives. You will contribute to the coordination, development and implementation of activity that connects public mobilisation with policy and government influencing priorities.

You will bring proven experience of working on advocacy or policy-focused campaigns, or in a closely related field where influencing decision makers and engaging the public has been central to your work. You will understand how campaigning activity contributes to political or institutional change and will be confident supporting the delivery of campaign tactics across digital and offline channels.

This role is ideal if you are looking to build on existing advocacy or influencing experience in a collaborative team, contributing to campaigns that aim to deliver measurable policy impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Campaign development and delivery

· Support the development and delivery of integrated advocacy and policy campaigns aligned to organisational priorities.

· Help design campaign plans, including objectives, audiences, tactics, timelines and evaluation measures.

· Deliver campaign activity and creative tactics across a range of channels, both digital and offline.

· Work with colleagues across the organisation to ensure campaigns are evidence-led, inclusive and aligned with organisational priorities.

· Monitor campaign performance and contribute to evaluation and learning.

· Act as a point of contact for work with external agencies and suppliers.

Influencing and supporter mobilisation

· Support efforts to influence decision-makers by mobilising supporters and amplifying public voices.

· Work with policy and public affairs colleagues to align public-facing campaign activity with political influencing messaging and objectives.

· Help build and maintain relationships with supporters, volunteers, partner organisations and coalitions.

· Assist with producing campaign briefings, messaging and supporter-facing materials.

Communications and digital campaigning

Work closely with communications and digital teams to deliver integrated campaign content.

· Support the development of email, social media and online action tools to engage supporters.

· Adapt campaign messages for different audiences, ensuring clarity, accuracy and impact.

· Contribute to content planning and delivery to maximise reach and engagement.

Events and engagement activity

· Support the planning and delivery of campaign-related events, both online and in-person.

· Represent the charity at relevant events, meetings and conferences as required.

· Assist with coordinating meetings and briefings involving supporters, stakeholders and internal teams.

· Liaise with colleagues, supporters and external partners to ensure effective delivery of campaign activity.

Knowledge, skills and experience needed:

· Experience of delivering campaigns, advocacy initiatives, or influencing activity aimed at shaping policy.

· Experience drafting materials intended to influence or mobilise external audiences (e.g. campaign actions and briefings, supporter emails, calls to action).

· Understanding of how public mobilisation aligns with influencing objectives and contributes to policy change.

· Experience of delivering digital campaigning tactics and coordinating in-person supporter mobilisation.

· Experience of working collaboratively with colleagues across different teams.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt complex issues into clear and compelling messaging.

· Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

· IT literate, with experience using Microsoft Office and digital tools.

· Commitment to the charity’s vision, mission and values.

· Proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach to work.

· Strong team player with the ability to use initiative.

· Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-moving environment.

· Willingness to work outside of regular office hours during busy periods (e.g. campaign launches or events).

Additional Information:

Ways of working:

As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum, plus benefits.

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 8th March 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. 

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

Contract length: Permanent

Location: North West London

Hours per week: 35, flexible working but minimum two days in the office

Salary:  £43-47K depending on experience

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 25th February 2026 at midnight, interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Interview dates: We will be conducting Teams interviews w/c 2nd March, followed by an in-person interview w/c 9th March.

Are you a fundraiser passionate about making a real difference for animals in need? We are looking for a Public Fundraising Manager to join us at Mayhew.

Every dog and cat in need deserves expert, personalised care and support, and to be loved. When you work for Mayhew, you understand that better than ever.

We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of c80 staff and c150 volunteers, here for dogs, cats and communities in the UK, in Georgia and in Tunisia. We offer expert veterinary care, rescue and rehoming services, programmes in the community and guidance and support to improve the lives of dogs and cats in need.

We are recruiting an experienced and ambitious Public Fundraising Manager who will share our compassion and commitment to animal welfare, to lead on the delivery of our public fundraising programme This role manages activity across individual giving, community & events, legacies and in memory, ensuring it aligns with our strategic goals and delivers long-term, sustainable income from these income streams.

Our Public Fundraising Manager is integral to our ambition to broaden our reach and deepen our impact by shaping our mass fundraising activities and working on integrated campaigns with the Fundraising Team, wider colleagues and external suppliers. This is a highly visible and important role for Mayhew and will work across departments to strengthen our case for support and employ it across a range of mass fundraising products, retention and acquisition channels, as well as delivering excellent stewardship and supporter experience.

