Challenge and Virtual Events Manager (23095)

Make a Real Difference in a Child’s Life

At Barnardo’s, we believe in children – no matter who they are or what they’ve been through. We work to build stronger families, safer childhoods, and positive futures.

As the Challenge Events Manager, you’ll play a vital role in implementing and delivering Barnardo’s established Challenge Events programme, with a focus on growing our income and deepening our relationships with supporters to build lifetime connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of Barnardo’s Challenge Events programme to deliver and grow agreed income targets.
• Managing 2 Events Fundraising Officers and, with the support of the Senior Event Manager, managing a budget of approximately £500k, with an income target of £1 million.
• Collaborating across the Fundraising and Marketing team and across departments to integrate Challenge Events into our communications and supporter journeys.
• Working closely with colleagues within our Relationship Fundraising team to deliver bespoke opportunities to add value to corporate partnerships.
• Managing relationships with internal teams, external agencies and event partners to deliver high‑quality events, acquisition campaigns and supporter experiences.
• Monitoring trends in the Challenge Events landscape and using data and insights to inform growth plans and innovation.
• Championing Challenge Events across the charity, building awareness and engagement internally.

Required Qualifications

• Proven events experience working across a portfolio of third‑party and bespoke Challenge Events.
• Strong planning skills, with a track record of delivering and exceeding targets, and utilising KPIs to measure and improve effectiveness.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships to achieve mutual goals.
• Experience reviewing budgets and working with external agencies and suppliers.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to leadership and team development.
• Passion for Barnardo’s mission and a commitment to delivering exceptional supporter experiences.

What You’ll Get in Return

• 25 days annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidays
• Access to the Barnardo’s pension scheme
• Flexible working and hybrid/remote options
• Wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular supervision and career development opportunities
• The chance to make a lasting difference in children’s lives

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