Job Description

Employment
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary
22,995 - 25,750 FTE
Location
Guildford/Hybrid
Hours
35 Hours (full time, part-time considered)


BENEFITS - Why Work With Us?


Generous Holiday Allowance - Enjoy 32 days off a year (Pro rata, including Bank Holidays), with extra days for long service. Plus, we'll give you your birthday off after your first year - because cake should be mandatory!
Real Work-Life Balance - We care deeply about your wellbeing and believe in supporting our teams as much as we do the children and families we serve.
Training That Grows With You - Plus, every team member gets a personal training budget and access to a holistic learning platform to support your development.
Perks That Make Life Easier - We'll cover the cost of your DBS check, and you'll get access to a NEST pension and Simply Health cash plan for everyday healthcare costs.
Room to Recharge - After 3 years, you'll be eligible for a career break to refresh, reflect, or do something amazing


Your Role
As Events Fundraiser (Challenge Events Officer), you will play a key role in engaging supporters to take part in exciting fundraising Challenge Events, from the London Marathon to cycle events and adrenaline fuelled challenges like a sky-dive or abseil, raising vital funds for disabled children and young people. You will be responsible for recruiting participants, providing excellent supporter care throughout their fundraising journey, and ensuring long-term engagement with Challengers, while managing multiple projects to create a smooth, rewarding experience for all. Alongside supporting third-party events, you will leverage your skills in marketing, social media, and event planning to maximise participation and meet ambitious fundraising targets.


Events Fundraiser JD


Duties & Responsibilities:


Recruit participants for a wide range of Challenge Events and provide excellent stewardship throughout their fundraising journey.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with supporters.
Support fundraisers with their initiatives, monitor online fundraising, and maintain clear records of income and communication.
Create on-brand promotional materials using design tools like Canva and manage communication with participants through email platforms.
Plan and deliver Challengers' own Challenge Events, focusing on marketing, supporter recruitment, and event logistics
Promote the Challengers brand, build community relationships, and represent the organisation through public communications.


This is not an exhausted list-no job can be fully defined in one neat list.


You'll be great if you have:


Knowledge of supporter journeys and effective supporter engagement.
Experience in a fundraising role, ideally within a Community & Events team.
Proven success in delivering events and campaigns, particularly in the charity sector.
Experience managing and working with volunteers.
Experience of using database software and a willingness to learn new systems quickly.
Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage a range of audiences, including donors, families, and staff.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook) and design software such as Canva.
Flexibility to work outside conventional office hours, including evenings and weekends, when required.


Challengers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references.


Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job- There is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Challengers is a place where everyone can grow. We follow equal opportunities so however you identify and whatever your background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day


We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may start meeting with people early if someone brilliant comes along - so don't wait too long to apply!