At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting fundraising events and community activities to make a difference.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on impactful community engagement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a vibrant team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Join us to create memorable events and support meaningful causes.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in community and events fundraising with proven success.
The predicted salary is between 37000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary: £37,000 - £40,000
Contract: 1 Year fixed-term contract
Location: London, Chiswick (Hybrid working)
Hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Start: September 2026, closing date for applications is September 1st
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Community & Events Fundraising Manager to lead a busy programme of fundraising events and community activities during a period of maternity cover. The role will be responsible for managing a range of fundraising events, including major challenge events, third-party events and community fundraising activities. This will include: London Marathon 2027, Sri Lanka Trek 2027 & LEJOG Challenge 2027. You will oversee events from initial planning and participant recruitment through to delivery, fundraising support and evaluation.
Community & Events Fundraising:
- Manage the day-to-day Community & Events fundraising programme and income.
- Manage a varied calendar of fundraising activities, including runs, walks, cycles, adrenaline challenges and overseas events.
- Recruit participants through the website, social media, advertising and other fundraising channels.
- Provide excellent support and stewardship to fundraisers from recruitment through to post-event follow-up.
- Identify and develop new fundraising events and opportunities.
- Set up event registration pages, webpages and promotional activity.
- Support people undertaking their own fundraising, including fundraising in memory or celebration.
- Build strong relationships with community fundraisers, volunteers, patient groups and supporters.
- Work with the Donor Recruitment and Marketing & Communications teams to maximise fundraising opportunities.
- Manage fundraising materials and stock, ensuring resources are available and kept up to date.
- Work effectively with external event suppliers, partners and other stakeholders.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
- At least 5 years' experience in community and events fundraising.
- A strong track record of achieving fundraising targets and growing income.
- Experience managing projects from planning through to delivery, on time and within budget.
- Experience recruiting, engaging and stewarding supporters.
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