As a senior member of the Fundraising Team, this role spans strategic planning and operational delivery and the successful candidate will be able to pivot from working closely with the Head of Fundraising to identify new growth opportunities, to project managing a direct mail appeal, to supporting their line reports to optimise their own day-to-day work and processes.

At Mayhew, we feel the urgency of soaring demand for our vital work and feel relentless in our commitment to rise to meet it. We work in a contemporary and flexible way, always supporting one another to take opportunities and to manage competing priorities so we can achieve our objectives. We are looking for someone who is as committed to dogs and cats in need as we are, and who thrives in this working style.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and resourceful fundraising manager with a keen eye for detail and proven experience of meeting or exceeding income targets. We are looking for someone with a focus on individual giving and experience in at least one of community & events or legacies, with a keen ability to use data to deliver insight-led activity and supporter journeys. We are looking for someone who shares our ambitions to grow our income significantly over the coming years, and face into challenges and opportunities along the way, and who will inspire trust and enthusiasm in their team and across the organisation.

Generally, you will:

• Provide leadership and support to the Head of Fundraising as part of the fundraising team
• Deliver against income targets (£2.7m in 2026) and maximise the unrestricted impact of cash and regular giving income
• Develop and implement effective onward fundraising donor journeys, including legacy marketing
• Proactively improve supporter care processes, operations and relationships
• Lead innovation in our public fundraising approach in a test and learn culture
• Collaborate proactively across the organisation to find, develop and share stories that will inspire support
• Be a positive, empathetic people manager, inspiring your team and leading by example.

To be successful in this role, you need relevant experience in:

• A fundraising role in a charity of comparable breadth and scope with proven success in growing income, with experience in individual giving and one of community & events or legacies
• Being a great project manager and successfully managing multiple, often competing projects through to delivery
• Budget development and management, including regular forecasting
• Identifying and successfully implementing proactive initiatives to grow and diversify income
• Reporting and monitoring success so as to adapt and refine fundraising projects and products
• Successfully motivating, managing, and developing a team, whether through line management or project/stakeholder management

Why Join Mayhew?

You’ll be part of an ambitious organisation with plans to grow income and broaden our impact for dogs, cats, and communities. We work collaboratively and flexibly, always supporting one another to take opportunities and to manage competing priorities so we can achieve our objectives.

If you’re ready to make a real difference and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Mayhew and help us create a better future for dogs, cats, and the people who love them.
 

Please note that successful candidates will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor licence therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

We reserve the right to close this post at any time, should we receive a high volume of applications.

At Providence Row, our vision is that everyone has a safe home and a community in which to belong. In order to achieve this, we want to support and accompany people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness on their journey to recovery, especially those who are most vulnerable and least likely to access services elsewhere.

We work with around 1,200 homeless and vulnerably housed people a year in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice, recovery, learning and training programmes. Central to our work are our core values of Compassion, Respect, Inclusiveness, Empowerment and Justice.  These inform the content, style and delivery of all our services. 

The Corporate Volunteering and Events Coordinator will join a vibrant, friendly and passionate corporate fundraising team who have a strong track record of meeting and exceeding targets. The new Coordinator will play a key part in delivering our corporate volunteering strategy and ensuring companies that volunteer with us have meaningful and impactful experiences, and where possible explore opportunities to develop long-lasting partnerships.

The role will also play a key part in all corporate engagement events, supporting across team with marketing, delivery and administration.

The ideal candidate

To be considered for this role, you should be:

• Passionate about contributing to providing quality support to some of the most vulnerable and excluded people in London, you will have the drive and ambition to proactively and effectively grow a key area of Providence Row’s income generation.
• The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills with great attention to detail and strong communication skills. They will be confident in working with internal and external stakeholders and able to come up with innovative ideas and solutions to engage supporters.
• You will be a team-player who wants to work with like-minded people in a vibrant and friendly fundraising team, while contributing to the success of both the fundraising department and the wider organisation to help make positive lasting changes in people’s lives.

Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to shopping discounts
• Learning & development opportunities
• Monthly reflective practice 

To apply:  Please upload your CV with a covering letter detailing how you meet the job specification by 10 March 2026 at 23:30.

Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.

Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.

