Team & Events Coordinator

Team & Events Coordinator

We are looking for a Team & Events Coordinator to join this charitable programme based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus with a mission of working in partnership to develop and improve healthcare globally.

Position:
Team & Events Coordinator

Location:

Hybrid working to include a minimum of two days per week in the office on Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge / home working

Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum FTE (depending on skills and experience)

Hours:

Part time (30 hours per week)

Contract:

Permanent

Closing date: 2nd February 2026 – however, they reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received or a successful candidate is found.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, passionate and growing team at a pivotal time in the organisation’s development. As Team & Events Coordinator, you will play a central role in supporting the smooth running of the organisation and delivering high-quality events for members, partners and supporters.

This is a varied and hands-on role, working across administration, finance, programmes, communications and events. You will be at the heart of the organisation, providing excellent coordination, organisation and stewardship, while helping the team maximise their impact both in the UK and internationally.

This role would suit either someone keen to develop a broad range of skills within the charity sector or an experienced administrator looking for a new and rewarding challenge.

Some of your key responsibilities will be to:

Act as first point of contact for general enquiries.
Manage organisational calendars, meetings and diary coordination for the Director and committees, including preparing papers and taking minutes.
Maintain accurate records on the CRM database and support finance administration including processing payments and claims.
Coordinate aspects of our programmes, including member reports, grant scheme administration and virtual partnership meetings.
Contribute to communications activity including social media, publications, website updates and branded materials.
Lead on planning, logistics and delivery of our events and support member and partner stewardship and networking activities.

About You:

To be successful in the role of Team & Events Coordinator, you will be exceptionally well organised, proactive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in global health.

You will also need to have the following skills and experience:

A strong interest in and commitment to global health work.
At least three years’ experience in office administration, diary management and event organisation.
Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to use initiative and troubleshoot problems.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a small team.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends and travel when required, including internationally.
Energy, resilience and enjoyment of being busy in a fast-paced environment – plus a good sense of humour!

Desirable:

Experience of social media and digital communications.
Experience working with or managing volunteers.

In return:

This is an amazing charity to work for. The organisation has spent nearly 20 years strengthening health systems around the world through education, reciprocal learning and relationship building. The organisation works with hospitals, governments and health organisations in the East of England and in low- and middle-income countries to share expertise and support sustainable change.

You’ll join a supportive, inclusive team and benefit from a generous package that includes:

Pension Scheme
Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Annual Eye Tests + £65 towards computer-use glasses
Leisure Centre on site
NHS Discount Schemes
Health Cash Plan – Medicash
Employee Assistance Programme
25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Your Birthday off
Cycle to Work Scheme

We strongly encourage candidates of different backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new team member is an opportunity for the organisation to bring in a different perspective and further diversify the charity.

Other roles you may have experience in could include Administrator, Office Coordinator, Operations Assistant, Events Coordinator, Programme Coordinator, Charity Administrator or Communications and Events Assistant