This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK, we want to reach as many people as possible so we can improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. We are looking for people to join our network, make genuine connections, and be part of a larger team that works together to support the Parkinson’s community.
Please note; this vacancy is for a fixed term vacancy, for an approx 12 month contract.
About the role
This exciting opportunity will be supporting the Third Party Events Manager with the ongoing development of our third party running and challenge events. You’ll be forming strong relationships with our supporters and delivering event experiences from concept to completion.
This role has lots of potential for growth and development. You’ll work closely with the Events Management team to expand and develop our third party events programme, steward existing supporters and engage new audiences that aim to raise the charity’s profile and reach as well as significant income.
What you’ll do:
* Support the Third Party Events Manager to manage and develop the 3rd party events strategy and budgets, and identifying continuous improvement opportunities
* Plan, manage, deliver and develop 3rd party events in order to achieve agreed income, expenditure and audience targets
* Create and manage event budgets ensuring that income, expenditure and KPI’s are met
* Work with the Events Managers to create and develop stewardship communications across a range of channels
* Lead the strategic plan and development of the Team Parkinson’s social media platforms to create a friendly, engaging and ‘community feel’ environment
What you’ll bring:
* Experience of successfully delivering a variety of fundraising events including recruitment of participants and volunteers
* Experience of drawing up budgets and managing income (min £350,000) and expenditure (min £85,000)
* Understanding of data and insight that is needed to test, optimise and evaluate the running events portfolio
* Excellent communication and written skills
* Experience of project management including liaising with and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders.
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK, and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Interviews for this role will be held from 11 February 2026, in person at our London office
The successful candidate will be required to:
* attend the UK London office, Victoria 3 days per week
* provide their own broadband service with a minimum download speed of 2Mb
* have a confidential space in which to work
* Be able to attend fundraising events across the UK, with occasional overnight stays
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.