Do you have experience delivering high-quality Special and Challenge events? Are you highly organised, relationship-focused and motivated by making a difference? Join The Sick Children’s Trust and help raise vital funds to support families with seriously ill children in hospital.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Events Officer to join our Events team during an exciting period of growth. Working closely with the Events Manager, you will project manage a varied portfolio of Special and Challenge events, helping to grow income and awareness for the charity.

Our events programme includes events such as our Carol Service, Art Exhibition and Supper Club, alongside major challenge events including the London Marathon, Great North Run, Royal Parks Half Marathon and London Landmarks Half Marathon. As the programme develops, you will have the opportunity to lead on specific events and contribute to shaping future activity.

This is a varied and hands-on role, combining planning, logistics and on-the-day delivery with supporter stewardship, supplier management and collaboration across teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Planning and delivering a portfolio of special and challenge events, ensuring excellent supporter experience

Managing income and expenditure against event budgets and targets

Building and maintaining strong relationships with supporters, suppliers and external partners

Working with Communications and Marketing colleagues to promote events across digital, print and social channels

Collaborating with Philanthropy, Corporate Partnerships and Community teams to meet shared objectives

Securing auction prizes, raffle items and pro bono support for events

Maintaining accurate records, databases and event administration

About you

You enjoy delivering events that combine creativity with meticulous organisation. You are confident juggling multiple projects, building relationships and working collaboratively across teams. You will already have experience of fundraising events or challenge events, with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Experience working with high-value supporters, celebrities or suppliers would be an advantage together with experience of event management software/word press or if not a willingness to learn, enhance and streamline systems.

Most importantly, you are motivated by The Sick Children’s Trust’s mission and want to use your skills to make a meaningful impact for families when they need it most.

How to apply

Please submit your CV along with a covering letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role 

Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and therefore early applications are advised. We may close the advert earlier than the closing date.

Closing date: Sunday 1 March

The British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS) is seeking an Events & Marketing Officer to help us deliver high-quality educational events and communications for healthcare professionals across the UK.

This varied and rewarding role sits at the heart of our small, supportive team. You’ll coordinate study days and conferences, support our Annual Scientific Meeting, manage delegate communications and sponsorship, and deliver engaging print and digital marketing that promotes our work and grows membership.

You’ll work closely with volunteers, committees and clinical experts, helping to create professional, welcoming and well-run events that support learning and improve patient care.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised and confident managing multiple projects
• Experienced in events and marketing or communications
• A strong writer with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently in a small charity environment

In return, we offer flexibility, variety, and the chance to make a visible difference in a respected professional membership organisation.

Closing date: 26th Februaury 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage candidates to apply promptly as the vacancy may close early once filled.

Job Title - Events Officer

Contract - Permanent, Full Time

Hours - 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary - £32,158 per annum

Location - Based at Coram Campus, Bloomsbury, London and hybrid of office and home working (at least one day a week in the office)

About CoramBAAF

We are the UK’s leading membership organisation for professionals working across adoption, fostering and kinship care. We provide information, best practice guidance, advice, training and resources to support our members and influence policy to improve outcomes for children and young people.

Our corporate members in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland represent 94% of all local authorities as well as regional adoption agencies, health and social care trusts, independent fostering providers and voluntary adoption agencies, and cover 88% of all children and family social workers.

Our 650+ individual and associate members - comprising lawyers, health professionals, educational institutions, therapeutic and family support services, and more - reflect the multidisciplinary nature of our work.

Together, our members make up the largest network of organisations and individuals involved with children in their journey through the care system.

About the Coram Group

CoramBAAF is part of the Coram Group. Our mission is to develop, deliver and promote best practice in the support of children and young people. Our vision is that every child has the best possible chance to lead a fulfilling life. We champion what matters most for children, creating better chances, and a brighter, happier future.

About the role

CoramBAAF has a long-standing reputation as a provider of high-quality webinars, training, conference and consultancy services aimed at social work, health care and legal professionals. CoramBAAF runs a workshop, events and conference programme and offers bespoke training services to agencies. We run a mix of face-to-face and remote delivery. Consultancy services typically include responding to specific commissions to review aspects of services.

We are looking for someone to join our small, dedicated team as Events Officer. This role is pivotal in organising and co-ordinating our webinar programmes, dissemination events and conferences. As part of the Training, Consultancy and Events team, they work in close collaboration with staff across CoramBAAF including colleagues with roles in policy and development and membership services. The successful candidate will be able to work on their own initiative; be good at managing priorities and meeting deadlines as well as being able to work with a wide range of external stakeholders.

