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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
Do you have outstanding communications, events and customer care skills? Are you ready to bring delight to donors and help a busy team achieve key fundraising goals?
· Permanent, full-time: 35 hours a week worked over five days. We would be open to some flexibility on hours worked.
· Hybrid working – up to 40% home working, 60% office presence.
· Starting salary - £31,700 per annum with a generous pension contribution: up to 10 per cent employer contribution on annual salary.
· 36 days of leave pro rata (including annual leave and bank holidays) as well as enhanced paid sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
· Generous rewards and wellbeing package, including:
o access to 24/7 employee assistance programme with qualified counsellors
o wellbeing coffee mornings
o up to three volunteer days a year
o up to three family emergency leave days a year
o retreats and resources for prayer life
We welcome applications from everyone. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from minority groups as they are currently underrepresented within our organisation at this level. All appointments are made on merit of skill, experience and potential as set out in the job description and person specification.
Your role
Church Mission Society is passionate about God’s mission and fired up to see more and more people become followers of Jesus. As part of the fundraising and communications team you will bring delight our donors by dealing with enquiries successfully as first port of call and proactively contacting supporters and churches to encourage them to give and engage with CMS. Through this, your role will make a significant contribution to the work of Church Mission Society.
The organisation you’ll be joining
Church Mission Society is comprised of people who are passionate about mission and fired up about helping people follow Jesus. For over 200 years CMS has been at the forefront of global mission, living out the gospel of Jesus, seeing lives changed and communities transformed. If you join CMS, you will find an organisation that has been reinvigorated with a fresh vision to make disciples of Jesus among people at the edges, both in the UK and around the world.
What you’ll need to succeed
The successful candidate will have proven experience working within a customer/supporter facing environment. Experience in telephoning to get results in a customer care environment is essential as well as administrative skill.
It is also a requirement for this post holder to be in sympathy with CMS’s values and aims.
Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download on the CMS website.
Our commitment to you
Our core values of being pioneering, relational, faithful and evangelistic are integral to everything we do, and we work hard to ensure that every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to continually learn and develop their skills.
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the people we serve, our partners, our volunteers, and our staff. We believe that every child or adult we come into contact with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm and abuse. Our recruitment and selection processes are in line with our Safeguarding Policy and the SCHR Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, which CMS is a member of as part of our commitment to safeguarding.
Closing date
We must get your application by midnight on Sunday 1st March
Interviews are planned to be held on Tuesday 10th March at CMS House, Oxford.
To apply
Please send your application form and CV to our website or by post to HR Team, Church Mission Society, Watlington Road, Oxford OX4 6BZ. CVs will only be considered when sent with a completed application form, which is available to download from our website.
Candidates for all UK roles must already be eligible to work in the UK, with a valid visa and work permit if required.
As a member of the Inter-agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, CMS has committed to systematically check with previous employers from the last five years for any SEAH (Sexual Exploitation, Abuse or Harassment) issues relating to all potential new hires.
People at the edges are at the centre of God’s story. Join our global movement as we follow Jesus to the edges together.



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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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
**PLEASE NOTE: To apply for this vacancy, please ensure you firstly download a copy of our application form from the documents section below and complete it. Click the 'apply' button and fill out your personal details in the relevant sections. Once you have submitted these you will be asked if you would like to attach any documents. At this stage please submit the completed version of the application form.**
Title: Events Manager
Salary: Circa £40,000
Hours:35 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed-term contract for 18 months
Reports to: Head of Philanthropy
Key relationships :Internal: Philanthropy Team, Corporate Team, Comms Team, CEO. External: UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador team and Branch Office. UNHCR Private Sector Partnerships Team.
Location: WeWork, 1 Mark Square, London EC2A 4EG (We operate a hybrid working policy with at least 1 mandatory office attendance per week)
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.
Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.
Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING
We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion.
JOB PURPOSE
This is a pivotal role in supporting and elevating our philanthropy and partnerships programmes which have seen significant growth in recent years. You will play a key part in helping the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPH) team cultivate meaningful relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), major donors, foundations, and corporate partners through high-quality events that inspire, engage, and deepen commitment to the refugee cause.
