ROLE CONTEXT
* Leatherhead, Surrey with flexible working
* 37.5h (full time)
The QEF Engagement and Partnerships team is based at Leatherhead Court. The team raises money to support all QEF services and the activities of the family of charities through various channels, including individual giving campaigns, events, community and corporate support, and major gifts.
As a Manager within the Engagement and Partnerships team, the Events, Community and Partnerships Manager will be responsible for generating income from events, community activities, and corporate fundraising. You will take a strategic approach to developing and managing these three fundraising areas, with support from your Assistant Director.
You will lead the team to successfully deliver income targets and KPIs in each area.
Working closely with senior executives and your Assistant Director, you will develop strategies and budgets for each financial year. You will monitor team performance through KPI updates, RAG status, and narratives for management accounts.
You should be proactive, dynamic, and enthusiastic, with experience in organizing high-profile events and developing income streams. The role requires juggling multiple projects and a passion for creating unique and engaging fundraising initiatives.
You will manage the Senior Special Events Executive and the Senior Events, Community and Partnerships Executive to ensure the successful delivery of QEF’s annual special events, challenge events, and community programs, including Gala Dinner, Celebration of British Wines, Guinness and Oysters (Mansion House), The London Marathon, Asics 10km, and more.
Currently, you will oversee corporate relationships and income, which will transition to a Corporate Executive later in the restructure.
JOB PURPOSE
To lead the Events, Community and Partnerships team (including Special Events), develop new opportunities, and align with QEF’s vision and strategy.
The Manager is responsible for planning and managing fundraising events, developing community infrastructure, and engaging local companies to raise QEF’s profile and increase income.
You will work with the Assistant Director to develop and implement the strategy to meet income targets.
ABOUT YOU
* You are passionate about your work.
* You are inspired by our Values and Behaviours.
* You have a flexible approach, effective communication, good listening, and organizational skills.
* You possess personal energy and initiative to develop this role.
BENEFITS
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Pension and Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
* Westfield Healthcare Cash back scheme and shopping discounts
* Free on-site parking
* Blue Light Card
* Training opportunities for career development
BEING PART OF QEF MEANS
* Participating in learning, development, and feedback opportunities
* Promoting QEF’s Equal Opportunities policy
* Being an active team player
* Representing QEF’s Values and Behaviours
* Everyone Matters
* Everyone Works Together
* Everyone Makes a Difference
DISABILITY CONFIDENT EMPLOYER
* QEF is proud to be an equal opportunities employer
* We guarantee to interview all applicants who meet the criteria and consider each on their ability to do the job
* Please contact HR for reasonable adjustments during the application process via our website
If interested in joining Team QEF, please APPLY NOW!
Closing date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
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