Special Events Manager

Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.

The Special Events Manager is an exciting role at MDUK, that will sit within the Fundraising team.

You’ll develop and deliver Muscular Dystrophy UKs exciting Special Events portfolio.

You’ll be working closely with the Associate Director of High Value Engagement.

You’ll have direct line management of the Special Events Officers to achieve agreed objectives and fundraising targets.

You’ll be working collaboratively within the High Value Engagement team to identify prospects from Special Events that can be stewarded to create long term high value relationships across the organisation.

Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.

This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we wont stop until we achieve it.

A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charitys values. Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity. A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.

• Always demonstrate role model behaviour.

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, worklife balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...

We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).

Thursday 19th March 2026

NB Interviews likely to be held on the week commencing Monday 30th March