To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.

Please ensure you include information to show where you meet all the essential criteria.

Closing date: 24th February 2026 at 5pm, applications may close early depending on the volume of applicants

Interview date: 4th March 2026, please keep the date free. You will be notified by Friday 27th February if you are invited to interview. Interviews will take up to 1.5 hours and include a presentation and skills test.

Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.

If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registered Charity No. 312278.

At ELHAP, we provide adventure play to hundreds of children and young people with disabilities from across East London and Essex. 

We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing fundraising team as we look toward the charity's 50th anniversary in 2026.

The ELHAP Volunteer and Community Events Officer will play a pivotal role in enabling ELHAP to achieve its goals - helping us to reach more supporters and raise vital funds through volunteering partnerships and community fundraising events. You’ll be at the heart of building relationships, creating impact, and driving income that directly transforms the support available for children and young people with disabilities.

Reporting to the Fundraising Manager, the Volunteer and Community Events Officer will be the driving force behind volunteer recruitment, ensuring ELHAP has a thriving network of passionate, well-supported volunteers who feel valued and are making meaningful contributions to our mission. You'll manage the complete volunteer journey - from attraction and onboarding through to retention and recognition - creating rewarding experiences that keep volunteers engaged and motivated.

Alongside volunteer management, you'll take the lead in planning and executing fundraising events that bring our community together, raise vital funds, and celebrate ELHAP's work. You'll also support individuals, groups, schools, and businesses undertaking their own fundraising challenges on our behalf.

This is a hands-on role perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships, loves bringing people together, and can juggle multiple projects with creativity, energy, and excellent organisational skills. You'll work collaboratively across the team to ensure every volunteer interaction and event strengthens ELHAP's presence and impact in the community.

This is a highly rewarding position for a creative and dynamic individual to make a genuine difference to families of children and young people with disabilities from across East London and Essex. 

Ideally, you will bring the following to the role:

• Experience in event planning and delivery, ideally within a charity or community setting
• Experience in fundraising activities or supporting fundraising campaigns
• Experience of volunteer recruitment, management, or community engagement
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices in a youth or community setting.
• Exceptionally well organised with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Warm, personable, and approachable and able to build strong relationships with volunteers, supporters, and community partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
• Warm, personable, and approachable with a genuine passion for community engagement and volunteering
• Proactive, solution-focused approach with a "can-do" attitude and ability to work independently.
• Confident and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Collaborative team player committed to building positive working relationships and supporting colleagues
• High level of integrity and commitment to ELHAP's values and mission
  
   

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicants will be expected to undertake satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosures. ELHAP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

ELHAP Charity Registration No: 1077508. ELHAP is an equal opportunities employer.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People – High Value Events Manager
Location:Hybrid working with some travel to Hearing Dogs offices in either Buckinghamshire or East Yorkshire.
Salary: £40,000 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours. 

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, whose mission is build confidence, companionship and connection for people with hearing loss, is seeking a High Value Events Manager to help create inclusive, inspiring and impactful high-value event experiences that deepen relationships and generate transformational philanthropic support for the charity.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been creating life-changing partnerships between hearing dogs and deaf recipients since 1982. As well as acting as an ear to their partners and alerting them to sounds, the charity’s clever and expertly trained dogs help deaf people to live life with confidence and independence, whilst providing love and emotional support.

Following on from a strategic review, the charity is now building a new Income Generation Directorate, to enable them to transform many more lives across the UK. This role will be critical to help Hearing Dogs reach their goals to significantly grow and diversify income.

This role will be part of a newly built High Value Events function and will develop, manage and deliver a portfolio of high‑value engagement and fundraising events that advance the charity’s strategic priorities and long‑term sustainability. Working closely with the High Value Event Team Manager and collaborating across Income Generation and wider teams, the postholder will create values‑led, relationship‑driven events that celebrate impact, inspire generosity and deepen connections with major donors, trusts, foundations, corporate partners and senior volunteers. They will ensure each event is thoughtfully planned, mission‑focused, inclusive and delivers strong return on investment, while strengthening long‑term philanthropic commitment to Hearing Dogs for Deaf People’s life‑changing work.

