Events Executive (Maternity Cover)

Naomi House & Jacksplace; Egypt; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's hospice charity in the UK is seeking an Events Executive for maternity cover. The role involves planning and delivering a variety of fundraising events to support families in need. Candidates should be highly organized, creative, and passionate about making an impact. This fixed-term position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, including flexible working options and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

28 days holiday FTE

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Thrives on variety and able to juggle multiple projects.
• Passionate about events and fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivering a diverse portfolio of events.
• Empower participants on their fundraising journey.
• Collaborate with the Events Team Leader while managing own events.

Skills

Highly organized

Creativity

People skills

Project management

Job description

Events Executive (Maternity Cover)

Application Deadline: 17 December 2025

Department: Fundraising

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Sutton Scotney

Compensation: £26,000 - £27,500 / year

Description

Join Us on Our Mission to Reach More and Do More!

Naomi House & Jacksplace provide expert care to children, young adults & families from across central southern England. We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Events Executive (Maternity Cover) to help us make an even bigger impact.

Why This Role Matters

We have a varied portfolio of fundraising events each year, and every event you would deliver will help raise vital funds for families who need us most. From a Marathon Walk and Santa Fun Run to a Comedy Night and Sunrise Walk, you’ll be at the heart of creating experiences that inspire and connect.

What You’ll Do

• Support with planning and delivering a diverse portfolio of events
• Support and empower participants on their fundraising journey, helping them hit their goals.
• Work collaboratively with the Events Team Leader while managing your own events and bringing fresh ideas to the table.

What We're Looking for: Someone who thrives on variety, loves people, is highly organised and can juggle multiple projects with creativity and precision. To find out more about this role click on the Job Description attached below.

Benefits:

• Salary: £26,000–£27,500 FTE p.a. (dependant on experience)
• Hours: 22.5–37.5 per week (to be discussed with candidates)
• Contract: Maternity Cover, Fixed Term Contract for 12 months, starting beginning of 2026.
• Availability: Some evenings and weekends when there are events

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes flexible working options, 28-days holiday FTE, plus Public Bank Holidays, group pension scheme, life assurance, HSF Health cash plan, blue light discount and opportunities for professional development and growth and working in a supportive and collaborative work environment.

For further details or an informal chat please contact Charlotte Patrick, Events Team Leader, on [e-mail] or on 01962 760060.

Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly Criminal Records Bureau) and asked to provide satisfactory references covering the last 5 years.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Naomi House & Jacksplace are an Equal Opportunities employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and strive to support candidates with additional needs during the interview process. If you require any accommodations or adjustments, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment experience.

We will be conducting rolling interviews as applications are received, so please do apply early. If you’re ready to make a real difference and bring unforgettable experiences to life, we’d love to hear from you!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date once sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.