Mass Participation and Events Fundraising Lead We are seeking an experienced leader to drive forward the development and implementation of the events and mass participation fundraising strategy. Position: CE405 Mass Participation Lead Location: Home-based, UK Nationwide. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £49,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum/pro rata or outer London weighting £2,457 per annum/pro rata may be applied in accordance with where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 5 June 2026 Midnight Interview Date: 16 and 17 June 2026. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role Reporting to the Head of Regional Fundraising this is an exciting role leading an ambitious vision for this area of the team. Worth currently over £2m annually the charity is looking to grow it s income from third party and owned products and events. You will provide strategic leadership to the Mass Participation team (2 direct reports and accountability for a further 6) as well as playing an active leadership role across the Regional Fundraising Team and Mass Engagement department, contributing to the wider directorate goals and objectives. You will be an innovative thinker with the ability to review the existing programme, the wider market environment and identify opportunities for supporter acquisition, engagement, and retention. You will oversee a customer-centric approach where supporters receive an outstanding experience and feel proud of their continued contribution. Key responsibilities will include: Developing strategy for events and mass participation products New fundraising product development Strategic leadership of a geographically dispersed team, embedding a culture of high performance Setting meaningful income and expenditure budgets and being able to accurately re-forecast putting action plans in place to mitigate shortfalls. About You We are looking for someone with experience of: Delivering targets with successful outcomes. Developing strategy for events and mass participation products Project planning and problem solving. Delivering formal presentations and public speaking. Budget development, planning and forecasting and an understanding of risk, mitigation and contingency planning. Achieving annual income and expenditure targets. Recruiting, managing, motivating, developing and training staff and/or volunteers. Analysing and interpreting data. You will need a full driving licence and own vehicle (or can demonstrate that you meet the travel requirements of the role which include travelling extensively across the region/country). To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Applications Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. You will be able to view the role profile when you apply. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Mass Participation, Mass Participation Manager, Mass Participation Officer, Challenge Events, Events Lead, Fundraising Events Lead, Events Fundraiser, Events Fundraising, Regional Fundraiser, Supporter Engagement, Community Fundraiser, Participation, Individual Giving. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Mass Participation and Events Fundraising Lead We are seeking an experienced leader to drive forward the development and implementation of the events and mass participation fundraising strategy. Position: CE405 Mass Participation Lead Location: Home-based, UK Nationwide. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £49,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum/pro rata or outer London weighting £2,457 per annum/pro rata may be applied in accordance with where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 5 June 2026 Midnight Interview Date: 16 and 17 June 2026. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role Reporting to the Head of Regional Fundraising this is an exciting role leading an ambitious vision for this area of the team. Worth currently over £2m annually the charity is looking to grow it s income from third party and owned products and events. You will provide strategic leadership to the Mass Participation team (2 direct reports and accountability for a further 6) as well as playing an active leadership role across the Regional Fundraising Team and Mass Engagement department, contributing to the wider directorate goals and objectives. You will be an innovative thinker with the ability to review the existing programme, the wider market environment and identify opportunities for supporter acquisition, engagement, and retention. You will oversee a customer-centric approach where supporters receive an outstanding experience and feel proud of their continued contribution. Key responsibilities will include: Developing strategy for events and mass participation products New fundraising product development Strategic leadership of a geographically dispersed team, embedding a culture of high performance Setting meaningful income and expenditure budgets and being able to accurately re-forecast putting action plans in place to mitigate shortfalls. About You We are looking for someone with experience of: Delivering targets with successful outcomes. Developing strategy for events and mass participation products Project planning and problem solving. Delivering formal presentations and public speaking. Budget development, planning and forecasting and an understanding of risk, mitigation and contingency planning. Achieving annual income and expenditure targets. Recruiting, managing, motivating, developing and training staff and/or volunteers. Analysing and interpreting data. You will need a full driving licence and own vehicle (or can demonstrate that you meet the travel requirements of the role which include travelling extensively across the region/country). To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Applications Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. You will be able to view the role profile when you apply. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Mass Participation, Mass Participation Manager, Mass Participation Officer, Challenge Events, Events Lead, Fundraising Events Lead, Events Fundraiser, Events Fundraising, Regional Fundraiser, Supporter Engagement, Community Fundraiser, Participation, Individual Giving. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Salary: £31,000 - £36,500 Contract: Permanent Location: Hybrid (1 day pcm in Peterborough) Closing date: applications reviewed on a rolling basis, apply early to avoid disappointment Benefits: Flexible working policies, free gym membership at Peterborough office, life assurance We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer to join a UK-wide health charity dedicated to improving the lives of people and families affected by a serious, life limiting lung condition. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, this role sits within an ambitious and growing fundraising team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced challenge or mass participation fundraiser who is motivated by growth, creativity and supporter experience. You will play a leading role in expanding the charity s challenge events portfolio at a pivotal time, contributing to a new five year strategy that places income growth, inclusion and long term supporter engagement at its heart. As part of this exciting role, you will lead the delivery and growth of third party and mass participation challenge events, managing the full supporter journey from recruitment through to stewardship and re-engagement. You will use insight and data to monitor performance, improve ROI and refine future activity, this is a great opportunity to develop your skillset. To be successful as the Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer you will need: Proven experience in third party or mass participation challenge fundraising A strong track record of growing participation and income Confidence using CRM systems and fundraising data to track performance If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to or contact us and quote the reference 2952AJ. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Salary: £31,000 - £36,500 Contract: Permanent Location: Hybrid (1 day pcm in Peterborough) Closing date: applications reviewed on a rolling basis, apply early to avoid disappointment Benefits: Flexible working policies, free gym membership at Peterborough office, life assurance We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer to join a UK-wide health charity dedicated to improving the lives of people and families affected by a serious, life limiting lung condition. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, this role sits within an ambitious and growing fundraising team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced challenge or mass participation fundraiser who is motivated by growth, creativity and supporter experience. You will play a leading role in expanding the charity s challenge events portfolio at a pivotal time, contributing to a new five year strategy that places income growth, inclusion and long term supporter engagement at its heart. As part of this exciting role, you will lead the delivery and growth of third party and mass participation challenge events, managing the full supporter journey from recruitment through to stewardship and re-engagement. You will use insight and data to monitor performance, improve ROI and refine future activity, this is a great opportunity to develop your skillset. To be successful as the Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer you will need: Proven experience in third party or mass participation challenge fundraising A strong track record of growing participation and income Confidence using CRM systems and fundraising data to track performance If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to or contact us and quote the reference 2952AJ. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Create inspiring events that bring communities together At Trinity Hospice, we provide compassionate care and support to thousands of patients and families across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre each year. Our work is made possible by the incredible support of our community, and our events play a vital role in bringing people together, raising funds and building lasting connections. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and organised Events Fundraiser to join our Fundraising and Communications Team for a two-year contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a diverse and engaging programme of events at a pivotal time for the charity, as we build towards our next large-scale art trail in 2028 following the success of Elmer s Big Parade Blackpool. In this role, you will support the development, planning and delivery of a wide range of fundraising events across the Fylde coast. You will take ownership of key events within the portfolio, managing everything from initial planning and promotion through to on-the-day delivery and post-event evaluation. Your work will ensure that every event is safe, well organised and provides an exceptional experience for participants and supporters. You will play an important role in engaging and supporting participants throughout their journey, helping them feel motivated, valued and connected to Trinity Hospice. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and communications, you will help deliver compelling campaigns that drive participation and maximise income. You will also use data and insight to monitor performance, evaluate success and identify opportunities to improve and grow the events programme. We are looking for someone with experience delivering mass participation events, who is confident managing multiple projects and working to targets. You will be highly organised, creative and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, volunteers, partners and supporters. Joining Trinity Hospice means becoming part of a supportive, collaborative team where your work has real impact. We are committed to helping our people develop and thrive, offering opportunities for learning and a range of wellbeing and staff benefits. This is more than an events role, it is an opportunity to create meaningful experiences that inspire communities and help fund compassionate care for those who need it most. To apply please send your cv, along with a covering letter detailing your relevant skills and experience for this role. Closing Date: 8pm on Sunday 24 May You may have experience of the following: Events Fundraising Officer, Community and Events Fundraiser, Events Coordinator (Fundraising), Events and Challenge Fundraiser, Mass Participation Events Officer, Fundraising Events Executive, or Community Engagement and Events Officer. REF-(Apply online only)
May 20, 2026
Full time
Create inspiring events that bring communities together At Trinity Hospice, we provide compassionate care and support to thousands of patients and families across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre each year. Our work is made possible by the incredible support of our community, and our events play a vital role in bringing people together, raising funds and building lasting connections. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and organised Events Fundraiser to join our Fundraising and Communications Team for a two-year contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a diverse and engaging programme of events at a pivotal time for the charity, as we build towards our next large-scale art trail in 2028 following the success of Elmer s Big Parade Blackpool. In this role, you will support the development, planning and delivery of a wide range of fundraising events across the Fylde coast. You will take ownership of key events within the portfolio, managing everything from initial planning and promotion through to on-the-day delivery and post-event evaluation. Your work will ensure that every event is safe, well organised and provides an exceptional experience for participants and supporters. You will play an important role in engaging and supporting participants throughout their journey, helping them feel motivated, valued and connected to Trinity Hospice. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and communications, you will help deliver compelling campaigns that drive participation and maximise income. You will also use data and insight to monitor performance, evaluate success and identify opportunities to improve and grow the events programme. We are looking for someone with experience delivering mass participation events, who is confident managing multiple projects and working to targets. You will be highly organised, creative and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, volunteers, partners and supporters. Joining Trinity Hospice means becoming part of a supportive, collaborative team where your work has real impact. We are committed to helping our people develop and thrive, offering opportunities for learning and a range of wellbeing and staff benefits. This is more than an events role, it is an opportunity to create meaningful experiences that inspire communities and help fund compassionate care for those who need it most. To apply please send your cv, along with a covering letter detailing your relevant skills and experience for this role. Closing Date: 8pm on Sunday 24 May You may have experience of the following: Events Fundraising Officer, Community and Events Fundraiser, Events Coordinator (Fundraising), Events and Challenge Fundraiser, Mass Participation Events Officer, Fundraising Events Executive, or Community Engagement and Events Officer. REF-(Apply online only)
Create inspiring events that bring communities together Our client provides compassionate care and support to thousands of patients and families across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre each year. Their work is made possible by the incredible support of their community, and their events play a vital role in bringing people together, raising funds and building lasting connections. They are now looking for an enthusiastic and organised Events Fundraiser to join their Fundraising and Communications Team for a two-year contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a diverse and engaging programme of events at a pivotal time for the charity, as they build towards their next large-scale art trail in 2028 following the success of events in Blackpool. In this role, you will support the development, planning and delivery of a wide range of fundraising events across the Fylde coast. You will take ownership of key events within the portfolio, managing everything from initial planning and promotion through to on-the-day delivery and post-event evaluation. Your work will ensure that every event is safe, well organised and provides an exceptional experience for participants and supporters. You will play an important role in engaging and supporting participants throughout their journey, helping them feel motivated, valued and connected to their organisation. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and communications, you will help deliver compelling campaigns that drive participation and maximise income. You will also use data and insight to monitor performance, evaluate success and identify opportunities to improve and grow the events programme. They are looking for someone with experience delivering mass participation events, who is confident managing multiple projects and working to targets. You will be highly organised, creative and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, volunteers, partners and supporters. Joining their organisation means becoming part of a supportive, collaborative team where your work has real impact. They are committed to helping our people develop and thrive, offering opportunities for learning and a range of wellbeing and staff benefits. This is more than an events role, it is an opportunity to create meaningful experiences that inspire communities and help fund compassionate care for those who need it most. To apply please send your cv, along with a covering letter detailing your relevant skills and experience for this role. Closing date : 8pm on Sunday 24th May You may have experience of the following: Events Fundraising Officer, Community and Events Fundraiser, Events Coordinator (Fundraising), Events and Challenge Fundraiser, Mass Participation Events Officer, Fundraising Events Executive, or Community Engagement and Events Officer. REF-
May 19, 2026
Full time
Create inspiring events that bring communities together Our client provides compassionate care and support to thousands of patients and families across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre each year. Their work is made possible by the incredible support of their community, and their events play a vital role in bringing people together, raising funds and building lasting connections. They are now looking for an enthusiastic and organised Events Fundraiser to join their Fundraising and Communications Team for a two-year contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a diverse and engaging programme of events at a pivotal time for the charity, as they build towards their next large-scale art trail in 2028 following the success of events in Blackpool. In this role, you will support the development, planning and delivery of a wide range of fundraising events across the Fylde coast. You will take ownership of key events within the portfolio, managing everything from initial planning and promotion through to on-the-day delivery and post-event evaluation. Your work will ensure that every event is safe, well organised and provides an exceptional experience for participants and supporters. You will play an important role in engaging and supporting participants throughout their journey, helping them feel motivated, valued and connected to their organisation. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and communications, you will help deliver compelling campaigns that drive participation and maximise income. You will also use data and insight to monitor performance, evaluate success and identify opportunities to improve and grow the events programme. They are looking for someone with experience delivering mass participation events, who is confident managing multiple projects and working to targets. You will be highly organised, creative and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, volunteers, partners and supporters. Joining their organisation means becoming part of a supportive, collaborative team where your work has real impact. They are committed to helping our people develop and thrive, offering opportunities for learning and a range of wellbeing and staff benefits. This is more than an events role, it is an opportunity to create meaningful experiences that inspire communities and help fund compassionate care for those who need it most. To apply please send your cv, along with a covering letter detailing your relevant skills and experience for this role. Closing date : 8pm on Sunday 24th May You may have experience of the following: Events Fundraising Officer, Community and Events Fundraiser, Events Coordinator (Fundraising), Events and Challenge Fundraiser, Mass Participation Events Officer, Fundraising Events Executive, or Community Engagement and Events Officer. REF-
