Events Assistant in Catterick Garrison

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team at The Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) for an Events Assistant to play a key role in supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of regional fundraising events. You will work closely with supporters, volunteers and colleagues to ensure events run smoothly, manage essential administrative processes, maintain accurate data and help deliver engaging fundraising activities across the region.

SUPPORTING STATEMENT REQUIRED: A Supporting Statement is required with your CV to be considered for this vacancy. The supporting statement should highlight your skills and experience that are relevant to this role and explain why you would make an ideal candidate for this position.

SALARY: £29,879 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid working 2 days in the office in Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, and 3 days remote. This can involve working from home, but more likely attending events within the North East region.

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

PLEASE NOTE: You will need a full Driving Licence and Access to a Vehicle

As an Events Assistant, you will help coordinate fundraising events, maintain CRM and campaign data, respond to enquiries and support stakeholders, volunteers and supporters across the region. You will work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues, community groups and military-connected organisations such as Army units and Army Cadet Force units, helping to build strong relationships and maximise engagement across the region.

The Events Assistant will also assist with regional engagement activity, event administration, fundraising materials and digital communications, while working closely with colleagues and external contacts to help deliver fundraising targets. This is a full-time permanent role based in Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, with hybrid working in place and flexibility required for some evening and weekend events.

ABOUT US: The Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) is the Army’s national charity, supporting soldiers, veterans, and their immediate families in times of need. Founded in 1944, our purpose is to provide a lifetime of support to serving soldiers, former soldiers, and their families when they are in need, ensuring they can avoid hardship and enjoy independence and dignity. The Charity operates a regional structure across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with its central office in London.

DUTIES: Your duties as the Events Assistant include:

• Database Management: Input, maintain and update supporter and campaign data using CRM and finance systems
• Event Administration: Support the smooth administration of fundraising events, including income batching, campaign updates and expenses processing
• Supporter Communication: Respond to enquiries and act as a key contact for supporters and volunteers across the region
• Event Coordination: Help plan, organise and deliver regional fundraising and engagement events
• Volunteer Support: Provide guidance and practical support to volunteer fundraisers and local networks
• Digital Promotion: Advertise future events online and make effective use of digital tools and fundraising platforms
• Stock And Materials: Maintain fundraising materials, merchandise and stock levels for regional activities
• Regional Representation: Attend briefings, presentations and external events to represent the organisation when required

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

ESSENTIAL

• Flexible Approach: Ability to be flexible with working patterns, including occasional out-of-hours and weekend working
• Driving Licence: A full driving licence is essential
• Teamwork And Initiative: Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Communication Skills: Effective communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Office Administration: Literate, numerate and experienced in good office practice
• Organisation Skills: Well organised with the ability to manage varied tasks and priorities
• Empathy: A strong empathy with the organisation’s cause and beneficiaries

DESIRABLE

• Digital Skills: IT literate with an understanding of social media tools
• CRM Knowledge: Previous experience with a fundraising CRM system would be advantageous
• Sector Awareness: An understanding of the British Army and the charity sector would be beneficial

BENEFITS:

• 30 days’ holidays, plus bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working (minimum two days per week in the office)
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programme (EAP)
• Annual Health Assessments via Healthshield
• Time off in lieu for volunteering at company events (TOIL)
• Perkbox benefits portal, offering a range of retail discounts, online perks and wealth of health and fitness resources (monthly points to use on the platform)
• Pension scheme, with matched employer contributions up to 8% – after successful probation
• Income Protection – 55% of salary – after successful probation
• Death in Service – 3x annual salary – after successful probation
• Annual pay reviews
• Annual leave purchase scheme

The Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.