Special Events Coordinator

Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity; London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking an Event Coordinator to join their dynamic Special Events team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile events, from gala dinners to sporting occasions, all aimed at raising funds and awareness for a vital cause. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing exceptional organizational skills and a passion for event management. With a hybrid working policy and a supportive team atmosphere, this position is perfect for someone eager to advance their career in the charity sector.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Health and wellbeing schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in events within a commercial environment is essential.
• Strong administration and communication skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistical support for luxury events.
• Manage guest lists and source auction prizes.

Skills

Event Coordination

Administration

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Copywriting

Resilience

Job description

Application Deadline: 22 May 2025

Department: Fundraising

Location: Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity

Compensation: £32,066 / year

Description

Do you have previous experience working in events and want to propel your career to the next level?

Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity are hiring for an Event Coordinator to join their Special Events team.

This is the ideal opportunity for someone who wants to develop their career within special events and is looking for a fast-paced role.

Salary


The salary for this position is £32,066 per annum and we operate a hybrid working policy of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

In line with our EDI strategy and Total Reward policy, we calculate our salaries based on benchmarking data across the charity sector. To ensure fairness for existing staff and new joiners, we do not offer salaries above the advertised rate.

Key Responsibilities

As an Event Coordinator, you will provide logistical and functional support to the team, to ensure the delivery of all their luxury events. These range from black tie gala dinners to fashion and sporting events at some of London’s most prestigious venues.

This is a hugely varied role where you will be involved with:

• Administration for our special events.
• Auction prize sourcing.
• Guest list management
• Copywriting for even matters
• Communicating with high value supporters.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous experience working in an events role in a commercial environment.
• Exceptional administration experience with the ability to work at pace, with high attention to detail.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Copywriting skills.
• Highly resilient with the ability to manage changing priorities.

Prior experience within the charity sector is beneficial for this position, but not essential.

About the team

The Special Events team manages a comprehensive and diverse programme of 20-30 high-end events per year to raise funds, raise awareness and support the work of the hospital. The team produce many of the charity flagship events, such as black-tie gala dinners at the Natural History Museum and our annual Christmas Carol Concert, with the events raising between £100,000 to £1 million. In addition, the Special Events team works on a range of enrichment events for the patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital, like the annual Christmas parties. The team holds relationships with a large external supporter base of high-value volunteers and committees who are pivotal to the success of the events. The team also act as an event agency for the rest of the charity, working with colleagues to deliver their event needs such as drinks receptions and stewardship events.

How to apply
Please click on the apply button in the top right hand corner where you will be taken to a short application form to complete.

Closing Date: 22nd May 2025



Benefits

• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• A flexible approach to working arrangements.
• Access to our enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to various health and wellbeing schemes, including the employee assistance programme.