Mass Participation and Events Fundraising Lead We are seeking an experienced leader to drive forward the development and implementation of the events and mass participation fundraising strategy. Position: CE405 Mass Participation Lead Location: Home-based, UK Nationwide. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £49,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum/pro rata or outer London weighting £2,457 per annum/pro rata may be applied in accordance with where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 5 June 2026 Midnight Interview Date: 16 and 17 June 2026. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role Reporting to the Head of Regional Fundraising this is an exciting role leading an ambitious vision for this area of the team. Worth currently over £2m annually the charity is looking to grow it's income from third party and owned products and events. You will provide strategic leadership to the Mass Participation team (2 direct reports and accountability for a further 6) as well as playing an active leadership role across the Regional Fundraising Team and Mass Engagement department, contributing to the wider directorate goals and objectives. You will be an innovative thinker with the ability to review the existing programme, the wider market environment and identify opportunities for supporter acquisition, engagement, and retention. You will oversee a customer-centric approach where supporters receive an outstanding experience and feel proud of their continued contribution. Key responsibilities will include: Developing strategy for events and mass participation products New fundraising product development Strategic leadership of a geographically dispersed team, embedding a culture of high performance Setting meaningful income and expenditure budgets and being able to accurately re-forecast putting action plans in place to mitigate shortfalls. About You We are looking for someone with experience of: Delivering targets with successful outcomes. Developing strategy for events and mass participation products Project planning and problem solving. Delivering formal presentations and public speaking. Budget development, planning and forecasting and an understanding of risk, mitigation and contingency planning. Achieving annual income and expenditure targets. Recruiting, managing, motivating, developing and training staff and/or volunteers. Analysing and interpreting data. You will need a full driving licence and own vehicle (or can demonstrate that you meet the travel requirements of the role which include travelling extensively across the region/country). To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Applications Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. You will be able to view the role profile when you apply. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It's only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they're determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we're happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you're able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Mass Participation, Mass Participation Manager, Mass Participation Officer, Challenge Events, Events Lead, Fundraising Events Lead, Events Fundraiser, Events Fundraising, Regional Fundraiser, Supporter Engagement, Community Fundraiser, Participation, Individual Giving. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Mass Participation and Events Fundraising Lead We are seeking an experienced leader to drive forward the development and implementation of the events and mass participation fundraising strategy. Position: CE405 Mass Participation Lead Location: Home-based, UK Nationwide. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £49,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum/pro rata or outer London weighting £2,457 per annum/pro rata may be applied in accordance with where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 5 June 2026 Midnight Interview Date: 16 and 17 June 2026. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role Reporting to the Head of Regional Fundraising this is an exciting role leading an ambitious vision for this area of the team. Worth currently over £2m annually the charity is looking to grow it's income from third party and owned products and events. You will provide strategic leadership to the Mass Participation team (2 direct reports and accountability for a further 6) as well as playing an active leadership role across the Regional Fundraising Team and Mass Engagement department, contributing to the wider directorate goals and objectives. You will be an innovative thinker with the ability to review the existing programme, the wider market environment and identify opportunities for supporter acquisition, engagement, and retention. You will oversee a customer-centric approach where supporters receive an outstanding experience and feel proud of their continued contribution. Key responsibilities will include: Developing strategy for events and mass participation products New fundraising product development Strategic leadership of a geographically dispersed team, embedding a culture of high performance Setting meaningful income and expenditure budgets and being able to accurately re-forecast putting action plans in place to mitigate shortfalls. About You We are looking for someone with experience of: Delivering targets with successful outcomes. Developing strategy for events and mass participation products Project planning and problem solving. Delivering formal presentations and public speaking. Budget development, planning and forecasting and an understanding of risk, mitigation and contingency planning. Achieving annual income and expenditure targets. Recruiting, managing, motivating, developing and training staff and/or volunteers. Analysing and interpreting data. You will need a full driving licence and own vehicle (or can demonstrate that you meet the travel requirements of the role which include travelling extensively across the region/country). To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Applications Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. You will be able to view the role profile when you apply. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It's only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they're determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we're happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you're able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Mass Participation, Mass Participation Manager, Mass Participation Officer, Challenge Events, Events Lead, Fundraising Events Lead, Events Fundraiser, Events Fundraising, Regional Fundraiser, Supporter Engagement, Community Fundraiser, Participation, Individual Giving. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
