Events and Engagement Manager

Lord's Taverners

The Lord's Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond.

We are now seeking an experienced, proactive and creative Events and Engagement Manager to join our Fundraising and Communications Directorate. Working within the Philanthropy and Engagement Events team, you will be responsible for a programme of fundraising, stewardship and engagement events that raise significant income while deepening relationships with supporters, members, volunteers and partners.

As we look to reach new audiences and diversify our event offering, you'll work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Engagement Events to shape the future of our portfolio, developing innovative experiences that inspire support for our mission whilst also delivering established and respected events.

The Role

This is a varied and highly visible role that combines event delivery, fundraising, relationship management and team leadership. You will manage a portfolio of fundraising, stewardship and sporting events, including golf days, cricket events, supporter receptions and flagship fundraising occasions, overseeing activity from concept and planning through to delivery and evaluation.

Alongside delivering exceptional events, you will work with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and membership teams to maximise income, strengthen supporter engagement and identify opportunities to develop new events that support the charity's ambitious growth plans.

You will also line manage the Engagement Events Executive and help drive continuous improvement across the events programme.

Most importantly, you will help ensure that every event demonstrates the impact of the Lord's Taverners' work and inspires greater support for young people facing the challenges of inequality

About You

You are a confident and highly organised events professional with experience delivering successful fundraising, stewardship or engagement events.

You are equally comfortable managing complex event logistics, building relationships with senior stakeholders and identifying new opportunities to enhance income and supporter experiences. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy juggling multiple priorities and are motivated by delivering excellent results in a collaborative team setting.

You will bring:

• Demonstrable experience managing and delivering fundraising, stewardship or engagement events from concept through to evaluation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience of sporting events, ideally including golf days, cricket events or similar fundraising activities.
• Experience managing event budgets and contributing to fundraising income targets.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage supporters, sponsors, volunteers, suppliers and senior individuals.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams.
• Excellent people management experience, with the ability to support, coach and develop others.
• Experience using CRM systems and maintaining accurate supporter records.
• A positive, proactive and solutions-focused mindset.

At Lord's Taverners, sport is a means to an end. We are looking for people who share our belief in sport's power to change lives, and who are motivated by impact, inclusion and opportunity for young people.

Above all, you will be motivated by our mission and aligned with our values: We Include, We Inspire, We Empower.

Safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need to disclose youth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions.

As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Five additional days between Christmas and New Year
• 6% pension contribution
• Group income protection
• Critical illness cover
• Life assurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Two volunteering days
• Birthday day off
• Season ticket loan
• Flexible working
• Wellbeing plan

Application Instructions

As part of your application, please submit:

• Your CV, and
• A written response (maximum 500 words) to the following question:

Tell us about a fundraising or engagement event that you have personally led from planning through to delivery. What were the objectives, what was your role, how did you overcome any challenges, and what outcomes did the event achieve in terms of income, stakeholder engagement and/or supporter experience?

We will not accept applications that do not complete this task. Please upload your written response where the application form asks for a cover note.

Key Dates

Applications open: Wednesday 4th November

Application deadline: Wednesday 25th November

Please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive exceptional applications. Should this occur, all applicants will be notified.

Interviews scheduled:

First Stage: Monday 30th November and Tuesday 1st December

Second Stage: Wednesday 9th December

Interview Process

First Stage (Online)

The first stage will take place online and will last 45 minutes in total. The session will include:

• 5-minute discussion about your previous experience and interest in the role
• 30-minute interview featuring 6 questions
• 10-minute opportunity to ask questions about the role and/or our organisation

Second Stage (In-Person)

Shortlisted candidates who progress to second stage will be invited to an in-person interview at our London headquarters.

For this interview, candidates will be asked to prepare a 15-minute presentation.

This will be followed by a 45-minute interview comprising

• Discussion on presentation
• Competency based questions
• Another opportunity to ask questions about the role and/or our organisation

Accessibility

We want every candidate to feel comfortable and able to perform at their best. If you require any adjustments or support to take part in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.