Events Fundraiser

As FORCE Cancer Charity’s Events Fundraiser, you'll play a key role in the charity's income generation team, taking the lead in planning, organising, and delivering the charity’s fundraising events.

FORCE Cancer Charity supports people affected by cancer across Devon, including Exeter and the surrounding areas. We provide practical and emotional support to individuals and their families at every stage of their cancer journey, both at our support centre and within the community.

FORCE is dedicated to ensuring that anyone facing cancer receives compassionate, personalised support when they need it most. Our services are free of charge and rely heavily on the generosity of our supporters, volunteers, local businesses and the wider community to continue making a difference.

We are seeking an experienced Events Fundraiser (fixed term for 12 months) to join our friendly and dedicated Income Generation team. This outward‑facing role is central to delivering and growing our events programme, generating vital income to support people affected by cancer across Exeter and the wider Devon community.

You will take the lead on planning, managing and delivering our existing in‑house events, including our flagship Nello Cycle Ride, while also developing new fundraising opportunities through events, campaigns and supporter‑led activities. With our 40th anniversary in 2027, you will play a key role in shaping an ambitious and engaging programme of events that celebrates FORCE’s impact and inspires even more people to get involved.

A vital part of the role will involve building strong relationships with supporters, volunteers, suppliers and local businesses. You will provide exceptional stewardship, ensuring everyone involved feels supported, appreciated and motivated to continue their fundraising journey with FORCE.

Working closely with the wider Income Generation team, you will contribute to marketing activity, volunteer engagement, supporter communications and the development of new fundraising initiatives. You will also maintain accurate event and participant records, respond to enquiries with warmth and professionalism, and ensure all events are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

We are seeking someone with relevant experience in events or project management – ideally gained in a charity, events or customer‑facing environment – who can confidently build relationships and manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will be enthusiastic, organised and self‑motivated, with strong communication skills and a passion for creating memorable experiences that inspire community support.

Some evening and weekend work will be required, with time off in lieu.

Relevant experience in events or project management, preferably within a charity or customer‑facing environment.

Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder‑relationship skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

As an inclusive employer, we believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and ‘At Risk’ status.

We recognise the advantages of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Benefits:

• Salary Band 5: £32,073 – £39,043 per annum per rata
• Annual payment frequency
• Vacation Reference:
• Contract:
  
  Fixed Term
• Closing Date: 21 June 2026
• Job Category:
  Administration
• Staff Group:
  Medical & Dental

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.