Challenge Events Officer

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.

Challenge 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 yea (including bank holidays), pro rata for part-time staff-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.

• Parking - No need to play musical chairs with parking spots we've got free parking just for you!

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 Challenge Events Officer, you will be responsible for recruiting and supporting participants in a variety of fundraising events from marathons to skydives to raise vital funds for disabled children and young people. You ll manage multiple events, deliver excellent supporter care, and build lasting relationships to encourage long-term engagement with Challengers.

Using your skills in marketing, social media, and event planning, you'll drive participation and help meet ambitious income targets. Working closely with the Community & Events Manager, you will support both third-party and bespoke events, contribute to strategy development, and ensure every experience aligns with Challengers values. Evening and weekend work may be required as part of this dynamic, rewarding 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

Application closing date: Mon 5th May

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