Overview
Charity Community Events Manager (Part-Time)
Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Hours: Part-time 20 hours per week worked over a minimum of 4 days
Contract: 12-month fixed term (with potential to extend, subject to funding)
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum pro rata depending on experience
Purpose of the Role
Are you a natural organiser with a passion for bringing people together and creating events that make a difference? We’re looking for a proactive, hands-on Events Manager to design and deliver a growing programme of events and training that strengthens, celebrates, and connects the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a vibrant events portfolio – from community workshops to major conferences – and help shape an offer that will raise the profile of local organisations, build skills and networks, and create lasting impact.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain an annual calendar of events and training in collaboration with colleagues and partners.
* Plan, coordinate and deliver high-quality events (online, in-person and hybrid) including workshops, conferences, training sessions, and forums.
* Manage logistics including budgeting, venues, suppliers, technology, accessibility, and materials.
* Support the development of marketing and communications for each event, including promotion, registration management, and post-event follow-up.
* Take a practical, on-the-ground approach to event promotion and delivery – including attending site visits, completing risk assessments, supporting venue setup and takedown, and engaging directly with the community (e.g. distributing flyers, meeting local partners, troubleshooting on the day).
* Strategic and Collaborative Working
* Work closely with programme leads and occasionally external partners to align events with organisational priorities and local sector needs.
* Build relationships with trainers, speakers, facilitators, and stakeholders to enhance the quality and reach of events.
* Ensure all events are inclusive, accessible, and representative of the communities we serve. The ability to work on tight budgets, within a small team, to produce inspiration and innovative events are essential.
* Income Generation and Support
* Proactively seek and secure in-kind support such as free venues, refreshments, and volunteer contributions.
* Develop a sponsorship offer for relevant events and secure funding or contributions from partners.
* Track and report on cost savings and income generated through external support.
* Monitoring and Evaluation
* Gather and analyse participant and staff feedback and event impact data.
* Provide reports to senior management and board on event performance, including attendance, reach, satisfaction, and value for money.
* Contribute to funding reports or evaluation work as required.
Person Specification
* Proven experience planning and delivering community events or training.
* Strong organisational and project management skills.
* Confident communicator and relationship builder.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
* Commitment to equity, diversity, and social impact.
* Experience working in or with the VCFSE sector.
* Knowledge of accessible, inclusive and budget-conscious event design.
* Experience securing sponsorship or in-kind support.
* Experience using event platforms (e.g. Eventbrite, Zoom, MS Teams).
* Familiarity with community development or capacity-building work.
Closing
Closing Date: 11.59pm Friday 10th October 2025
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