Engagement Events Manager

The Engagement Events Manager plans and delivers cultivation and stewardship events that meet and exceed our engagement objectives. Sitting within the Philanthropy team, the Engagement Events Manager builds strong working relationships with colleagues across Fundraising and the Trust to deliver successful and inspiring events. The role is responsible for delivering and managing a variety of events, from webinars and receptions to dinners and VIP tours for our high value fundraising team, including major and principal donors, trusts and foundation and corporate partners. Work alongside the Head of Philanthropy to develop and deliver the high value events strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead on the inception, development, project management and end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of bespoke events for our charities. The events programme will maximise donor cultivation and stewardship opportunities. Including, but not limited to: dinners, receptions, round table discussions, lectures, VIP tours and online events. Prepare and maintain a project plan for each event, and manage multiple, competing deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Manage budgets, milestones and KPIs to monitor and respond to performance. • Provide regular event status updates to the senior and fundraising stakeholders, and to flag risks and proposed solutions well in advance. Grow and enhance our cultivation and stewardship events fundraising programme and deliver an excellent portfolio of activity based on audience insight and feedback. Prepare and deliver event briefings for assigned events, providing briefings for internal and external stakeholders, including board members, trustees and VIPs. Lead project group meetings for events, with both internal and external stakeholders. Respond to enquiries from staff, patients, donors, potential donors and suppliers. Advocate best practice across the team by preparing meeting materials and following up with comprehensive minutes to ensure good communication. Develop and maintain excellent relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration during the event process, including personal assistants and external suppliers. Measure the impact of all assigned events through evaluation and strategic follow-up activity, keeping templates up to date and fit for purpose. Contribute to the wider fundraising team, taking a proactive approach to working in a high performing and collaborative team. Supervise staff and volunteers at events. Work in a hot desk environment, at least two days per week of meaningful time in the Foundation’s office, plus time within a hospital or other sites as required. Create policies and templates regarding events at all levels and audiences. Be the Engagement Events subject matter expert to advise fundraisers and the wider team on how to deliver impact through events and align individual events to the overarching events strategy. Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Skills, abilities, and attributes: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to plan and deliver projects within budgets and on time with attention to detail. • Computer literate (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel). Flexible approach and willingness to attend some commitments outside of regular hours. Team player attitude with a willingness to step in to support others where needed. Confidence working with senior stakeholders and VIPs. Knowledge, experience, and qualifications: Experience of delivering successful event/project management in a fundraising environment, including planning and delivering a portfolio of events/projects to meet targets and within budget. Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. Knowledge of digital events tools such as webinars and/or online community platforms. Knowledge of a Fundraising database (e.g. Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce). Knowledge of fundraising regulation (e.g. Fundraising code of conduct and GDPR). Understanding of NHS Charities or healthcare fundraising. Benefits Contributory Pension Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements. Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups. Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities. Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit. Shower facilities and bike lock area. Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays) Subsidies for glasses Employee Assistance Programme Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.