Interim Events Lead

TN United Kingdom; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Events Lead to join their dynamic Fundraising & Events team. This pivotal role involves orchestrating impactful events that engage thousands and raise significant funds for the community. If you possess a passion for event management, exceptional communication skills, and a creative mindset, this is your chance to make a difference. Join a mission-driven organization that values excellence and inclusivity, and play a key role in delivering memorable experiences that truly change lives. Your creativity and coordination will shine as you lead a busy events calendar, supporting vital community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven event management experience with multiple projects.
• Strong administrative skills and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of fundraising events.
• Coordinate marketing and communications for events.

Skills

Event Management

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Budget Management

Creative Thinking

Education

Experience in Fundraising or Events

Tools

Databases

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Are you a natural organiser with a passion for delivering high-quality events that make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and want to play a vital role in supporting thousands of individuals across the Jewish community?

At Jewish Care, we’re seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Events Lead to join our talented Fundraising & Events team. You’ll be at the heart of a busy events calendar, helping to raise over £1.6 million annually through 30+ inspiring events that engage more than 10,000 supporters.

This is your opportunity to use your creativity, coordination skills, and relationship-building abilities to lead and deliver some of our most impactful and memorable events.

This post is working Monday to Friday on a full time contract and is fixed term for 18 months.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the planning, administration and smooth delivery of key fundraising events from start to finish.
• Support event committees and chairs—many of whom are among our most loyal and passionate supporters.
• Coordinate marketing materials, communications, and event branding in collaboration with internal teams.
• Ensure event budgets are carefully managed, and income targets are met.
• Handle post-event follow-up and donation collection to maximise fundraising success.
• Pitch in across the Events team to support on larger projects and flagship events.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven event management experience, juggling multiple projects with confidence.
• Excellent communication skills and a natural ability to build relationships—especially with senior volunteers.
• A creative thinker who’s hands-on, detail-oriented and ready to take the lead.
• Strong administrative skills, including working with databases and managing budgets.
• A flexible team player willing to attend events outside normal working hours.
• A positive, can-do attitude with a genuine commitment to our values and mission.
• Knowledge of fundraising or corporate events in a charity or income-generating context.
• Familiarity with the Jewish community, particularly in London and the South East.
• Experience managing budgets and working within a confidential or sensitive environment.

Ready to take centre stage and lead meaningful events that truly change lives? Apply now and be part of something special.

Jewish Care is the largest provider of health and social care services for the Jewish community in the UK. Every week, we touch the lives of 10,000 people. We provide services to a range of people including older people, people with mental health needs and people living with dementia.

Our five values are at the heart of the way we work. They drive how we act as individuals and as an organisation and shape our culture. We value Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusivity.

Jewish Care operate a rolling recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been identified.