Overview

Panoramic Associates is currently working with a charity client to appoint a Special Events Manager on a fixed-term maternity cover.

Job role

Special Events Manager - Maternity Cover

Location: London / Hybrid (Flexible)

Contract length: 12 months (Maternity Cover, likely extension TBC)

Salary: £34,420 per annum (pro-rata for 22.5 hours)

Hours / Working pattern: Part-time, 22.5 hours/week over 3-5 days

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of donor-focused events, including cultivation, stewardship, and campaign briefings.
• Oversee all aspects of event administration, guest communications, and post-event follow-up.
• Line-manage and mentor the Special Events Coordinator, ensuring operational excellence.
• Collaborate with fundraising, communications, and operations teams to maximise donor engagement.

To be successful in the role you will have

• Experience delivering events in the charity or not-for-profit sector, ideally supporting major donors.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with high-value donors.
• Familiarity with fundraising databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred) and event management tools.

Next steps

This assignment is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover with a salary of £34,420 per annum pro-rata for 22.5 hours/week. The role offers hybrid working with 2 days in the office each week (1 day if working 3 days).

Interviews will be taking place in the next few weeks; if you are interested in knowing more, apply today or contact Jake Douglass @ Panoramic Associates.