We are looking for a creative and strategic professional who thrives on delivering impactful experiences for influential audiences. You will have proven expertise in managing complex, high-profile events, exceptional communication and project management skills, and the ability to craft compelling event themes that connect supporters to UNHCR’s global mission.
Working closely with the PPH team and international colleagues, you will design and execute a portfolio of bespoke in-person and virtual events - from intimate donor briefings to large-scale gatherings - that showcase UNHCR’s priority programmes and leadership. Your role will be central to engaging existing supporters and attracting new philanthropic partners.
If you are passionate about creating transformative experiences that drive social impact and have the skills to deliver at the highest level, we would love to hear from you.
Why us?
- We are an ambitious and fast-moving organisation backed by the incredible reach of UNHCR. You get the best of both worlds: the ability to innovate quickly and the opportunity to work with extraordinary speakers and colleagues across a global network.
- Based in the vibrant Shoreditch/Old Street area, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture that values creativity, bold ideas and collaboration.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and deliver a programme of impactful events that advance the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPH) strategy and inspire our audiences- from exclusive gatherings for major philanthropists to bespoke receptions for corporate partners.
- Lead the strategic vision and execution of all events, shaping concepts that align with organisational priorities, overseeing beginning-to-end project management, and ensuring excellence in delivery, budget management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Influence and manage senior relationships across UK for UNHCR and global UNHCR teams, acting as a trusted advisor on event strategy and implementation to secure buy-in and collaboration.
- Collaborate with Philanthropy and Partnerships Team to ensure events support donor cultivation and stewardship journeys, driving deeper engagement and long-term support.
- Leverage insights to craft compelling event narratives and experiences that resonate with high-value supporters and reflect UNHCR’s global mission.
- Establish measurement frameworks to evaluate event success, inform future strategy, and demonstrate impact to internal and external stakeholders.
- Champion refugee storytelling, ensuring refugee voices and lived experiences remain central to all events content and design.
- Share best practice across UK and global markets, contributing to international knowledge exchange, training, and innovation in donor engagement.
- Data Management ensuring events data is recorded on Salesforce in a timely and accurate fashion.
PERSONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential Experience, Skills & Knowledge
- Proven track record in designing and delivering bespoke, high-quality events designed for influential audiences, including UHNWIs and senior corporate leaders, that strengthen relationships and drive engagement.
- Experience working with high-profile individuals on events – this could be celebrities, high profile speakers, well-known academics or renowned artists engaged to deliver special a special event experience.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and inspire confidence.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional project groups, facilitating productive collaboration and driving consensus on strategic event objectives.
- Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring excellence in creative content, copy, and overall event presentation.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Experience of using technology to create innovative and experiential event experiences.
- Experience of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Experience of working at an international development, human rights, or humanitarian NGO.
WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?
You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.
What else?
Wellbeing
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays
- Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
- Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
- Office wellness perks.
- Discount on gym memberships.
- Hybrid and Flexible Working.
- Staff socials.
Financial
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
- Non-contributory group life assurance scheme
- Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
- One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Enhanced sick pay scheme.
Development
- Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
- Individual training budget.
HOW TO APPLY
If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.
Closing date: Midday 16th February 2026
Interviews date: Week commencing 23rd February 2026
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us . We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
We stand with refugees – will you join us?

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.
We provide recreational sporting facilities and programmes for members of our local community, supporting physical and mental wellbeing for all.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
This role is an opportunity to support and shape a major programme of research on how to deliver more innovative health care for patients and the public. You will work alongside our subject matter experts to provide effective project support and organisation for this research.
We are looking for a project officer to provide the day to day business and project support to work across a range of projects but including an exciting new multi-year partnership exploring how innovation can be harnessed to support the health and care system towards delivering care closer to where people live.
You will act as the main point of contact for project participants and research contacts, organise events and activities and support the day to day financial management of projects, reforecasting budgets and setting up timelines. You will also undertake research support tasks including administering surveys, producing feedback reports for research participants and extracting and collating relevant information from key documents and websites.
