September 2015
Dear Applicant,
Events Manager
Thank you very much for your enquiry about the post of Events Manager. Please find attached:
1. A recruitment pack
2. An application form
3. A recruitment analysis form
Please email your application to recruitment@stonewall.org.uk. Alternatively you can post it to
Christobel Burns, Stonewall, 13th floor, Tower Building, York Road, London SE1 7NX. Please mark it
‘Strictly Private’.
The deadline for the submission of completed applications is 12 noon on Friday 25th September
2015. Please also ensure that you return the recruitment analysis form with your application.
We intend to hold interviews on Wednesday 30th September and Thursday 1st October 2015. If
you’d like receipt of your application to be acknowledged please let us know by email or enclose a
stamped addressed envelope.
Thank you for your interest in Stonewall. We look forward to receiving your completed application.
Yours sincerely,
Cathryn Wright
Managing Director
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Stonewall Background Information
Stonewall was founded in 1989 by people whose aim was to create a highly professional lobbying
organisation to put the case for equality on the mainstream political agenda. The organisation has
become widely recognised for its work in transforming the legislative landscape for Britain’s 3.7m
lesbian, gay and bisexual people including securing equal marriage in 2013. Our strategy is now to
work to ensure equality in every part of the lived experience of LGBT people at home, at school and
at work.
We work with a comprehensive range of stakeholders and are one of the most effective
campaigning charities in Great Britain. Stonewall is at a crucial stage. The challenges that we face
are complex as we attempt to ensure that every single lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans person
achieves full equality. We have an ambition to reach further into our communities, sharing our
knowledge, interventions and campaigns with the widest possible audience. We no longer have to
just convince politicians; we have to convince the owner of the small business, the dad who doesn’t
want a gay son, the priest who doesn’t know he has lesbian parishioners.
The Fundraising team
Stonewall relies on voluntary income, and receives no core statutory funding. Fundraising income
has doubled over the last five years and continues to grow year on year. The Events Team is
responsible for delivering all flagship events as well as growing the annual events calendar in order
to increase income. The team also works very closely with other departments to deliver all of our
seminar, leadership and conference programmes.
Stonewall staff
At Stonewall we believe our people to be our most precious resource. We aim to recruit the very
best staff – with a mix of private, public and third sector backgrounds – and have an ambition to
make Stonewall an ‘employer of choice’. We’ve reviewed our benefits package in recent years to
reflect this. In our most recent (May 2014) staff survey:
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97% of staff said they were proud to work for Stonewall
92% of staff said that working for Stonewall is fun
97% of staff said that they enjoy the work they do
In line with best practice we annually review our diversity statistics and take action to address any
underrepresentation. At May 2014:
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62% of our staff were female
11% of our staff were from black and minority ethnic communities
10% of our staff considered themselves to be disabled
31% of our staff were heterosexual
13% of our staff were bisexual
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Events Manager Role Description
The Events Manager will report to the Head of Events and Community Fundraising and will be
responsible for managing a portfolio of events across the organisation. They will be required to
deliver a number of flagship fundraising events and to grow the annual events programme in order
to increase this revenue stream and raise awareness of the objectives and achievements of
Stonewall.
Key responsibilities and duties
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Work with the Head of Events and Community Fundraising to deliver against income targets
generated from Fundraising events over the next three years, including the Stonewall
Awards, Equality Dinner, Summer Party and Equality Walk
Manage an events team of two and be responsible for quarterly performance reviews and
on-going development
Work with the communications team to maximise any PR opportunities around events,
continuing to use them as a platform to raise awareness
Manage the annual budget ensuring we hit, and where possible exceed, target
Work with the Major Partnerships team to engage corporate partners, source venues and
account manage event sponsors
Work with the Individual Giving team to ensure best utilisation of events and further
engagement of supporters
General responsibilities and duties
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Conduct the duties of the job description in accordance with the operational policies of
Stonewall, including but not limited to the diversity policy and code of conduct.
Maintain good working relations with Trustees, staff, volunteers and other stakeholders.
Contribute to the general administration, well running and development of the organisation.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be required
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Events Manager Person Specification
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Experience of managing Gala fundraising events from initial planning stages through to
event delivery, including proven ability to source high-end auction prizes, marketing and
delivering an income of over £100,000
Excellent organisational skills and proven ability in managing several projects simultaneously
under high pressure
Proven track record in the delivery of financial targets
Experience of managing a fundraising events team, and developing and mentoring staff
Experience in managing budgets, including forecasting and income and cost management
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, able to relate effectively and appropriately to a
wide range of audiences and stakeholders
A creative thinker, with the ability to introduce new events and ideas
Knowledge of events marketing techniques
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Committed to the aims and objectives of Stonewall
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Events Manager Key Terms and Conditions
Place of Work
13th Floor, Tower Building, York Road, Waterloo, London, SE1 7NX
Working Week
This is a full-time permanent position, comprising a total working week of 35
hours. Stonewall’s normal office hours are Monday to Friday from 9.30am to
5.30pm, however the demands of this post require a flexible approach to both
timing and duration of the working day.
Salary Scale
The salary will be £32,000 and is paid retrospectively on the 24th day of each
month.
Annual Leave
25 days annual leave (rising to 27 after three years service), three additional
‘Stonewall Days’ over Christmas and eight statutory holidays.
Pension
Stonewall will contribute up to 9% of salary to the Stonewall Friends Life
pension scheme.
Other benefits
After successful completion of the probationary period you will qualify for:
free health insurance, death in service benefit of two times your salary,
interest free loan on travelcard, tax-free cycle scheme, childcare vouchers,
and 24 hour employee support line.
Sick Pay
Prior to completion of the probationary period sick pay is at the Chief
Executive’s discretion. Thereafter an employee who is absent from work due
to sickness will be paid up to four weeks at full pay and four weeks at half pay
in any 12 month period. After two years continuous service an employee
absent from work due to sickness will be paid up to 12 weeks full pay and 12
weeks half pay in any 12 month period.
Probationary and
Notice Periods
The post is subject to a six month probationary period. During this
period you will be entitled to receive, and are required to give, at least two
weeks notice of termination, which must be in writing. After successful
completion of your probationary period you are entitled to receive, and are
required to give, at least two months notice of termination, which must be in
writing.
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Events Manager Application Guidance Notes
The covering letter indicates what should be included in the pack. If you’ve not received everything,
please contact Christobel Burns on 020 7593 1854 or email recruitment@stonewall.org.uk
We shortlist applicants for interview by matching the details given on the completed application
form against both the role description and the person specification. We’ll be looking for clear
evidence to show that your experience, skills and knowledge match those set out in the person
specification and role description.
We’re interested in all relevant experience, wherever you have gained it, as well as beyond paid
employment, that may contribute to your ability to meet the requirements of the job.
All parts of the role description and person specification should be addressed, as information not
given or not made explicit on the application form cannot be taken into account in the shortlisting
process. Please note that CVs are not accepted and any information given on a CV will not be
considered.
Due to the high quality and number of applications we receive, we only contact shortlisted
candidates. If you would like confirmation that you have not been successful please contact
Christobel Burns on 020 7593 1854 or email recruitment@stonewall.org.uk.
If posting, print or complete the form in black ink.
If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make
reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend interview please contact Christobel Burns on 020
7593 1854 or email recruitment@stonewall.org.uk. Our offices are accessible.
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