At a Glance
- Tasks: Support fundraising events and manage administrative tasks for a leading healthcare charity.
- Company: Join a top 100 hospital known for healthcare innovation and impactful philanthropy.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in patient care while gaining valuable experience in event management.
- Qualifications: Experience in support roles, strong communication, and organisational skills required.
We are looking for someone with experience of working in a support role. This could include supporting various teams in general administration, events management or the fundraising function within a charity.
We’re on a mission to support our client, voted one of the top 100 hospitals in the world, and a global leader in healthcare innovation. From new cancer care to a world-class children’s hospital, your work will help transform the future of patient care.
Position: Philanthropy Team and Events Assistant
Location: Cambridge / Hybrid (minimum of 3 days in the office)
Salary: £26,000.00 - £28,000.00 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (part-time considered)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday, 26th July 2026, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received or a successful candidate is found.
About the Role
The Team and Events Assistant will play a critical role in the delivery of a successful fundraising programme. Reporting to the Special Events Manager, the role will provide fantastic exposure and experience across a successful philanthropy programme and wider events calendar. This is happening at an extremely exciting time for the charity as we are in the midst of two capital campaigns for two new groundbreaking hospitals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Act as the first point of contact for enquiries, providing administrative support and coordinating diaries, meetings and committee activities.
- Maintain and update CRM records, ensuring accurate data management, reporting and event administration.
- Coordinate financial processes, including purchase orders, invoices and budget-related administration.
- Support the planning and delivery of a diverse programme of fundraising, stewardship and special events.
- Manage event logistics, including invitations, RSVPs, guest communications, materials, supplier liaison and venue arrangements.
- Provide on-site event support, including registration, set-up, pack-down and stakeholder engagement.
About You
We are looking for someone with experience of working in a support role. This could include supporting various teams in general administration, events management or the fundraising function within a charity.
You will have:
- Great communication skills
- An excellent eye for detail with strong organisational skills
- Experience of managing multiple priorities and strict deadlines
- Conscientious approach to your work
- A good team player
- Strong numeracy and computer literacy with Microsoft Office packages
- Ability to build strong relationships and inspire and motivate supporters
- Ability to work unsupervised whilst also being a team player
- Enthusiastic with a positive attitude but with empathy and understanding
We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities, every new team member brings a unique perspective, helping us enrich and diversify our charity.
In Return
This is an amazing place to work! You will receive a fantastic benefits package including:
- Pension Scheme with 7% Employer Contribution
- 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Your Birthday off
- Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Annual Eye Tests + £65 towards computer-use glasses
- On-site Leisure Centre
- NHS Discount Schemes
- Health Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programmes
- Cycle to Work Scheme
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Team and Events Assistant in Over employer: Not For Profit People
Join a leading charity in Cambridge, where your role as a Team and Events Assistant will directly contribute to transformative healthcare initiatives. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, a supportive work culture, and ample opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference. Experience the excitement of working on groundbreaking projects while enjoying a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance.