This role requires experience of project management and of organising interviews, events, focus groups or similar activities, together with excellent administrative and financial skills. Experience of working in or with health and social care organisations would be an advantage.
The Fund has an ambition to increase the diversity of our workforce and introduce careers in health and care policy to a broader range of people. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community, including those from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We believe that diversity of background and experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will improve the way we influence health and social care policy.
What you'll get in return
The King’s Fund is committed to a hybrid working model that meets the organisation’s needs, while giving staff flexibility to choose between office and home working. In keeping with our current policy, the post-holder will be required to work a minimum of two days per week from our central London office (pro rata, averaged over a month).
In addition to a competitive salary, The King’s Fund offers generous holiday entitlements, a £3 daily discount in our café and an on-site gym.
How to apply
To apply, please visit our website and read our supplementary guidance documents, then download and fill in our application form. If completing the application form presents any challenges, contact us by email so we can discussion options.
Please note that in order to apply, you must have existing documented proof of your right to live and work in the UK. We do not spnsor work permits.
No agencies please.
Recruitment Process
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 13 February at noon.
We regret that we cannot respond individually to all applicants due to the high number of applications we receive. If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview. Please note that we are unable to offer feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview.
Interviews will be held on 3 March. The role is available to start immediately thereafter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Community and Events Fundraising Officer
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week.
Location: London, UK.
Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% (2 days) of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base. In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.
Salary: £39,358 - £41,325 per year with excellent benefits.
Change starts with water. Change starts with you.
Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.
About WaterAid
We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.
About the team:
This role is in the Community, Events and Education team who sit within the Mass Engagement department. The team manage and deliver a diverse portfolio of fundraising and engagement activity ranging from challenge events, our partnership with Glastonbury festival to a busy community fundraising programme, our volunteer Speaker Network and an education engagement programme.
The team delivers far more than income by deepening the engagement of new and existing supporters and raising awareness of WaterAid’s work.
About the Role
The Senior Community and Events Fundraising Officer is responsible for managing fundraising partnerships with small and medium-sized enterprises, including developing new business opportunities and creating stewardship journeys for employee fundraising. The role also manages WaterAid’s corporate events such as WaterAid’s Dragon Boat Race, working with choir groups to fundraise as part of the Sing for Water event, and stewards the 4Water volunteer network.
In addition, the role supports the delivery of WaterAid’s virtual fundraising products, including Walk for Water, Just Water and Swim Marathon. This includes delivering excellent supporter journeys and developing fundraising resources to effectively steward and engage these audiences.
To be successful, you’ll need:
We are looking for an ambitious and proactive fundraiser with experience in community, events and corporate fundraising. You will have:
- At least 4 years’ experience working within a community and events fundraising team, with responsibility for corporate or SME fundraising and employee engagement, events management and delivery, and fundraising product development.
- Experience of managing budgets, analysing data, and reporting on performance.
- Experience of working on virtual fundraising products.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to inspire supporters and communicate the impact of their support.
Closing date: Applications will close 12:00 PM UK time on Monday 23 February.
1st interview via Teams on Thursday 26 February PM time and Friday 27 February AM time. 2nd interviews are expected to take place face to face at our Canary Wharf office on Wednesday 4 March PM time.
How to Apply: Click Apply to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?
At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre‑employment screening
To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
UK Benefits:
- 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Season ticket loan
- Free annual eye tests
- ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
- Sabbaticals
- One paid volunteer day each year
As part of our annual leave policy, all employees receive three additional days of annual leave on top of their standard allocation of 25 days. These days are designated to cover the period when our UK office closes between Christmas and New Year, allowing all UK Water Aiders to take a well-deserved break.
These days are automatically scheduled and cannot be changed or moved. Annual leave is accrued based on your start date. If sufficient leave has not been accrued by the time of the closure, the 3 days will be taken as unpaid leave or pro-rated, depending on your circumstances.
Our Global Commitment:
Our people promise
We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.
Safeguarding
We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).
Together, we’ll change the world through water.
Join us and be part of the change!
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.



