The International Rescue Committee (IRC) UK is seeking an Officer for Events and Entertainment Relations Engagement. This role is crucial for enhancing the IRC's public profile, brand, and influence, while also supporting fundraising initiatives through strategic event management and celebrity engagement.
The successful candidate will join the Experiential Marketing Team, working collaboratively across the Marketing & Mobilization and UK Communications teams. The position involves overseeing the UK and European events portfolio, managing various aspects of event production, and assisting with global entertainment relations to advance the IRC's humanitarian mission.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | International Rescue Committee (IRC) |
| Department | Experiential Marketing Team |
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | UK nationals or those with the right to work in the UK |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | GBP 46,780 – GBP 57,922.78 annually |
| Application deadline | 30 November 2026 |
About the Position
This position is primarily responsible for elevating the IRC’s profile, brand, and influence, and supporting fundraising through event support, strategic engagement of celebrity ambassadors, and digital tactics. Key responsibilities include overseeing the UK and European market events portfolio, leading various aspects of event project management (both in-person and virtual), drafting concept notes, creating creative briefs, conducting venue/vendor searches, and collaborating with internal teams on event messaging and donor engagement. The role also involves assisting in managing a global entertainment relations portfolio, identifying opportunities to leverage existing talent for events and digital campaigns, and supporting communications with IRC’s celebrity supporters. Proactive identification of current events and cultural trends to enhance engagement with celebrity partners is also expected.
Eligibility
- Strong experience in event planning with the ability to organize events through all phases of development.
- Knowledge and experience of using social media channels as part of celebrity engagement and PR campaigns.
- Demonstrable experience of working strategically, identifying opportunities to support organization-wide marketing strategies.
- Proven ability to project manage campaigns and events, working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills, including interaction with senior leadership, celebrities, agents, and journalists.
- Excellent relationship management skills.
- Exceptional judgment, analytical and prioritizing skills, particularly in a fast-moving environment.
- Proven ability to take responsibility for tasks and act on own initiative to solve problems and find solutions.
- Outstanding MS Office and Event database management skills (Salesforce and Pardot/Salesforce Marketing Cloud Account Engagement experience preferred).
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a leading international humanitarian non-governmental organization.
- Contribute to restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people affected by conflict and disaster.
- Work in a diverse and inclusive environment that values equality of opportunity.
- Competitive salary range.
- Potential for reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.
Documents Required
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
How to Apply
- Visit the International Rescue Committee's external careers portal.
- Search for the job opening: Officer, Events and Entertainment Relations Engagement (Job ID: JR00005725).
- Complete the online application process.
FAQs
What is the primary focus of this role?
The role primarily focuses on elevating the IRC’s profile, brand, and influence, and supporting fundraising efforts through event management and strategic engagement with celebrity ambassadors and digital tactics.
What kind of experience is required for this position?
Candidates should have strong experience in event planning, knowledge of social media for celebrity engagement, and proven ability to strategically support marketing campaigns and project manage events.
Is travel required for this role?
Yes, occasional travel and work outside of standard hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required to attend meetings or events.
What is the salary range for this position?
The compensation ranges from GBP 46,780 to GBP 57,922.78 annually, calibrated based on work location, individual experience, and skills.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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