Challenge Events Manager (DIY)
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment
Posted
Feb 24, 2026
Location
Remote
Type
Part-time
Compensation
£35882 - £37778
Mission
What you will drive
About the Role
Core responsibilities include managing a diverse events portfolio and leading on multichannel stewardship journeys to ensure outstanding participant experiences.
Responsibilities
- Strategically manage a diverse events portfolio including DIY and open challenges, Ultra Challenges, and Run for Charity events
- Lead on multichannel stewardship journeys to ensure outstanding participant experiences
- Collaborate with colleagues across Digital Marketing, Brand, Regional Engagement, Fundraising Operations and external suppliers
- Help drive the charity's ambitious objectives for growth, supporter engagement and long-term value
Requirements
No specific requirements mentioned.
Nice to Have
No nice to have skills mentioned.
Benefits
No benefits mentioned.
About the Company
No company information mentioned.
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role helps position Young Lives vs Cancer as a stand-out, sector-leading events brand while supporting children and young people facing cancer through fundraising events.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Required skills and experience:
- Strong strategic and operational experience within mass participation events
- Experience delivering effective, data-driven multichannel stewardship journeys
- Strong relationship-building skills, with experience working with suppliers, organisers and internal teams
Benefits
What's in it for you
Compensation and benefits:
- Salary: £35,882 (outside London) - £37,778 (London)
- 27 days Annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)
- Up to 8% pension contribution
- Enhanced maternity & adoption pay