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We are looking for a Community and Events Manager to be responsible for developing and delivering an ambitious community and events fundraising programme that will generate sustainable income, build long-term supporter relationships, and increases awareness of the charity's work.

This is a hybrid role with some travel required across the UK and a minimum of one day a week in the London office.

The Charity:
An incredible health charity devoted to supporting families with the resources to be together at truly crucial times. You'd be joining a passionate team, offering some fantastic benefits including, family friendly policies, 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off and a bonus day in December, season ticket loan and a commitment to development and training.

The Role:
Work with the Director of Fundraising, Community and Events to develop and implement an integrated Community and Events Fundraising Strategy.

Develop and grow our national community fundraising programme.

Build strong relationships with supporters including families, schools, clubs, faith groups, community organisations and local businesses.

Lead the planning, development and delivery of a portfolio of special events including a Carol Service, Supper Club and Golf Day.

Manage participation in challenge events including London marathon, a series of half marathons, walks, sky dives, cycling events and other third-party fundraising activities.

Line manage two/three Fundraising Officers and an administrator, setting clear objectives, providing ongoing support, and promoting a culture of collaboration and accountability.

The Candidate:
Proven success in community fundraising, events fundraising, or a related supporter-led income stream.
Experience of challenge event fundraising
Experience securing sponsorship, prizes or in-kind support.
Experience of significantly growing income
Team leadership and staff development.
Willing and able to travel frequently across the UK, including evenings and weekends when required.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.