Events Assistant, Army Benevolent Fund

The Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) is a national charity supporting soldiers, veterans, and their families in times of need. They are seeking an Events Assistant to support regional fundraising events, manage administrative processes, and engage with supporters and volunteers to ensure successful event delivery.ResponsibilitiesInput, maintain and update supporter and campaign data using CRM and finance systemsSupport the smooth administration of fundraising events, including income batching, campaign updates and expenses processingRespond to enquiries and act as a key contact for supporters and volunteers across the regionHelp plan, organise and deliver regional fundraising and engagement eventsProvide guidance and practical support to volunteer fundraisers and local networksAdvertise future events online and make effective use of digital tools and fundraising platformsMaintain fundraising materials, merchandise and stock levels for regional activitiesAttend briefings, presentations and external events to represent the organisation when requiredSkillsAbility to be flexible with working patterns, including occasional out-of-hours and weekend workingA full driving licence is essentialAble to work on own initiative and as part of a teamEffective communication and strong interpersonal skillsLiterate, numerate and experienced in good office practiceWell organised with the ability to manage varied tasks and prioritiesA strong empathy with the organisation's cause and beneficiariesIT literate with an understanding of social media toolsPrevious experience with a fundraising CRM system would be advantageousAn understanding of the British Army and the charity sector would be beneficialBenefits30 days’ holidays, plus bank holidaysFlexible and hybrid working (minimum two days per week in the office)Employee wellbeing and assistance programme (EAP)Annual Health Assessments via HealthshieldTime off in lieu for volunteering at company events (TOIL)Perkbox benefits portal, offering a range of retail discounts, online perks and wealth of health and fitness resources (monthly points to use on the platform)Pension scheme, with matched employer contributions up to 8% – after successful probationIncome Protection – 55% of salary – after successful probationDeath in Service – 3x annual salary – after successful probationAnnual pay reviewsAnnual leave purchase schemeCompany OverviewGuardian Jobs brings you quality jobs from the best recruiters in the UK and beyond. We have the jobs for quality candidates like you. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in London, GB, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://jobs.theguardian.com/.



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