Event Manager - Charity

About this role

To apply for this role, you must be a graduate of the Event Academy . Sector: Charity / Fundraising Events Title of role: Mass Participation Events Manager Reporting to: Senior Product Manager Direct reports: Senior Product Executive Salary on offer: £40,000 - £42,500 Location / Office address: London WFH / Office / Remote: Hybrid (home and London office, minimum one day per week in the office) Working hours: 35 hours per week PT / FT: Full-time Start date: ASAP Deadline to apply: 1 November 2026 A leading UK charity is seeking an experienced events professional to manage a portfolio of large-scale fundraising events.

This fixed-term role offers the opportunity to oversee the delivery and growth of high-profile mass participation events, developing engaging supporter experiences that maximise fundraising income and long-term retention. The successful candidate will lead the full event lifecycle, from planning and marketing through to event delivery and evaluation. Responsibilities include using data and insights to improve performance, managing budgets and KPIs, overseeing supporter journeys, line-managing a senior executive, and working closely with internal teams, suppliers and external partners.

Ideal applicants will have experience managing mass participation or fundraising events, strong project management skills, and a track record of using customer and financial insights to drive engagement and revenue growth. Previous people management experience would be advantageous. Additional information: Fixed-term contract until November 2027 (covering a secondment) Flexible working required, including occasional evenings and weekends Time off in lieu provided for out-of-hours work Excellent opportunity to work on nationally recognised fundraising events and contribute to a meaningful social impact mission.

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