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About us
The British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in the UK and Ireland.
Our organisation aims to improve the mental health of people across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, by advancing research and promoting excellence in CBT and related professions.
We have more than 27,000 members across the UK, Ireland and overseas, and a staff team, who work remotely.
We deliver a wide range of events via online and in-person CPD sessions and two conferences which support the professional development of members and non-members, whilst sharing best practice showcasing research and creating valuable networking opportunities.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Conference and Events Manager to provide 12-month interim cover for our conference and events function.
The postholder will oversee the work of the Events team; consisting of an Events Coordinator and Events Administrator who are responsible for supporting the overall events programme. In addition, for the Conference Provision, there is a longstanding Volunteer Conference Organiser who holds significant institutional knowledge, an external Professional Conference Organiser (PCO) and a National Conferences Programme Advisory Group (NCPAG), who lead the process of determining academic content for the conferences.
Your role will be the staff lead to help shape future provision, hold key relationships and ensure the development of a successful 2027 event.
This is a time-limited role with the priorities for;
· the transition conference activity from a Volunteer Conference Organiser to an in-house staff function, establishing a clear structure, processes, timelines, roles and decision points ensuring forward planning, consistency and effectiveness of the Conference.
· lead on the development of in-house event programme for BABCP members to support their continuing professional development.
Please refer to the full job description for more itemised duties and responsibilities.
What we’re looking for
The successful candidate will be comfortable stepping into an established team, building trust quickly and working with experienced people who know the conference and events well.
You will need to be organised and relationship-focused and be able to provide a reliable staff oversight during this transitional period.
Experience of Conference or Events management in a membership, charity or professional body setting would be an advantage.
We are looking for a candidate who can provide confident interim management, maintain effective delivery of the Conference and Events, and work collaboratively with colleagues, members and stakeholders.
Please refer to the person specification as part of the job description for more information on the criteria to be successful in the role.
BABCP supports and promotes Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
How to apply
Please provide a CV and cover letter by midnight on 2nd August 2026.
Please note
We expect a high volume of applications for the role so early application is encouraged as the advertisement may be withdrawn ahead of the application deadline.
If you have not heard from us by 16th August 2026, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We encourage you to keep an eye on our future vacancies and apply again, as we are always looking for talented individuals to join us.
Feedback will be provided to those who are invited to interview.
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Mass Participation Officer
We are seeking a passionate and motivated professional to drive participation, engagement and income through a portfolio of exciting fundraising and challenge events across the UK.
Salary: £33,200 per annum (plus London weighting where applicable)
Location: Home-based, UK-wide with travel – Remote working
Hours: 35 hours per week – Flexible with compressed hours or a 9 day fortnight
Contract: Fixed-term until 31 March 2027
Closing Date: Please apply as soon as possible
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a national charity and help deliver a portfolio of fundraising events that inspire supporters, build lasting relationships and generate vital income to support life-changing services.
Reporting to the Mass Participation Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering a range of challenge and third-party events, ensuring an outstanding experience for participants from recruitment through to post-event stewardship. Working within a collaborative fundraising team, you will play a key role in driving supporter acquisition, engagement, income and retention.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and delivering a portfolio of challenge and third-party fundraising events from planning through to evaluation.
- Recruiting and engaging participants through creative acquisition campaigns.
- Building supporter journeys that maximise engagement, fundraising income and long-term loyalty.
- Developing strong relationships with event organisers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Monitoring performance against financial and non-financial targets and identifying opportunities for growth.
- Using data, insight and market trends to improve supporter experience and campaign effectiveness.
- Supporting budget management, forecasting, reporting and risk mitigation.
- Working collaboratively across teams to ensure successful delivery of fundraising activity.
About You
- We are looking for an organised, proactive and people-focused individual who enjoys building relationships, managing projects and delivering excellent customer experiences.
- You may already have experience within fundraising or the charity sector, but we are equally interested in hearing from candidates with transferable skills gained in other sectors.
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience of working towards and achieving targets and objectives.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- The ability to analyse information and use insight to improve performance.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM or database systems.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- The ability to travel extensively across the UK as required.
Whether your experience has been gained in events, marketing, account management, customer success, membership, hospitality, business development, sales, community engagement or another customer-focused environment, we'd love to hear how your skills could transfer into this role.
About the Organisation
This national charity is dedicated to supporting people and families affected by a life-changing health condition. Through vital services, research, campaigning and advocacy, the organisation helps thousands of people rebuild their lives every year.
Other roles you may have experience of could include:
Fundraising Officer, Events Fundraiser, Challenge Events Officer, Community Fundraiser, Regional Fundraiser, Supporter Engagement Officer, Individual Giving Officer, Events Coordinator, Fundraising Executive, Relationship Fundraiser, Charity Events Officer, Participation Events Officer, Campaigns Officer, Fundraising Coordinator, Account Manager, Customer Success Executive, Partnerships Officer, Events Manager, Marketing Executive, Membership Engagement Officer, Community Engagement Officer, Business Development Executive or Client Relationship Manager.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