This role requires a proven track record in planning and delivering high‑value fundraising or engagement events generating £100k+, alongside experience working with major donors, high‑net‑worth individuals, committees and senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring strong stewardship‑led fundraising expertise, excellent relationship management skills and a history of meeting income targets while maximising return on investment. Outstanding organisation, project management and communication abilities are essential, as is the confidence to engage and influence high‑profile supporters. Personally, the postholder will be a collaborative, inclusive and proactive team player with strong interpersonal skills, a creative and solutions‑focused mindset, and a genuine passion for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People’s mission, able to communicate impact in a compelling and inspiring way.

This is an exciting opportunity to help an organisation which is changing people’s lives every day, and where you have the flexibility of working remotely or spending time at Hearing Dogs’ stunning bases in Buckinghamshire or Yorkshire, with friendly and passionate staff and their four-legged friends.

If you want to lead the pack and help deaf people live well with hearing loss Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.

Closing date: Monday 9th March, 9.00 am. 

The Fundraising Officer will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of all fundraising activities and events. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to maximise donations and enhance donor relationships, in line with the Central London Samaritans' fundraising strategy. Responsibilities include engaging with individual donors, businesses, and community partners to secure financial support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Head of Branch Operations and Branch Director: Identify specific programs and funding priorities and organise targeted fundraising campaigns and events.
• Plan and Coordinate Fundraising Events and Campaigns: Oversee the planning and coordination of fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives.
• Track and Process Pledges: Monitor, track, and process pledges made at events, ensuring records are regularly updated.
• Manage Online Donations: Oversee online donation activities, maintaining up-to-date records and ensuring relevant departments and donors are informed.
• Identify Funding Opportunities: Seek local and national funding opportunities and contribute to the development of the organisation's fundraising strategy.
• Manage Fundraising Income: Maintain reports, track donations, handle donor correspondence, and evaluate the success of fundraising activities.
• Identify Partnership Opportunities: Look for partnership opportunities for joint fundraising campaigns to expand the donor base.
• Represent Central London Samaritans: Positively represent the organisation in all aspects of work, adhering to its values.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other duties assigned by your line manager that are appropriate to your role.

ATTRIBUTES

Candidates should demonstrate:

• · Fundraising Experience: A demonstrable track record of fundraising or related activities
• · Communication Skills: High standard of verbal and written communication skills.
• · Organisational Skills: Ability to multi-task, stay organised, and prioritise workload.
• · Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• · Flexibility: Adaptable and flexible in working style, as this role will require evening and weekend work to attend events and meet deadlines.
• · Relationship Building: Ability to communicate and develop relationships with volunteers, members of the public, and organisations.

The summary of responsibilities is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and responsibilities may vary from time-to-time in the light of changing circumstances and in conjunction with the post holder.

Hours of work:

The basic hours are 21 hours per week spread over Three working days. Within these hours there may be need to work some evenings and weekend days, so flexibility is essential. The core responsibilities should be carried out during weekdays. The amount of out of hours work will be agreed on an ongoing basis.

Time off in lieu will be allowed in agreement with the Head of Branch Operations and in line with the staff handbook and the European Working Time Directive.

Limitations:

The post holder will be required to work within the rules and regulations of Samaritans and accept the authority of the Director and the Chair of the branch’s Board of Trustees, who have discretion to delegate authority to the post holder and to withdraw it.

Equal Opportunities Policy:

Central London Samaritans is committed to eliminating any discrimination and promoting diversity and equality of opportunity in all it does. It is therefore Central London Samaritans' commitment to provide equal opportunities in employment and we will not unlawfully discriminate against job applicants, employees of the Company, volunteers, workers, or contract workers on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Job title: Corporate Community and Events Manager

Location: Hemel Hempstead & Watford. Hybrid where agreed.

Responsible to: Head of Fundraising & Marketing

Key relationships: Head of Fundraising, Fundraising Officer, MarComms Lead, Marketing & Events Officer

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £35,000 FTE

Contract Type: Permanent

Disclosure Level:  Enhanced DSB clearance required

About Us: 

Playskill is a Hertfordshire-based charity supporting pre-school children with physical disabilities and their families. The charity relies entirely on voluntary donations to fund its vital services.

Using therapeutic play as a tool for development of key milestones, Playskill steps in during the crucial early intervention window when the brain is developing faster than at any other time. Through expert therapies, vital in-home support, specialist training and all important social and respite events for the whole family.

