Job Description

Role:

Fundraising and Communications (Events) Administrator

Hours:

Part-time - 22.5 hours (3 days per week - preferably Tuesday to Thursday but can be flexible)

Contract:

3 months FTC - immediate start required

Salary:

Circa26,000 (prorated)

Location:

SpecialEffect Office, Charlbury, OX7 3EW

SpecialEffect is an award-winning UK charity that exists to help people with severe physical challenges to get more out of life by giving them access to video games and technology. Known as The Gamers' Charity, the games industry and gaming communities are at the heart of both our work and those who make that work possible - our invaluable supporters.

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Administrator who is organised, enthusiastic, and passionate about making a difference to join our Fundraising and Communications team. The purpose of this role is to provide administrative support to the Fundraising and Communications team, with a primary focus on Events, to enable them to reach fundraising goals and provide the highest level of donor support. You'll play a key role in helping us deliver unforgettable fundraising events and provide exceptional support to our amazing donors and community of supporters.

What you will be doing:

The successful candidate will join our fast-paced Fundraising and Communications team at a fun and exciting time, with the summer and autumn events season in full swing and plenty of opportunities to get involved.

Primarily based in the SpecialEffect office, you will be part of our impactful events by providing vital day-to-day administrative support for our busy F&C team, including being a friendly point of contact for event enquiries, supporting event registration processes, preparing and dispatching event materials and helping to coordinate exciting auction and raffle prizes. You may also be required to attend events in person to support the team in representing SpecialEffect.

Upcoming events include the Great North Run, Oxford Half Marathon and One Special Walk.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in fundraising and events within a purpose-driven team that's passionate about creating real impact.

What you will need:

Excellent attention to detail and ability to provide the highest standards of customer care.

Experience of working on multiple varied projects at the same time.

Confidence in establishing and maintaining positive internal and external relationships with colleagues and supporters.

Flexibility and ability to change priorities as required.

A can-do attitude and to be capable of using initiative.

Ability to quickly learn and have an immediate positive impact on the team.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team with excellent communication skills.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Educated to GCSE-level standard or equivalent, including English and Maths.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Graduate
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 15,400.00-16,100.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Flexitime
Ability to commute/relocate:

Charlbury, OX7 3EW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person