Compassion in World Farming International is a global movement transforming the future of food and farming. We're seeking a passionate and skilled High Value Events Manager to shape and deliver meaningful donor experiences across the UK, US and Europe, helping supporters connect with our mission to end factory farming
Job Type: Full time; Permanent
Location: Godalming, UK (hybrid working pattern 2x days in the office: Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)
About the Role:
As our High Value Events Manager, you'll help create meaningful and memorable experiences that connect supporters with our mission. Working across the UK, US, and Europe, you will develop and deliver high‑value donor events that inspire, inform, and deepen engagement with our work.
As part of this exciting role, you'll be responsible for:
Lead the Global Events Strategy: Own and develop a 12–18 month programme of high‑value donor events aligned to Philanthropy, Mid‑Level and Legacy priorities.
Deliver Exceptional Events: Plan and manage the end‑to‑end delivery of in‑person and virtual events, including receptions, exclusive briefings, behind‑the‑scenes sessions, and bespoke donor experiences.
Enhance Donor Stewardship: Create compelling event experiences that support donor cultivation and stewardship, working closely with Philanthropy and Legacy teams.
Design Creative, Mission‑Led Experiences: Use strong creative and organisational skills to bring Compassion's work to life through thoughtful, engaging event formats.
High‑Value Engagement: This role centres on high‑value donor events rather than mass‑participation fundraising, including major donor gatherings, mid‑level donor events, legacy supporter activities, and the occasional internal team away day.
Relationship Building: Build excellent working relationships with internal teams, external speakers, and partners to ensure impactful delivery.
About You:
To succeed in this role, you'll need to be a confident, creative and highly organised events professional with experience delivering high‑value donor or fundraising events in an international context. You'll bring a blend of strategic thinking, strong project management and a passion for creating memorable experiences that inspire supporters and strengthen their connection to our mission.
Skills and experience you'll need to bring as our High Value Events Manager:
High‑Value Event Expertise: A proven track record in designing, coordinating and delivering successful high‑value events, both virtual and in‑person, ideally within a fundraising, philanthropy or membership environment.
Experience Supporting Donor Engagement: Understanding of mid‑level, major donor and legacy stewardship, with the ability to create event experiences that enhance donor journeys in partnership with Philanthropy and Legacy teams.
Exceptional Organisation & Project Management: Highly organised, detail‑oriented and able to manage multiple events, timelines and stakeholders across different countries.
Strong Communication & Collaboration: Excellent relationship‑building skills, with the confidence to work closely with senior colleagues, external speakers and global teams.
Adaptability & Problem‑Solving: Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, international setting, responding creatively and calmly to changing priorities.
Technical Confidence: Competence in CRM systems (ideally Salesforce), MS Office, and digital event tools/platforms.
If you don't meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Why Should You Apply:
In this role, you'll create memorable donor experiences that genuinely contribute to ending factory farming and building a more compassionate future for animals, people and the planet.
Join our team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way:
Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays
Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan
MHFA support – 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit scheme
Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities
Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)
A defined contribution pension scheme
Enhanced discretionary company sick pay
Premium Subscription to Calm App
How to Apply & Key Dates:
If you're ready to make a global impact, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV. Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Application Information:
1st Stage (Teams) Interview
2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview
No agencies please.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we're always happy to support candidates during the recruitment process.
About Compassion:
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we've spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.
Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack and Careers Page.
To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based.
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
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