Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a national charity to recruit for Events and Engagement Manager in order to lead the planning and delivery of a busy calendar of high profile public facing events across England and Wales, including sector conferences, major shows, and regional engagement activities.
You'll also oversee the development and rollout of a new Ambassador programme, as well as the deployment of volunteers to ensure consistent and values led representation at events.
Managing a small, high performing team, you ll be instrumental in strengthening the organisation s visibility, reach and relationships across a wide range of audiences. This role requires a blend of strategic oversight and hands on delivery, with plenty of variety, autonomy, and scope to make a difference.
As Events and Engagement Manager. you will:
* Develop and implement a national events strategy that reflects organisational priorities.
* Create and manage a comprehensive events calendar across regional and national platforms.
* Work closely with internal teams to ensure alignment with strategic goals and brand identity.
* Lead the design and national rollout of a new Ambassador programme.
* Oversee logistics and delivery for flagship events, including agricultural shows, outreach events, and ambassador engagements.
* Manage end-to-end planning: stand design, staffing, promotional materials, risk management, accessibility, and evaluation.
* Line manage two Events & Marketing Coordinators, supporting performance, development, and effective delegation.
* Foster a collaborative team environment with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
* Liaise with Communications, Fundraising, External Affairs and Volunteering teams to ensure event activity supports broader engagement goals.
* Support content development for print, digital and social media channels, working with the Communications team.
* Identify and share compelling stories and insights arising from events.
* Manage budgets and track event expenditure.
Required experience:
* Experience in events management, including a strategic leadership role.
* Proven track record of delivering high profile, public facing events (e.g. exhibitions, trade shows, outreach campaigns).
* Line management experience, including oversight of volunteers and ambassadors.
* Excellent project management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
* Skilled communicator and relationship builder.
* Understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory requirements.
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
* Proficiency in Welsh (spoken and/or written).
* Familiarity with CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics).
* Basic design/marketing experience (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud).
Salary: £38,000- £40,000 per annum
Location: Minimum three days per week in Oxford
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: on rolling basis
Interview: TBC
Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
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