Scotty’s Little Soldiers – Events Manager

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• Remote. East Anglia region beneficial. Access to Norfolk, Cambridgeshire for team meet-ups required.
  
  Regular travel for events as required. Will include some evening/weekend work.
• Salary: 32,000 to 36,000 (Dependent on experience)
• Type: Full-time, permanent.
• Team: Operations Team
• Directly Supported By: Head of People & Operations

The Charity and the Vision.

For over 15 years, Scotty’s Little Soldiers has been supported children and young people who have been bereaved of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. We are about to embark on an exciting journey which will see the charity evolve to support anyone affected by a military-connected bereavement and ultimately empower a community of more than 25,000 bereaved individuals and their families by 2035.

Founded in 2010 by Nikki Scott following the death of her husband, Corporal Lee Scott, the charity currently offers a unique blend of emotional, practical, and educational support to over 750 young people.

We are proud of our vibrant, non-traditional culture, which puts the needs of bereaved children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We embrace innovative approaches, are committed to creating smiles and believe in the power of community, resilience, and connection.

Role Mission
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To be at the heart of planning, promoting and delivering diverse, exciting, and high-impact events that will engage supporters, create bonding opportunities for families, and connect our team.

This role will be accountable for:

Supporting the event owner in the successful planning and execution of all events across the charity, including the Families, Supporter and Operations Teams at Scotty’s. This will include developing, promoting and delivering a range of events that align with our mission and values, drives supporter engagement, cultivates opportunities for our families to bond, and provides team collaboration.

What are the 3-month goals for this role:

• Can articulate the charity’s goals, culture, and impact, and how the Events Manager role supports this to happen.
• Has a good understanding of the events plans for each team and the upcoming and year to view calendar of events.
• Establish initial contact with key stakeholders, including team members, partners, and supporters.

What are the 6-month goals for this role:

• Conduct an audit of current event plans and materials and speak with at current partners for feedback and learnings.
• Develop a comprehensive event strategy, outlining key tactics, timelines, and performance metrics.
• Identify and qualify suitable venues for upcoming events, ensuring they align with the charity’s mission and values
• Establish success measures and key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse event results, and identify areas for improvement.

What are the 9-month goals for this role:

• Improve specific performance metrics, such as event budget management, event marketing effectiveness, and attendee satisfaction within the first nine months.
• Develop a comprehensive event strategy, outlining key tactics, timelines, and performance metrics.
• Track success measures and key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse event results, and identify areas for improvement.

What are the key responsibilities of this role:

• Develop and implement event plans with clear deadlines, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with our partners and suppliers, ensuring required service levels are met.
• Identify and secure suitable venues that align with the event’s theme and requirements.
• Negotiate with venues to obtain the best deals, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality.
• Arrange catering services that meet the dietary needs and preferences of attendees.
• Book travel and accommodation for team members, families and other guests as needed, ensuring comfort and convenience.
• Assist with communications and marketing efforts to promote events and increase attendance.
• Manage event setup and takedown, ensuring all elements are in place and the venue is left in good condition.
• Oversee the design, sourcing, ordering, and…