We stand alongside families throughout the challenges of living with disability, offering guidance, care, and community, helping them to build skills, resilience and networks to face the journey ahead. 

About the role: 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Community and Events Manager who will play a key role in growing Playskill's income through community, coporate and event fundraising. 

Working closely with the Head of Fundraising & Marketing, you will develop new fundraising opportunities, steward existing supporters, and create initiatives that introduce new people to the Playskill community.

You will lead on community and corporate partnerships, manage flagship and fundraising events (including Playskill’s Annual Golf Day), and line-manage the Fundraising Officer.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Grow income from community, corporate, and events fundraising

• Build and manage relationships with supporters, community groups, and corporate partners

• Plan and deliver fundraising events and campaigns

• Identify new income streams and opportunities

• Line manage the Fundraising Officer

• Manage budgets and record activity accurately using a CRM system

• Ability to manage budgets effectively and maintain financial discipline

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years' in community, corporate, or events fundraising

• Experience planning and delivering fundraising events

• Strong relationship-building and organisational skills

• Line management experience

• Experience using a CRM system (Donorfy or similar)

Diversity statement:

Playskill is an equal opportunities employer and has a high number of team members with caring responsibilities and is keen to encourage applicants from a diverse number of backgrounds.

Safeguarding statement: 

Playskill is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Playskill has a full safeguarding policy and expects all staff to undergo safeguarding training.
 

Interview date: TBC

Interview location: Hemel Hempstead

At Wrexham Tennis & Padel Centre, we want to inspire as many people as possible to stay healthy, and enjoy the benefits of sport, at every level. We provide affordable and accessible sporting facilities and programmes for adults and children, and we are proud to be the largest facility of our type in Wales. 

As our CEO, you will lead the next phase of our development – strengthening our impact, driving sustainable growth and building on our reputation as a thriving community sport destination.

Position: CEO

Responsible to: Chair of Board of Trustees

Location: Wrexham, with some scope for occasional remote working

Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time)

Salary: £50,000 per year, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate 

First-round interviews are provisionally scheduled for Tuesday 17th March; final interviews are due to take place Tuesday 31st March. 

Closing date: Friday 27th February at 12pm 

About the Role

As CEO, you will provide strategic, financial and operational leadership, ensuring the Centre continues to grow sustainably while remaining rooted in community impact and strong governance. You will shape and deliver the organisation’s long‑term vision and ensure services, programmes and operations remain high‑quality, inclusive and aligned to community need. 

This is a pivotal role for a leader who combines commercial instinct with values‑led leadership, and who can represent the organisation credibly across local, regional and national stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

 Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and delivery of a bold, future‑focused strategy for the Charity.
• Translate long‑term vision into clear priorities, measurable objectives and sustainable growth\
• Work closely with the Board to support strong and effective governance.

 Commercial & Financial Leadership

• Strengthen financial sustainability through robust budgeting, forecasting, planning and risk management.
• Grow income through partnerships, memberships, programmes, development of our retail arm, grants and commercial activity.
• Ensure strong financial controls and compliance with charity governance requirements. 

People & Culture Leadership

• Foster a culture of trust, inclusion, safeguarding, respect and high performance.
• Lead, support and develop the senior leadership team; embed fair and compliant people practices.
• Champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the organisation. 

Organisational Excellence & Compliance

• Ensure best‑practice policies, systems and processes across the organisation.
• Oversee safeguarding, health & safety and regulatory compliance.
• Produce high‑quality reports for the Board, funders and regulators. 

 Partnerships, Profile & Community Engagement

• Act as an ambassador for the organisation—locally, regionally and nationally.
• Build influential relationships with governing bodies, local authorities, schools, community partners and funders.
• Enhance the Centre’s visibility, reputation and reach.

Programme & Service Oversight

• Provide strategic oversight of programme development to ensure high‑quality, inclusive offers aligned to community needs.
• Support managers in driving innovation and impact across services.

 About You

 You will bring:

• Senior leadership experience in sport, leisure, charity or community settings. 
• A successful track record in delivering growth, developing partnerships and organisational development. 
• Strong financial and commercial acumen. 
• An inclusive, collaborative and empowering leadership style. 
• Passion for community sport, wellbeing and widening participation. 

