Rainbows provides expert end‑of‑life and palliative care for babies, children and young people at our hospice, at home or in hospital – supporting families across Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Last year we supported around 1,000 babies, children and young people, and approximately 3,000 family members, including families, siblings and carers, across. Simply put, we’re here to brighten short lives and support families wherever they are.
About the role
As our Events Coordinator, you will support the Senior Events Officer in delivering fundraising and awareness‑raising events. You will help coordinate our established programme of events, including the Derby Cathedral Abseil, Santa Run and Skydive, while also contributing to the development of new opportunities and experiences for supporters. These events are designed to maximise income, participation and engagement, helping Rainbows provide vital support to babies, children, young people and their families.
Key Responsibilities
- Event Organisation: Assist the Senior Events Officer in the planning and execution of a range of events to meet or exceed income and engagement targets, while carefully managing expenditure to achieve return on investment (ROI) targets.
- Supporter Experience Management: Coordinate and deliver engaging supporter journeys for event participants, ensuring they receive timely information, feel supported throughout their fundraising journey, and have a positive experience from registration to event day.
- Financial and KPI Management: Maintain accurate financial, participant and key performance indicator (KPI) records for events, ensuring supporter information is recorded and managed effectively. Support the Senior Events Officer in monitoring event performance and producing detailed reports as required.
- Cross‑department and Third‑Party Collaboration: Contribute to the delivery of Rainbows‑hosted and third‑party events, coordinating with suppliers, colleagues and volunteers to ensure income is maximised, expenses are minimised and budgets are met.
- Marketing and Promotion Support: Assist in promoting events by collaborating with the Marketing, Corporate and Community Fundraising teams to achieve participation targets.
- Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive event risk assessments and implement plans to mitigate and manage identified risks, escalating concerns to the Senior Events Officer when necessary.
About You
- Experience in planning and organising events.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities to meet objectives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and using a CRM database.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Exceptional attention to detail and administrative expertise.
- A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region as needed.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
Working Hours and Location
This is a full‑time role (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday) based at our hospice in Lark Rise, Loughborough. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required to support events.
Our Benefits include:
- Free onsite parking at the hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough.
- Eligibility to join the Blue Light Card discount scheme and company shop.
- Healthcare cashback plan.
- Life assurance.
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Contributory pension scheme or salary sacrifice pension scheme.
- Affordable meals at the hospice.
- Free tea, coffee and fruit whilst at the hospice.
- Free access to our employee assistance programme.
- Well‑being support and access to mental health first aiders.
Background and DBS
This role is subject to a Standard DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and pre‑employment checks.
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