The essentials …
- Permanent contract, full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm)
- £37,000 - £40,000 (based on experience)
- Hybrid working, typically two or three days per week in the office but may vary depending on workload. Some out of hours working may be required, with time in lieu offered.
This is an exciting role helping to bring one of our most successful innovations of recent years to the next level. You will take the lead on management of the Training Course programme from inception to completion, working within a friendly and dynamic events team. With help from our Training Course Committee and others you will secure a pipeline of repeat courses, lead the process of developing and commissioning new courses, work closely with convenors and trainers to bring courses to fruition, develop relationships with big customers and work with marketing colleagues to promote courses, organise the delivery of the courses and ensure customers are delighted with the outcome.
Who are we?
Founded in 1807, we are the oldest geological society in the world and a world-leading communicator of geoscience – through training, conferences, publishing, library and information services, education activities, and engaging the general public. We also provide impartial scientific information and evidence to support policy-making and public debate about the challenges facing humanity.
We have a membership of c. 12,000, more than 2,000 of whom are based outside the UK. Approximately 3,000 are Chartered Geologists or Chartered Scientists - professionals who have demonstrated a high level of technical competence in their field and a commitment to professional ethics.
Overview of Training Courses
In 2021, the Geological Society embarked on a journey by introducing its highly anticipated training courses, following a successful trial in 2020. Since then, these courses have become a cornerstone of knowledge dissemination within the geological community, covering a spectrum of topics, and have experienced a surge in participation. This widespread interest reflects the industry's recognition of the invaluable insights and skills that can be gained from these training programs taught by experts in the field.
Training courses have become a beacon of excellence within the geological community. Their success, marked by increasing participation and the positive impact on professional development, reaffirms the Society's dedication to advancing knowledge of geoscience and fostering a community of skilled and knowledgeable practitioners. They have also become an important part of our financial strategy; the continued growth of our training course income will help the Society continue to thrive.
Our training courses are mostly online and delivered by subject matter experts.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
- Take overall responsibility within the Events Team for our Training Courses programme, from promotion to delivery, and achieving our net income targets.
- Develop effective working relationships with society stakeholders, events team, Training Course Committee, Professional Committee, Chartership Officer and wider teams at the society including Publishing House to maximise opportunities for courses.
- Lead on Training Course Committee meetings creating agendas and keeping members regularly informed.
- Report on key areas in the Professional Committee meeting.
- Successfully meet annual sales target for Training courses providing regular feedback on performance to Head of Events and Training Course Committee.
- Work closely with our Marketing Executive to prepare detailed marketing plans and high-quality campaign content for promoting courses to delegates.
- Total end to end management of course speakers, ensuring these relationships are nurtured and all documentation is processed promptly and accurately.
- Ensure that all courses are accessible and organised to Society standards.
Personal qualities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to collaborative working across the Society
- Self-motivated, proactive, with the confidence to act independently and with a flexible approach
- A commitment to personal development and learning
Leadership qualities
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, prioritising work accordingly
- Positivity and enthusiasm
- Commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion, reflecting the Society’s obligations as an equal opportunities’ employer
ESSENTIAL
- Proven experience of managing multiple deadlines and delivering work and projects to schedule and budget.
- Experience of events and/or project management
- Budget experience
- Commercial awareness and an ability to identify and capitalise on opportunities
- High level of IT literacy
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent and demonstrable influencing, negotiating and relationship-building skills
- A willingness to embrace innovation and new ways of working
DESIRABLE
- Experience of adult education or training courses management
- Degree level education
- Familiarity with scientific and/or technical disciplines
- Proven ability to engage with complex subjects
- Experience of working for a learned or professional society (or other charitable organisation with trustees, committees and volunteers)
A bit about us …
The Geological Society is a registered charity and employs just circa 60 staff at its offices in London and Bath. Our London office is situated in the beautiful London hotspot of Piccadilly in Burlington House, just next door to The Royal Academy.
