High Profile Events Executive

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Job summary

Join an inspiring team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of families facing challenging circumstances. As a High Profile Events Executive, you will play a pivotal role in planning and executing unforgettable fundraising events that support a noble cause. This position offers a unique opportunity to work flexibly in a hybrid environment, balancing time between home and various sites in Scotland. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive culture, you will be empowered to innovate and contribute to meaningful experiences that resonate with supporters. If you're passionate about making a real impact and have the skills to deliver exceptional events, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Professional Development

Comprehensive Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Competitive Pension

Blue Light Discounts

Health and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience in large scale fundraising events is essential.
• Strong planning and organizing skills for effective event management.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-profile fundraising events across Scotland.
• Manage budgets and ensure financial accuracy for events.
• Work collaboratively with a talented team to achieve fundraising goals.

Skills

Event Project Management

Fundraising Experience

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Innovative Thinking

Tools

Databases

Job description

High Profile Events Executive

Location: Based in any CHAS site - our teams work flexibly and in a hybrid manner with time split between at home and onsite in Edinburgh, Glasgow and our hospices in Kinross and Balloch.

Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Closing Date: Sunday 08 December 2024

CHAS are looking for a High Profile Events Executive to plan and deliver show-stopping events that make a real difference!

Our High Profile Events team will support our "It's Not Just a Hospice" appeal and will play a critical role in CHAS's mission to provide unwavering care to children who may die young and their families.

CHAS' high-profile events team designs inspiring, unforgettable experiences across Scotland, including our glittering Fawkes-y Ladies Lunch, the annual Rocking Horse Ball, and winter wonderland events in Aberdeen, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.

Joining our newly integrated Partnerships and High Profile Events Team, you will work with a talented and experienced team of professionals who are committed to raising a significant income for CHAS by providing exceptional experiences and stewardship for our supporters and partners.

Your Role at CHAS

As part of our award-winning Income Generation and Engagement Directorate, the High Profile Events Executive will sit within the Partnership and Philanthropy team. You will report to the High Profile Events Manager and project manage our profile of CHAS high profile events to generate income towards supporting children and families across Scotland.

This role will contribute to CHAS's strategic vision, which includes a fundraising goal of £75 million (including £16.3 million from the major appeal) over the next five years to sustain CHAS's life-changing work and fund key projects like the Rachel House redevelopment.

About You

To excel in this role, you'll bring:

1. Experience of working on large scale fundraising events
2. Planning and organising skills required for effective event project management
3. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to deal with staff, volunteers, suppliers and general public in an appropriate and effective manner
4. High level of accuracy and numeracy skills as role requires regular cash handling and managing budgets
5. Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Office and databases.
6. Innovative, commercially minded approach.
7. Passion for CHAS' mission: A commitment to making a tangible difference for families facing a child's life-limiting condition.

Why Join CHAS?

At CHAS, we're committed to making sure that no one has to face the death of their child alone. We provide unwavering care through a unique model that spans hospices, hospitals, and homes, providing comfort, choice, and dignity to children who may die young and their families.

Working with CHAS means making an extraordinary impact every day in a supportive, collaborative environment. Here's what we offer:

1. Flexible Working: Embrace hybrid options with time split between home and onsite in any of our sites in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Kinross or Balloch, with family-friendly working arrangements.
2. Professional Development: Exposure to a range of fundraising activities and continuous learning opportunities.
3. Supportive Culture: Work alongside a high-performing, award-winning team dedicated to achieving ambitious goals through innovation and partnership.
4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, a competitive pension, incremental salary progression, Blue Light discounts, and extensive health and wellbeing support.

What if you don't meet all the job requirements?

At CHAS we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported, and valued. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, recognising that everyone's journey is unique. We believe in the power of transferable skills, so if you don't have the exact qualifications or background listed but believe your experience and skills are a great fit, we encourage you to apply. Feel free to reach out to Iain or our team for a chat to explore how you could be a great addition to our team.

Interested in Joining Us?

If you're ready to take on this exciting role, we'd love to hear from you! Click apply, to answer a few questions and upload a CV or complete our full application form.

For an informal discussion about the position, please reach out to our Director of Income Generation and Engagement, Iain McAndrew, at .

Our HR team is also available for recruitment-related queries at 0131 444 3293 or .

Application Deadline: Sunday 8 December 2024 (11:59pm)

Interview Date: Preliminarily scheduled for Wednesday 18 December 2024

This role is subject to a PVG/Basic Disclosure check (level required will depend on base location).