Events Manager

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As Events Manager , youll work within our Events & Advocacy team to build long-lasting, meaningful relationships with ambassadors, event organisers, and partners. Youll take ownership of high-impact events, ensuring every detail reflects world-class excellence and aligns with our mission. From strategic planning to hands-on delivery, your work will help inspire thousands to take action and join us in changing lives.

Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver high-impact events that champion Compassions mission. Build and nurture relationships with event organisers, ambassadors, and partners. Speak at events and inspire audiences to join the fight against poverty. Collaborate with teams across Compassion UK to ensure excellence in every detail.

The ideal candidate will bring the following skills, competencies and experience to thrive in this role: A confident communicator and public speaker with a heart for ministry. Proven experience in event management and relationship building. A proactive, creative thinker who thrives under pressure and loves teamwork. Personally committed to the Christian faith. Theres an occupational requirement for the holder of this role to be a practising Christian, in order to promote Compassions ethos and help others to experience, explore and express the faith-based motivation of our work. You can read more about this in ourPolicy on Posts to be Held by Christians.

?Location, hours and benefits ??

Home-based role with extensive travel to various events across the UK, work weekends and evening work. Time off in lieu will be provided.

?? Hours

35 hours per week over a flexible working pattern

Key dates

Apply by 10 am on 1 February 2026 Interviews are expected to be held on February 11 and 12.

Please note that interviews will be held in-person at Compassion House, Barley Way, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8UE

??How to apply

Carefully read the instructions on the application form. 1. Upload an updated and current CV 2. Cover letter/personal summary - Your cover letter is your opportunity to show us why youre the right fit for the Events Manager role. Please keep it focused and no longer than 300 words . 3. A short video (further details in the application) ??

Assessment Tasks

As part of our recruitment process, you may be asked to complete an assessment task.

If you progress beyond the shortlisting stage, well provide details of the task, which may be completed either ahead of your interview or on the day itself. This helps our panel gain a fuller understanding of your approach and suitability for the role.

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