Fundraising Events Manager

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About the role

We're looking for a talented Fundraising Events Manager to manage and develop an event portfolio for our bespoke events and achieve financial targets in-line with the Organised Event Plan.

You'll lead the planning and delivery of a portfolio of our events to drive net income performance, developing and innovating alongside key colleagues to devise and deliver these plans. Alongside this you will identify and pursue new opportunities to support the overall Grow Income strategy.

About you

The successful candidate will have experience of delivering multiple projects as well as a proven track record of event management, preferably within the sporting fundraising sector. You will have an organised approach to project based work and be able to multi-task and organise your own workload.

With strong communication skills you'll be able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maximise the success of our events. You will also be responsible for always ensuring the events are at the safety level which meet our legal and best practice standards.

We are looking for someone who has the passion and drive to help us achieve our ambitious event goals. If this sounds like you, and you have the skills, qualifications and experience to take on this challenge, then we would love to hear from you.

How to apply

To apply for this role please use the apply button below. Our process involves submitting your CV and a supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role's criteria.

Please note this is a 12 month maternity cover contract.

This role will be home-based, ideally in the North and will involve travel to events across the UK and travel to our head office in London. Weekend work will be required where necessary.

Interviews are due to take place beginning of February at our head office, London.

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