Events Officer

Challengers; Guildford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Challengers is seeking a passionate Events Officer to join their fundraising team. This part-time role involves engaging supporters for exciting Challenge Events, ensuring a smooth fundraising journey. Ideal candidates will have experience in fundraising, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to transforming the lives of disabled children through play.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Real Work-Life Balance

Training That Grows With You

Perks That Make Life Easier

Room to Recharge

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, particularly in community and events.
• Highly organized with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Tech-savvy and confident using Microsoft Office and design tools.

Responsibilities

• Engage supporters for fundraising challenge events.
• Manage recruitment and provide excellent supporter care.
• Leverage skills in marketing and event planning to maximize participation.

Skills

Fundraising

Event management

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Design tools

Job description

We’ve recently refreshed and invested in our fundraising team,creating four fantastic new roles that reflect our bold ambitions for the future. This is an incredible opportunity to join a passionate, purpose-driven charity at a pivotal time — bringing your ideas,energy,and experience to a team that’s all about collaboration, creativity, and making a real difference.

Events Officer

Annual Salary- £24,000 - £28,500 FTE, (£14,400 - £17,100 pro rata)
Weekly Hours- 21 hours (part time)

Reporting To- Community & Events Manager
Contract Type - Permanent
Work Location- Primarily based in Guildford (GU1 1TU) with flexible work options.

BENEFITS - Why Work With Us?

• Generous Holiday Allowance – Enjoy 32 days off a year (Pro rata, including Bank Holidays), with extra days for long service. Plus, we’ll give you your birthday off after your first year – because cake should be mandatory!
• Real Work-Life Balance – We care deeply about your wellbeing and believe in supporting our teams as much as we do the children and families we serve.
• Training That Grows With You – Plus, every team member gets a personal training budget and access to a holistic learning platform to support your development.
• Perks That Make Life Easier – We’ll cover the cost of your DBS check, and you’ll get access to a NEST pension and Simply Health cash plan for everyday healthcare costs.
• Room to Recharge – After 3 years, you’ll be eligible for a career break to refresh, reflect, or do something amazing.

ABOUT US

Challengers is a charity dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled children and young people through the power of play. We provide inclusive, fun, and safe spaces across the Southeast where children aged 2–18 can make friends, enjoy new experiences, and develop vital life skills. Our unique non-exclusion policy ensures that every child, regardless of the complexity of their needs, is welcomed and supported.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

As Mass Participation Events Officer (Challenge Events Officer), you will play a key role in engaging supporters to take part in exciting fundraising Challenge Events, from the London Marathon to cycle events and adrenaline fuelled challenges like a sky-dive or abseil, raising vital funds for disabled children and young people. You will be responsible for recruiting participants, providing excellent supporter care throughout their fundraising journey, and ensuring long-term engagement with Challengers, while managing multiple projects to create a smooth, rewarding experience for all. Alongside supporting third-party events, you will leverage your skills in marketing, social media, and event planning to maximise participation and meet ambitious fundraising targets.

Please note: this role is managing and supporting our Challenge Events program (an industry standard term for all walking/running/cycling/adrenaline challenges) and supporting individual supporters who would like to take part in these events. There will be some opportunity to organise our own Challenge Events however, the management of Challengers flagship fundraising events sits within a different role.

You’ll Be Great If...

• You have experience in fundraising, particularly within community and events, and know what it takes to run successful campaigns.
• You’re highly organised with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• You can build strong relationships with a wide range of people, from volunteers to donors.
• You understand the challenges faced by disabled children, young people, and their families.
• You’re tech-savvy, confident using Microsoft Office, design tools like Canva, and open to learning new systems quickly.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job- There is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Challengers is a place where everyone can grow. We follow equal opportunities so however you identify and whatever your background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day