As an employee conscious company, we invest in our staff by emphasising training, growth and progression in every role. We firmly believe in creating a positive workplace wellbeing culture and offer a range of benefits to our staff including:
- 25 days basic holiday entitlement you start, increasing up to 30 days with continued service (pro-rated for part-time staff)
- Option to purchase up to 2 days extra holiday days per year
- Contributary pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
- Access to 24/7 online GP with mental health & wellbeing counselling
- Free premium Headspace account for you and 2 members of friends/family
- Discounts and recognitions scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season Ticket Loan scheme
- Life Assurance and Income Protection schemes
- Free access to Royal Academy exhibitions
- Free Geological Society Fellow membership for qualified staff
The Society is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a harmonious inclusive environment in which the rights and dignity of all its members visitors and staff are respected. We are an equal opportunities employer and the post-holder will be expected to adhere to and support the Society’s commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.
How to apply …
To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button above to be taken through to our recruitment page.
As part of our inclusive recruitment initiative, we have introduced the concept of anonymous recruiting in order to evaluate applicants solely on their skills and experience. With this in mind, we encourage you to:
- Anonymise your application by stating only your initials in your CV (including your file name) and cover letter.
- State your initials only in the subject line when sending your application.
- Ensure that you have included your contact email and number, as well as dates when you will not be available or might have difficulty with the indicative timetable.
First round interviews will take place remotely. Please let us know if you will require any special provisions to be made should you be called for an interview. We regret that unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted.
- Deadline for applications: Monday 24 November 12 pm
- Interviews: Early December
- Job start date: As soon as possible
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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To support Earth scientists, grow interest in the natural world, and connect science, the profession and society.
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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:
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Grow income from community, corporate, and events fundraising
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Build and manage relationships with supporters, community groups, and corporate partners
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Plan and deliver fundraising events and campaigns
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Identify new income streams and opportunities
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Line manage the Fundraising Officer
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Manage budgets and record activity accurately using a CRM system
- Ability to manage budgets effectively and maintain financial discipline
Required Experience:
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Minimum 2 years' in community, corporate, or events fundraising
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Experience planning and delivering fundraising events
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Strong relationship-building and organisational skills
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Line management experience
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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
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supporting the CEO
- Assist and support the CEO in the fulfilment of his/her responsibilities, including (but not limited to):
- Diary and other contact management, meetings booking and confirmation, including judgement on the level and appropriateness of engagement.
- Assist the CEO to prepare slide decks and other materials for presentations.
- Liaise with the Travel Officer and other departments to ensure all travel arrangements are made for the CEO as required. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to schedule meetings with the CEO and to ensure venues and arrangements are well prepared.
- Meeting, greeting and booking rooms for any external visitors, acting in a friendly and professional manner.
- Circulating the agenda, booking rooms and capturing notes for Executive Team meetings.
- Ensure stakeholder contact details are kept current on ParalympicsGB’s contact database.
Supporting the Board and ParalympicsGB’s governance
- In collaboration with the Chair and the Head of Governance and Compliance:
- Agree timings, locations and logistics for Board meetings, including booking rooms and providing refreshments.
- Ensure agenda and Board papers are uploaded to the Teams channel for Board members to access and assist with issues Board members may have accessing Teams.
- Prepare email responses, letters, briefing papers and other documents as required by the Chair in connection with BPA business.
- Support Board members in arranging meetings in connection with ParalympicsGB business
- Plan for Board members attendance for the Games, being the key point of contact sharing information with both the Board and internal planning teams.
- Support the Head of Governance and Compliance in preparing and managing member meetings, including NPC meetings, Election meetings and Annual General Meetings. Leading on:
- Ensure timings, venues and agendas are communicated to members and papers are made available to members.
- Book rooms for member meetings and arranging refreshments.
- Send out invitations and papers, collate the guest list, confirm numbers, accessibility & dietary requirements
- Ensuring changes in member contact details are kept current on the BPA’s contact management database.
- Support the Head of Governance and Compliance in processes around electing and appointing Board members, including appointment letters and induction information.
Events
Working closely with the Events and Projects Manager and internal event leads, help to coordinate the planning and delivery of the entire portfolio of ParalympicsGB external events. Ensure all events are planned and delivered to a consistent high quality.
- Ensure planning deadlines are met in a timely manner and that internal and external stakeholders have been consulted with as required.
