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Community and EventsFundraising ManagerRecruitment PackClosing date: 10/05/2026 Bipolar is one of the most significant mental health challenges of the 21st century: Over one million people in the UK live with bipolar - that's 1 in every 50 people Having bipolar increases a person's risk of suicide by at least 20 times On average, it takes 9.5 years to get a correct diagnosis Bipolar has a profound and lasting impact on families and friends 56% of people living with bipolar receive no treatment or support People affected by bipolar need specialist support and services Bipolar UK is the only national charity dedicated to empowering individuals and familiesaffected by bipolar. At the heart of our work is peer support, and each month we reacharound 10,000 people with the ambition to reach thousands more.Our integrated service includes: A hybrid network of 90 local peer support groups, both online and in person,facilitated by trained and supported volunteers A moderated eCommunity with over 15,000 members, offering a safe space forconnection and shared experience One-to-one peer support via telephone and email Research partnerships focused on improving treatments and outcomes for bipolar A wide range of information and resources available on our website Campaigns for better diagnosis and access to specialist care, including our 'Maybeit’s bipolar?' campaign About Bipolar UKWhat we doWhy we existCommunity and Events Fundraising Manager Recruitment Pack 2026 Bipolar UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation. We useCharityJob’s blind recruitment process for this role to support fairer recruitment andhelp reduce bias. This means that personal details such as name, age, gender andeducational background are removed from applications at shortlisting stage.We actively welcome applications from people with lived experience of bipolar, fromunderrepresented communities, and from all backgrounds. If you require anyreasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know- we are very happy to support you.The appointment is subject to satisfactory references and relevant DBS disclosure.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a passionate, supportive team and to helpgrow fundraising that directly enables Bipolar UK to reach more people, reduce harm,and save lives. You will be trusted to lead, encouraged to innovate, and supported to doyour best work.About Bipolar UKWhy join usFair and inclusive recruitmentCommunity and Events Fundraising Manager Recruitment Pack 2026 Bipolar UK is seeking an experienced Community and Events Fundraising Manager to leadand develop our community and events fundraising programme. This is a management rolefocused on strategic planning, enabling delivery, and leading a small team to perform attheir best.Working closely with the Director of Fundraising and alongside the Strategic Partnershipsand Trusts teams, you will be responsible for setting clear plans, developing effectivefundraising approaches, and ensuring strong systems, processes and supporterexperiences are in place to drive sustainable income growth.You will lead the delivery and development of community fundraising, challenge events,individual giving through community activity, and in-memory fundraising. A key part of therole will be developing a clear and engaging events and fundraising volunteer offer,including an effective induction process that enables volunteers to fundraise confidently onbehalf of Bipolar UK.This role requires a thoughtful, organised and people-centred manager who understands how to balance ambition with compassion in a mental health charity context.The roleSummaryThank you to you all at Bipolar UK forall that you do - it's a lifeline.Community and Events Fundraising Manager Recruitment Pack 2026Job Title: Community and Events Fundraising ManagerLocation: Home‑based (occasional travel to events and team meetings required)Salary: £42,000. 35 hours per week. 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)Reporting to: Director of FundraisingDirect reports: Fundraising Officer; Supporter Engagement AssistantKey details Key responsibilitiesCommunity and Events Fundraising Manager Recruitment Pack 20261. Strategic leadership and planningDevelop and deliver a clear community and events fundraising strategy aligned withBipolar UK’s wider fundraising and organisational goals.Translate strategy into achievable annual plans, income targets and team objectives.Use insight, data and evaluation to inform decision-making and continuousimprovement.Work with the Director of Fundraising to forecast income, manage risk and maximisereturn on investment.2. Community and events fundraising deliveryLead the planning, delivery and growth of a portfolio of community fundraisinginitiatives and challenge events, both in person and online.Ensure a consistently high-quality supporter experience across all community andevents activity.Oversee web content and digital resources to support community and event fundraisingIdentify and develop new fundraising opportunities that align with Bipolar UK’s mission,values and supporter base.Act as an ambassador for Bipolar UK at key events when required.3. Volunteer fundraising offerDevelop a clear, accessible and motivating events and community fundraising volunteeroffer.Design and implement an effective volunteer induction process, ensuring fundraisersfeel confident, supported and well-equipped.Work with colleagues to ensure volunteer fundraising activity is aligned withsafeguarding, wellbeing and organisational policies.4. Digital campaigns and income growthLead on the planning and delivery of digital-led community and events fundraisingcampaigns.Work collaboratively with Marketing and Communications colleagues to developsupporter journeys, content and communications that drive engagement and income.Develop approaches to grow connected income streams, including regular giving andin-memory giving, through community and digital activity.Monitor performance, assess impact and report clearly on outcomes and learning. 6. Team leadership and organisational contributionLine-manage and support the Fundraising Officer and Supporter EngagementAssistant, providing clear direction, coaching and development.Create a positive, supportive and high-performing team culture focused on impact andlearning.Oversee income and expenditure for the community and events portfolio, monitoringbudgets and performance against targets.Contribute to organisational planning, cross-team working and the development ofefficient systems and processes.Evaluate performance and produce insight-led reports to support decision-making andimprovement.Uphold Bipolar UK’s values at all times.Key responsibilitiesCommunity and Events Fundraising Manager Recruitment Pack 20265. Supporter experience and stewardshipEnsure supporters are stewarded with care, empathy and professionalism, recognisingthe personal connection many have to bipolar.Oversee thanking, updating and re-engagement activity to build long-term supporterrelationships.Ensure accurate and compliant use of the CRM and fundraising data. Significant experience managing community and/or events fundraising, with a trackrecord of achieving income and engagement targets.Experience of line-managing staff and leading a small team to deliver effectively.Strong planning and organisational skills, with experience translating strategy intodelivery plans.Experience of managing budgets and reporting on performance and impact.Demonstrable experience of digital fundraising and use of online fundraising platforms.Experience working with volunteers or community fundraisers.Strong communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.Confidence using CRM systems and fundraising data.Knowledge of the UK charity sector, GDPR and fundraising best practice.A compassionate, values-led approach and confidence working in a mental healthcontext.Person specificationCommunity and Events Fundraising Manager Recruitment Pack 2026EssentialFundraising qualification or Chartered Institute of Fundraising membership.Lived experience of bipolar, or a close personal connection to someone affected by thecondition.Desirable Please apply for the role by submitting a CV and covering letter of nomore than 2 pages through Charity Job. The closing date is Sunday 10May - however, we will be reviewing applications as they are receivedand may close this opportunity early. Please submit your application assoon as you can.Online interviews to be held wc Monday 17 May.How to applyStay in touchRegistered Charity No. 293340Company No. 1955570Registered office: 32 Cubitt Street London WC1X 0LRClick here to apply on CharityJob