About Us

We're a West London charity on an exciting journey, supporting South Kilburn to be a flourishing, safe and inclusive neighbourhood. In 2026/27, we're opening two stunning new event spaces that will become the heartbeat of local life, hosting everything from intimate yoga sessions and community gatherings to stylish corporate photoshoots, weddings and celebrations. 

Our vision? A vibrant calendar of diverse events each week that bring people together, generate income to support our charitable mission, and showcase the very best of what South Kilburn has to offer. 

The Role 

We're seeking a dynamic, hands-on Event Manager to take the reins of our venue hire programme. This is not just a desk job, it's a role where no two days are the same, where you'll be the friendly face welcoming clients, the problem-solver ensuring flawless delivery, and the strategic thinker helping our spaces reach their full potential. 

You'll be the go-to person for everyone who books with us, from first enquiry through to flawless delivery, making sure every event reflects our values and leaves clients delighted. 

What You'll Be Doing 

• Client Relations: Be the welcoming first point of contact, guiding clients from initial enquiry through to event day 

• Venue Showcasing: Show prospective hirers around our spaces and help them envision their event 

• Event Coordination: Manage all the moving parts (logistics, suppliers, internal teams) to ensure seamless delivery 

• Team Leadership: Recruit, train and manage a flexible pool of casual event staff 

• On-the-Ground Management: Act as on-site duty manager during events. 

• Community Building: Foster strong relationships with local residents, partners and clients 

• Systems & Records: Keep booking records using CRM and booking systems 

• Marketing Support: Help promote our venues and attract brilliant bookings 

• Process Improvement: Contribute ideas to make our operations even better 

This job description is a guide and does not constitute a 'term and condition of employment. The role may evolve as our programme grows. 

About You 

You will be: 

• Experienced in managing events or venues (ideally 1-3 years under your belt) 

• Exceptionally organised with an eye for detail that misses nothing 

• Self-starting and comfortable owning your workload independently 

• A people person: confident, professional and warm with everyone from community groups to corporate clients 

• A natural ambassador for the charity, embodying our values in every interaction 

• Tech-savvy with standard office software and booking systems 

• Flexible and happy to roll up your sleeves for evening/weekend events when needed 

• Cool under pressure: calm, solutions-focused and able to juggle multiple events 

Desirable: 

• Proven track record in event management, venue hire, hospitality or similar 

• Marketing experience, especially promoting venues or events 

Why Join Us? 

• Shape something special: Be instrumental in launching and growing two brand-new West London event venues 

• Make real impact: Your work directly supports a charity dedicated to improving life in South Kilburn 

• Community connection: Work at the heart of a vibrant, diverse neighbourhood 

How to Apply 

Send us your CV and supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4 each) clearly addressing how you meet the criteria in the 'About You' section. Tell us why this role excites you and what you'll bring to South Kilburn Trust. 

Recruitment Timetable 

Closing Date: Friday 27th February 
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 16th March 
Outcome Notifications: By 27th March 

Preferred Start Date: April 2026 

Salary: £35,000 – £39,000
Contract: 18?month contract
Location: Flexible (home/office/hybrid) – must be available on Marathon weekend (26 April 2026 & 25 April 2027)
Closing date: Monday 9^th February
Benefits: 25 days annual leave bank holidays wellbeing days, pension, flexible benefits, healthcare cash plan, discounts, training & development

We are delighted to be working with the National Autistic Society to recruit a London Marathon Event Manager, a pivotal role leading their biggest and most high?profile fundraising event of the year. This is an incredible opportunity to take ownership of the full 2027 London Marathon campaign—a landmark year with record participation and income expected. If you thrive in fast?paced mass?participation events, love exceptional supporter experience and want to deliver one of the UK’s most iconic charity events, this role offers huge impact, variety and visibility.

As the London Marathon Event Manager, you’ll develop and deliver the full fundraising strategy, manage supporter journeys end?to?end, lead a small team of Event Officers, drive partnerships and logistics, and work cross?functionally with key teams including Marketing, Supporter Care, Corporate Partnerships and Data Services. You will also be the main liaison with London Marathon Events, ensuring seamless partnership working and a standout charity presence throughout the campaign.

To be successful as the London Marathon Event Manager, you will need:

• Experience of working on the London Marathon in a charity setting, with strong budget management and KPI delivery
• Experience and passion for motivating and managing staff, setting clear objectives and supporting development
• Ability to plan and deliver complex event logistics, including risk assessments and volunteer management

If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2839EI.

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