Events Officer

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and dynamic individual to join the Marketing, Communications, Fundraising and Partnerships team. This is a new role, which will see the candidate support aspects of the development of the fundraising programme, with particular focus on leading and supporting fundraising events. We would expect the successful candidate to be able to take ownership of a number of supporter-led fundraising events, as well as working with the Fundraising & Campaigns Manager and Head of Business Development and Partnerships to develop an exceptional stewardship process for donors.

What will you be doing?

You will assist in the delivery of Saints Foundation's fundraising events calendar, playing an active role in sales, administration and in-event duties as set out by the event lead. Coordinate and manage identified public and corporate partner fundraising events from planning through to execution and evaluation.

The role will involve managing our online giving platforms, to include regular communications with donors, downloading financial reports and keeping public facing areas of the platforms updated. Identify opportunities for generating funds nationally from other fundraising schemes including online campaigns and initiatives, developing and implementing campaigns and providing post campaign analysis.

Lead on excellent stewardship of our individual supporters and fundraising event attendees, ensuring they feel motivated and valued. Act as a point of contact for fundraisers and supporters, ensuring that we deliver first class service and stewardship, and that they feel valued and heard on their fundraising journey with us.

What are we looking for?

We look for people with integrity, compassion and support for those around them; people who take pride in what they do with an honest approach, who embrace a challenge while also being accountable for their decisions; people who have the energy and passion to bring an innovative approach to their role and strive to be different from the rest; people with the aspiration to lead the way and become an example to others.

Experience within event coordination and administration.

Outstanding organisation skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Good communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people from a range of backgrounds.

Proactive, dynamic, adaptable, with strong time management skills.

A real team player, who is a self-starter and problem solver.

A passion for our cause and a connection to the experiences of our beneficiaries and the community, with the ability to connect this to income generation.

Saints Foundation is an independent charity aligned to Southampton Football Club. Harnessing the passion of the Club and its fans, we aim to inspire, support and deliver positive change and equality of opportunity for young people and adults at risk across Southampton and surrounding areas.

If you are successful, you can look forward to a healthy benefits package;

Access to x2 free match tickets for every home league game.

Access to our staff Health & Wellbeing initiatives (Mental & Physical Health).

Discounted Southampton Football Club merchandise.

25 days' holiday per year excluding bank holidays plus your birthday off each year.

Contributory Pension Scheme.

Worldwide Travel Insurance for you and your family.

Learning & Development opportunities - supporting you to develop your potential and achieve in your career.

Free onsite parking.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Collaborative & inclusive working culture.