About us:
Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.
As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.
Muscular Dystrophy UK connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.
This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won't stop until we achieve it.
About you
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- To provide effective support for the Events team to achieve agreed fundraising targets and objectives through the delivery of a series of high quality events.
- Providing key and intensive support to the Challenge Events Manager, concerning the planning and implementation of all aspects of our challenge and running events portfolio.
- Developing relationships with participants, individuals and organisations to maximise fundraising targets and ensure long term charity involvement Line management of a Challenge Events Officer
Other responsibilities:
- Line manage and support a Challenge Events Officer responsible for delivering key areas of the challenge events portfolio, including the AJ Bell Great North Run, providing support across the London Marathon and International Runs portfolio. Drive their day to day performance through regular 121 meetings, objective setting, performance reviews, annual appraisals, and development planning, enabling them to achieve their goals and objectives, and grow within their role.
- Lead the project management and delivery of MDUK's participation in the one off 2027 London Marathon Double Header, recruiting and supporting up to 300 charity place and own place runners across both event days, with the potential to generate over £1 million in income. Supported by a Challenge Events Officer, you'll be responsible for and oversee participant recruitment, stewardship, income generation, event logistics, training partner management / development, volunteer management, MDUK's presence at the London Marathon Expo, and post race reception activities.
- Following the delivery of the 2027 Double Header, you'll retain the ownership of MDUK's annual London Marathon programme, managing a cohort of approximately 90 charity place and own place runners each year. Lead all aspects of event / campaign delivery, including recruitment, stewardship, fundraising performance, event operations, and the ongoing development of our partnership with Coopah to maximise participant engagement and minimise withdrawals and deferrals.
Values and behaviours:
- A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity's values.
- Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
- A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Always demonstrate role model behaviour.
Benefits:
We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work-life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...
Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).
Closing date: Friday, 9 October 2026 at midday
NB Interviews likely to be held on w/c 12 October 2026
Interview dates: NB: Please note that we are interviewing on a rolling basis and may close the advert earlier than the stated deadline if we successfully fill the role.
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Senior Challenge Events Officer employer: Muscular Dystrophy UK
Muscular Dystrophy UK is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals living with muscle wasting conditions. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we offer a competitive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances, health and wellness resources, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and inclusive work culture. Join us in our mission to create a world without limits for those we serve, while enjoying a healthy work-life balance in a hybrid working environment.
