Challenge Events Lead: Fundraising & Partnerships

The Blue Cross; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An animal welfare charity seeks a passionate Challenge Events Officer to drive third-party fundraising events in the UK. You'll manage the London Marathon and inspire participants through creativity and effective marketing strategies. The ideal candidate has proven fundraising experience, strong project management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This permanent full-time position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits, including generous holidays and wellbeing support. If you're ready to make a difference, apply by 21 January 2026.

Benefits

38 days holiday rising to 43

Health cash plan

Pension scheme with enhanced contribution

Professional fees paid for CPD

Recognition scheme

Annual volunteer days

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in challenge event fundraising.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead on and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of third-party challenge events.
• Develop and execute creative marketing plans.
• Deliver and manage income and expenditure budgets.
• Review current processes to improve ROI.
• Research and benchmark activity against the charity sector.

Skills

Challenge event fundraising

Budget management

Creative marketing plans

Strong communication

Project management

Education

Full driving licence

Tools

MS Office Suite

Fundraising databases (D365)

Job description

An animal welfare charity seeks a passionate Challenge Events Officer to drive third-party fundraising events in the UK. You'll manage the London Marathon and inspire participants through creativity and effective marketing strategies. The ideal candidate has proven fundraising experience, strong project management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This permanent full-time position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits, including generous holidays and wellbeing support. If you're ready to make a difference, apply by 21 January 2026.