- Provide expertise to event leads to ensure ParalympicsGB events address accessibility in the planning and delivery, and that all events have a consistent look and feel.
- Ensure all Health & Safety risk assessments are done and risks are being managed.
- Coordinate all room/venue bookings and catering arrangements
- Support with venue research and recces and attend venue planning meetings
- Send invites, manage responses and FAQs.
- Coordinate any additional logistics required e.g. gifting, branding, movement of equipment
- If required, provide event support on the day and/or arrange colleague support on the day.
- Work with colleagues to ensure lessons learnt from previous events are embedded into future planning.
Other
- Project Lead for Games Time Ticketing ensuring the successful delivery of this complex Games workstream.
- Support on the planning of major projects, such as Team Lodge and leading on the planning of project workstreams as required
- Provide support with planning and coordination of the ParalympicsGB Guest programme.
- Manage the ParalympicsGB inbox ensuring responses are provided in a timely manner and information is disseminated as required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ROLE REQUIREMENTS - SAFEGUARDING
Due to their engagement with the ParalympicsGB teams at both the Summer and Winter Games, an assessment process may be undertaken to determine whether or not the post-holder requires a DBS Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) List check.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Precise attention to detail
- Well-developed time management skills, including the ability to set and meet deadlines and to prioritise work
- Strong written/ presentation skills
- Ability to self-start and be proactive in determining priorities and tasks
- Ability to manage projects
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook.
- Plenty of experience working in Microsoft Teams and with Sharepoint
Desirable
- Awareness of and sensibility towards disability issues
- Experience of a multi-stakeholder environment such as a membership organisation
- Experience of working in the high-performance sport system
- Experience of working in a charity or not-for-profit organisation
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND QUALITIES
- Ability to operate with absolute discretion on confidential matters, with an understanding of when to escalate issues as appropriate
- Innovative and self-assured, able to work alone and self-manage
- Ability to build strong professional relationships and work within a team environment
- Working with integrity and honesty to gain the confidence and respect of others
- Committed, enthusiastic and motivated
- Willingness and desire to entertain new ideas and seize opportunities
- Willingness to accept and encourage constructive challenges
- A willingness to do what is needed to get the job done
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and may be amended from time to time in the light of the changing needs of the organisation through appropriate processes of consultation and the mutual agreement of both parties.
VALUES
ParalympicsGB is an organisation with a unique role and key responsibilities within the UK high performance system. Delivery of our ambitions very much relies on both working in partnership with others, and by focussing on our two strategic priorities: taking the best prepared team to each summer and winter Games; and inspiring social change.
As an organisation we are committed to three values: excellence, respect, and integrity. Every ParalympicsGB member is expected to adhere to:
Excellence
Everything we do reflects our ambition to be world leading. We care deeply about what we do and bring a flexible, positive, and progressive approach to our interactions with others. Like the athletes that we support, we will always challenge ourselves and others to do better.
Respect
Our relationships with each other, our partners and the wider community are based on respect, trust, and a deep-seated belief in diversity, inclusion, and the value of our differences.
Integrity
We demand the highest standards from ourselves and others, seeking always to do the right thing and to engage with openness and transparency in all that we do.
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Birmingham Hospice supports people living with life-limiting illness across the city, helping them live well and with dignity.
QuarterFive are delighted to be partnering with Birmingham Hospice on this search for an Events Manager to lead their passionate and growing events function. You’ll shape an ambitious programme designed to reach new audiences, grow participation and deliver significant fundraising income — all while creating outstanding supporter experiences.
With an expanding portfolio and clear growth ambitions, this is a chance to make a visible impact while developing a diverse programme of mass participation, third-party challenges and gala dinners.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile events programme at a time of growth. You’ll have the chance to shape strategy, lead a dedicated team, and directly support the care Birmingham Hospice provides across the city. If you’re passionate about events, motivated by impact, and ready to step into a visible leadership
role, this could be the perfect next move.
About the role
As Events Manager, you’ll lead Birmingham Hospice’s events programme end-to-end, combining strategic planning with hands-on delivery. You’ll work closely with the Senior Fundraising Project Manager to shape an ambitious events programme that strengthens Birmingham Hospice’s brand while delivering real financial impact.
