Events Manager & Donor Engagement Lead

Role overview

F&BF will be delivering celebration events in  that are bigger and more ambitious than ever. We are looking for an Events Manager to be the engine driver for visioning, planning, and delivering these on time, within budget, and to an extremely high standard. This role demands someone who can deliver events that cater to and attract participation from London’s diverse faith communities and would suit someone committed to F&BF’s values of connection over division and meaningful inclusion and celebration of those from different backgrounds.

Our upcoming events programme will involve both celebration and fundraising events – the former, reaching and celebrating London communities; and the latter, engaging high net-worth donors and securing long-term, high-level support for the organisation. Because of this, experience in engaging and securing major donors is essential. This role requires line management of existing members of the F&BF staff and volunteers and working well with existing, and securing new, partners.

All activities will be undertaken in collaboration with the Communities Team and with delivery and sponsorship partners.

• To lead on the successful delivery of three major events in the F&BF calendar
• Interfaith Wellbeing Festival (June 2026, London)
• 10th Anniversary of the Dangoor Awards (Oct 2026, London)
• F&BF’s 30th Anniversary gala event (Early 2027, London)
• Manage event budgets, ensuring events are delivered efficiently and within financial limits
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, insurance, and legal regulations throughout the event cycle
• Review current processes and approaches to event management and update these as necessary
• Review and update event timelines and work schedules to ensure they are achievable within the time frames
• To perform administrative and logistical tasks using agreed process and conventions including planning, activity/event delivery
• To observe delivery to ensure quality control (where appropriate)

• Review, develop, and update processes for monitoring and evaluating the impact and reach of events
• Establish key indicators for success and metrics for measurement for each event
• Report on event delivery and share insights which can inform decision making and spending going forwards

• Work closely and supportively to develop those you manage in line with F&BF approaches and policies
• Manage schedules and workloads flexibly to ensure those you manage are able to perform well and thrive in their roles
• Implement performance management processes where needed
  
  Develop your management skills and grow your abilities to manage and support those around you

• Collaborate with colleagues to devise the vision for each event and convey this effectively to sponsors and partners
• Build and nurture relationships with suppliers, sponsors, volunteers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth event delivery
• Work with partners to develop and implement multi‑channel marketing campaigns to promote events and ensure high attendance at public events
• Support the Communities Team in connecting with local faith groups and leaders to build long‑term networks
• Clearly and inclusively communicate the Faith & Belief Forum’s vision and values to all stakeholders

• Work with the CEO and other colleagues to develop a major donor engagement plan
• Support the CEO to understand the needs of major donors and help develop proposals, pitches and meeting preparation
• Help develop new leads and identify opportunities as they arise
• Propose new ways of engaging major donors and high net worths in line with their needs and priorities

• Support the organisation’s aims and contribute to a positive, inclusive working environment, including upholding our values of inclusion, fairness and a commitment to diversity and justice in all tasks
• Suggest ideas for improving work and strengthening relationships with faith groups and community partners
• Participate in team planning, learning, and reflection activities to develop your skills and improve project delivery
• Undertaking other initiatives necessary…