Events Officer
| Posting date: | 14 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £27,000 - £30,000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 September 2025 |
| Location: | Cannock |
| Company: | Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 580 |
Summary
Job Advert
Department: Fundraising
Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (depending on experience)
Reports to: Community & Events Fundraising Manager
Location: Cannock, Staffordshire
Travel: Required for event attendance and supporter engagement, including some evenings and weekends
As one of the UK’s leading charities providing essential specialist equipment to children with disabilities, Newlife is dedicated
to making life better - for the families we serve, and for the people who help us to make that happen.
Through grants and emergency equipment loans, we ensure children get the vital equipment they need, when they need it, while our
free nurse helpline offers crucial support and information – as well as a listening ear. Our campaigns help to give children with
disabilities and their families a voice, advocating for change to benefit the families we serve. And we support adults with
additional needs with volunteering and employment opportunities, providing an introduction to the workplace and a means for career
development.
Across the whole of Newlife, our teams are crucial to our success – it’s not just a job; here you’ll be helping us to change
lives every day.
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ROLE PURPOSE
The Events Officer will coordinate Newlife’s community and challenge event fundraising activities to drive participation,
supporter engagement, and income generation.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
EVENT PLANNING & DELIVERY
* Support the delivery of third-party challenge events (e.g. London Marathon, London Landmarks, Great North Run) and
community-led events (e.g. skydives, sponsored runs or walks).
* Assist in the management of event platforms and participant portals.
* Maintain stock and coordinate distribution of fundraising resources and materials.
SUPPORTER STEWARDSHIP
* Recruit, support, and manage relationships with event participants to maximise income and encourage repeat involvement.
* Develop supporter journeys with a focus on engagement, retention, and satisfaction.
* Respond to enquiries via the fundraising inbox and other channels promptly and professionally.
FUNDRAISING PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
* Research and develop new fundraising products and ideas tailored to Newlife supporters.
* Review and update fundraising collateral, including digital assets on the Newlife website.
MARKETING & PROMOTION
* Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to promote events and maximise participant numbers.
* Contribute to the development of promotional content and campaigns as needed.
PERFORMANCE MONITORING
* Monitor and report on income vs. budget; contribute to contingency planning.
* Conduct post-event evaluations to assess outcomes, learnings, and areas for improvement.
* Use project management tools to plan, execute, and evaluate event performance.
COLLABORATION & COMPLIANCE
* Work with the Campaign & Appeals Officer to sensitively manage events inspired by personal loss.
* Support the wider fundraising team in achieving income targets and organisational objectives.
* Ensure compliance with financial controls and regulatory standards (e.g. GDPR, Gift Aid, charity regulations).
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ADDITIONAL DUTIES
* Maintain and update the supporter database accurately.
* Represent Newlife at sector events and networking opportunities.
* Promote Newlife’s core values and strategic goals internally and externally.
* Actively contribute to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
* Undertake professional development and relevant training.
* Carry out any other duties reasonably assigned by the organisation.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to tailor communication to different audiences.
* Supporter-focused approach, ensuring a positive fundraising experience.
* Creative and confident in pitching new fundraising ideas.
* Highly organised with excellent project management abilities.
* Strong IT proficiency including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
* Comfortable using CRM databases (experience with Raiser’s Edge is a plus).
* Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Understanding of relevant regulations and compliance (GDPR, Gift Aid).
EXPERIENCE
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in event or community fundraising (ideally both).
* Proven ability to increase income through events and community engagement.
* Experience stewarding fundraisers from enquiry to post-event.
* Demonstrated success in developing and launching fundraising initiatives.
* Familiarity with online fundraising tools and digital marketing practices.
Department: Fundraising
Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (depending on experience)
Reports to: Community & Events Fundraising Manager
Location: Cannock, Staffordshire
Travel: Required for event attendance and supporter engagement, including some evenings and weekends
As one of the UK’s leading charities providing essential specialist equipment to children with disabilities, Newlife is dedicated
to making life better - for the families we serve, and for the people who help us to make that happen.
Through grants and emergency equipment loans, we ensure children get the vital equipment they need, when they need it, while our
free nurse helpline offers crucial support and information – as well as a listening ear. Our campaigns help to give children with
disabilities and their families a voice, advocating for change to benefit the families we serve. And we support adults with
additional needs with volunteering and employment opportunities, providing an introduction to the workplace and a means for career
development.
Across the whole of Newlife, our teams are crucial to our success – it’s not just a job; here you’ll be helping us to change
lives every day.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ROLE PURPOSE
The Events Officer will coordinate Newlife’s community and challenge event fundraising activities to drive participation,
supporter engagement, and income generation.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
EVENT PLANNING & DELIVERY
* Support the delivery of third-party challenge events (e.g. London Marathon, London Landmarks, Great North Run) and
community-led events (e.g. skydives, sponsored runs or walks).
* Assist in the management of event platforms and participant portals.
* Maintain stock and coordinate distribution of fundraising resources and materials.
SUPPORTER STEWARDSHIP
* Recruit, support, and manage relationships with event participants to maximise income and encourage repeat involvement.
* Develop supporter journeys with a focus on engagement, retention, and satisfaction.
* Respond to enquiries via the fundraising inbox and other channels promptly and professionally.
FUNDRAISING PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
* Research and develop new fundraising products and ideas tailored to Newlife supporters.
* Review and update fundraising collateral, including digital assets on the Newlife website.
MARKETING & PROMOTION
* Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to promote events and maximise participant numbers.
* Contribute to the development of promotional content and campaigns as needed.
PERFORMANCE MONITORING
* Monitor and report on income vs. budget; contribute to contingency planning.
* Conduct post-event evaluations to assess outcomes, learnings, and areas for improvement.
* Use project management tools to plan, execute, and evaluate event performance.
COLLABORATION & COMPLIANCE
* Work with the Campaign & Appeals Officer to sensitively manage events inspired by personal loss.
* Support the wider fundraising team in achieving income targets and organisational objectives.
* Ensure compliance with financial controls and regulatory standards (e.g. GDPR, Gift Aid, charity regulations).
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ADDITIONAL DUTIES
* Maintain and update the supporter database accurately.
* Represent Newlife at sector events and networking opportunities.
* Promote Newlife’s core values and strategic goals internally and externally.
* Actively contribute to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
* Undertake professional development and relevant training.
* Carry out any other duties reasonably assigned by the organisation.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to tailor communication to different audiences.
* Supporter-focused approach, ensuring a positive fundraising experience.
* Creative and confident in pitching new fundraising ideas.
* Highly organised with excellent project management abilities.
* Strong IT proficiency including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
* Comfortable using CRM databases (experience with Raiser’s Edge is a plus).
* Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Understanding of relevant regulations and compliance (GDPR, Gift Aid).
EXPERIENCE
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in event or community fundraising (ideally both).
* Proven ability to increase income through events and community engagement.
* Experience stewarding fundraisers from enquiry to post-event.
* Demonstrated success in developing and launching fundraising initiatives.
* Familiarity with online fundraising tools and digital marketing practices.
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