Senior Events Fundraising Officer

National Autistic Society

Hours
35 hours per week

Length of contract
2 year

About the Organisation

Since 1962, the National Autistic Society has been campaigning to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. In National Programmes we champion the rights and interests of autistic people and their families, making sure national policy and legislation to reflect their needs. We provide autism training and best practice services and want all autistic people to have access to services and support that fully meet their needs. We provide diagnostic services, training, accreditation, consultancy and conferences, designed to support all professionals and organisations.  

The Supporter Fundraising team is responsible for managing and growing all supporter-led fundraising activity, including third-party challenge events, community fundraising, and our own portfolio of fundraising events. Together, our work generates over £1 million in income each year vital funds that help the National Autistic Society achieve its mission: a society that works for autistic people.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and creative Senior Events Fundraising Officer to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about events fundraising and eager to take ownership of a diverse portfolio. You’ll play a key role in developing new fundraising events, supporting and inspiring colleagues, and delivering excellent supporter experiences that maximise income and impact.

Responsibilities

• Leading on a portfolio of owned and third-party fundraising events, including feasibility research, planning, marketing, participant recruitment, logistics, budgeting, and evaluation.
• Taking a lead role in the development of new fundraising events in collaboration with the Innovation Team, from research and proposals through to approval, delivery and evaluation.
• Providing first-class supporter care, ensuring participants feel valued and engaged, and that income and expenditure targets are met or exceeded.
• Working closely with marketing, press and PR colleagues to create and implement event promotion and communications plans, across both traditional and digital channels.
• Line managing and supporting Events Officers where appropriate, and deputising for the Events Fundraising Manager when required.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and event providers to ensure effective delivery and the best possible experience for supporters.
• Overseeing volunteer recruitment and stewardship plans to increase engagement and retention.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

• Experience in planning and delivering fundraising events, with proven ability to meet financial targets.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with confidence in working with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A creative, innovative mindset and a passion for developing new fundraising opportunities.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding supporter care and improving supporter journeys.

Compensation & Benefits

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme 
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays 
• Excellent induction, training and development programme, including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences 
• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple, and loads more! 
• Healthcare Cash Plan 
• Life Assurance at 2 x base salary 
• A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices, benefits and other flexible benefits private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension & salary deduction loans (eligibility criteria may apply) 
• Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme  
• Free access to the Headspace App, a global leader in mindfulness, and you can enrol up to three friends or family for free! 
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Working locations

• Home-based
• (Up to 20% national travel, including some evenings and weekends, as required.)

How to apply

• Apply online
• For more information about this job, please contact Jonathan Littledale – Events Fundraising Manager at [email protected]

Policies

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and, as such, expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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