You will:
- Act as the events lead within the Income Generation team, sharing insight and supporting colleagues across the charity
- Lead the development and delivery of the annual events plan, creating a dynamic, costeffective programme that inspires supporters and drives income
- Line manage two Events Officers, providing regular 1:1s, development support and inspirational leadership
- Manage a varied portfolio including mass participation, third-party challenges, adrenaline events and special events
- Deliver against agreed income and expenditure budgets, contributing to an overall events income target of around £250k, including a £50k headline event
- Track income and expenditure day-to-day, produce post-event evaluations, and use learning to continuously improve future activity
- Identify new growth opportunities, using market insight and sector trends to expand participation and reach new audiences
- Build strong internal relationships across clinical, retail and corporate teams to promote events and maximise engagement
- Ensure all events meet high standards of health & safety, compliance and supporter care
- Oversee volunteers, apprentices and placements, ensuring a positive and professional experience for everyone involved
About you
You’ll be a confident, motivated events professional with charity sector experience and a strong track record of delivering successful fundraising events. You’ll bring:
- Proven experience delivering fundraising events, ideally including mass participation and third-party challenges
- Experience working in the charity sector
- Experience of line managing one or two staff, with a supportive, confident leadership style
- Strong event delivery skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience managing budgets and contributing to income targets
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a collaborative approach
- A proactive mindset, keen to test new ideas and grow audiences
- Emotional intelligence and resilience, with sensitivity to the nature of hospice work
Employee benefits
The role is Birmingham-based, primarily at Selly Park, with regular working from Erdington. The team typically spends at least two days per week onsite, alongside event delivery. Hybrid working is available but not contractually formalised, and compressed hours are supported. Please ask if you have any questions around flexible working.
Employee benefits include:
- 27 days per annum annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years’ service (pro-rata for those working part-time hours) Previous service with the NHS is taken into account when calculating annual leave entitlements if you move to the hospice direct from the NHS
- Enhanced special leave, includes enhanced compassionate leave and enhanced parental and bereavement leave
- 5.93% employer pension contribution
- Optional healthcare scheme, providing financial support for a range of healthcare costs such as dental, optical, hospital stays and others
- Health Service Discount Scheme and Blue Light Card
To apply, please complete the form below, attaching a copy of your most recent CV, ASAP and by no later than Tuesday 17th February.
Interviews: First interviews are scheduled for w/c 23rd February and second stage interviews are scheduled for w/c 2nd March.
We believe that anyone with a terminal diagnosis deserves to live well and make the very most of the time that remains.


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
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Client Relations: Be the welcoming first point of contact, guiding clients from initial enquiry through to event day
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Venue Showcasing: Show prospective hirers around our spaces and help them envision their event
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Event Coordination: Manage all the moving parts (logistics, suppliers, internal teams) to ensure seamless delivery
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Team Leadership: Recruit, train and manage a flexible pool of casual event staff
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On-the-Ground Management: Act as on-site duty manager during events.
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Community Building: Foster strong relationships with local residents, partners and clients
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Systems & Records: Keep booking records using CRM and booking systems
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Marketing Support: Help promote our venues and attract brilliant bookings
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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:
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Experienced in managing events or venues (ideally 1-3 years under your belt)
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Exceptionally organised with an eye for detail that misses nothing
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Self-starting and comfortable owning your workload independently
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A people person: confident, professional and warm with everyone from community groups to corporate clients
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A natural ambassador for the charity, embodying our values in every interaction
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Tech-savvy with standard office software and booking systems
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Flexible and happy to roll up your sleeves for evening/weekend events when needed
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Cool under pressure: calm, solutions-focused and able to juggle multiple events
Desirable:
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Proven track record in event management, venue hire, hospitality or similar
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Marketing experience, especially promoting venues or events
Why Join Us?
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Shape something special: Be instrumental in launching and growing two brand-new West London event venues
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Make real impact: Your work directly supports a charity dedicated to improving life in South Kilburn
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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
Working with the communty to shape the future of South Kilburn.
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