Special Events Fundraising Executive in London

Are you looking for a role within an organisation where the work you do makes a real difference to children's lives? If the answer is yes, this Special Events Executive role could be exactly what you’re looking for.

Join the Income Generation directorate to make the difference. At this national charity, we believe every childhood is worth fighting for. With over 100 years of experience, and the collective strength of our staff, volunteers, supporters, and partners, we’re working to end child abuse and neglect for good. Over 90 percent of our income comes from voluntary donations, so we rely on the incredible generosity and commitment of all our supporters, large and small. You’ll work as part of one of many teams across the UK, which focus on engaging our supporters and ensuring they continue to give their support. You will do this by leading fundraising initiatives or simply sharing our mission with those around you; every conversation and connection can spark change.

We encourage everyone across the organisation to get involved, feel confident in championing our cause, and help us grow the support we need to protect children and give them the futures they deserve. If you’re motivated by purpose, thrive in a supportive team, and want to contribute to creating a safer, brighter world for every child, join us as a Special Events Executive.

What is the purpose of the Special Events Executive?

The Special Events Fundraising Executive supports the delivery of our high-value events and volunteer-led fundraising initiatives, providing essential logistical, financial and administrative support to maximise income and build strong supporter relationships. This role plays a key part in generating income to support our mission.

What will I be doing as a Special Events Executive?

• The varied role sits within the Volunteer Board Fundraising team which leads income generation through regional and national volunteer boards, volunteer-led fundraising initiatives and delivery of special events through our high value event committees.
• To support Senior Event Managers with the development and delivery of their events, by attending committee meetings, carrying out tasks such as securing prizes, recruiting volunteers, managing small suppliers and completing admin tasks to agreed standards and deadlines.
• To carry out research for the development of events, such as researching new venues and prize partners.
• To draft and produce written correspondence such as letters, impact reports and other documents as required.
• To undertake and lead specific fundraising projects as required.

What skills do I need to be a Special Events Executive?

• We are looking for a highly organised and collaborative individual with experience in a customer-focused environment, confident in building relationships with senior stakeholders and volunteers.
• You will have strong communication and organisation skills, and be comfortable at managing data accurately.
• A proactive team player, you are comfortable juggling priorities, using IT systems, and have strong written skills.
• Experience of successfully working in a customer focused environment.
• Experience of building effective relationships through face to face interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Well developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise and plan own work and to juggle competing demands.

Why join this organisation?

Any one of our people will tell you that a huge reward in itself is making a difference to children's lives. But we know it’s a competitive world, and it’s important to feel valued in your role and receive more practical, tangible benefits. We offer salaries that are at least comparable with the top charities in the UK, as well as these benefits:

• Generous annual leave - 29 days per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees (pro-rata for part-time). 32 days per annum after five years' continuous service.
• Employee discounts - Our discounts portal gives you online access to over 3,000 discounts and offers.
• The Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - an independent, free, personal support service. It can provide information, support and advice to support your health and wellbeing.
• Pension - building up a good pension is something we want to help you achieve with our flexible, tax-efficient pension schemes.
• Life assurance scheme - All employees will be given life assurance of one times their salary, unless they join the Group Personal Pension Scheme, where members are given life assurance of five times their salary.

Join us and make a difference. You’ll grow, be challenged, and help change millions of young lives for the better.

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