Senior Events Manager 

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, the role of Senior Events Manager could be exactly what you're looking for. 

Join the Engagement and Fundraising directorate to make the difference 

At the NSPCC, 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% of the NSPCC's income comes from voluntary donations, so we rely on the incredible generosity and commitment of our supporters. 

You'll work as part of one of many teams, 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.  

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. These activities play a vital role in maximising sustainable income, engaging senior volunteers, and supporting long-term supporter relationships.  

This is an exciting opportunity to join our busy, ambitious and creative team, delivering a diverse programme of fundraising events while building strong relationships with senior volunteers and supporters. 

If you're an experienced fundraiser and event professional who thrives on building relationships, delivering outstanding events and identifying new opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you. 

 What is the purpose of the Senior Events Manager role? 

This role is responsible for leading a portfolio of high-value fundraising events and projects, working closely with committees of senior volunteers to maximise income and supporter engagement. 

You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional events, developing new fundraising opportunities and ensuring supporters have a positive experience with the NSPCC. 

This role contributes to the NSPCC's mission by: 

• Raising significant income through a programme of special events and volunteer-led fundraising initiatives. 

• Developing and stewarding relationships with high-profile volunteers, supporters and corporate partners. 

• Identifying opportunities to grow income through existing events and new fundraising activity. 

• Managing event budgets to deliver strong return on investment and long-term sustainability. 

 What will I be doing as a Senior Events Manager? 

• Lead the planning and delivery of a portfolio of high-value fundraising events, from large-scale dinners and flagship events to intimate supporter receptions. 

• Work closely with committees of senior volunteers, supporting them to maximise fundraising opportunities through their networks and influence. 

• Develop and manage relationships with supporters, volunteers, companies and prospects to secure new fundraising opportunities and income streams. 

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve existing events and develop innovative new fundraising concepts. 

• Take responsibility for event budgets, ensuring activities are financially successful and deliver strong return on investment. 

• Prepare presentations, sponsorship proposals, volunteer briefings, correspondence and reports for a range of stakeholders. 

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Engagement and Fundraising and wider NSPCC teams to maximise opportunities and supporter engagement. 

• Organise and support volunteer meetings and stakeholder events, ensuring excellent standards of communication and administration throughout. 

 What skills do I need to be a Senior Events Manager? 

• Experience managing multiple fundraising events and projects simultaneously, delivering them successfully from concept through to evaluation. 

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, volunteers and supporters. 

• Experience generating income through fundraising activity, sponsorship or supporter engagement. 

• Strong budget management skills with experience delivering profitable events and achieving income targets. 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging with individuals at a senior level. 

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and strong project management skills. 

• Creative, innovative and commercially minded, with the ability to identify and develop new opportunities for growth. 

• Strong administrative and IT skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. 

 Why join the NSPCC? 

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. 

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – An independent, free, personal support service to support your health and wellbeing. 

• Pension – Flexible, tax-efficient pension schemes to help you build financial security for the future. 

• Life assurance scheme – Employees are given life assurance of one times salary, or five times salary for members of the NSPCC Group Personal Pension Scheme. 

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

Ready to apply? 

If this is the role for you, please click the button ‘apply' to start your journey. You can find more information on all recruitment stages on the Career page.  

Still have questions about the role? 

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Sophie Garrett by emailing sophie.garrett@nspcc.org.uk 

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