Advancement & Alumni Events Manager

  • Contract
  • London

The Royal College of Art


Job Summary

The Royal College of Art (RCA) is the world’s leading university of art and design. With a global community of over 30,000 alumni, we are proud to champion a dynamic network of artists, designers, innovators, educators, and cultural leaders shaping the creative landscape worldwide.

Job Description

Advancement & Alumni Events Manager

Grade: 8 | Reports to: Associate Director of Advancement & Alumni

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and detail-driven events professional to lead the delivery of a high-quality programme of Advancement & Alumni events. These include flagship occasions such as the RCA Show, international alumni receptions, digital events, and supporter dinners.

You will be responsible for developing a longer-term events strategy aligned with our Advancement and alumni engagement objectives, working collaboratively across the College to create experiences that inspire and connect alumni, donors, students and supporters.

The role requires excellent planning, communication and negotiation skills, with experience managing complex event delivery and coordinating with internal teams, external suppliers, and stakeholders. You will line manage an Events Administrator, oversee budgets, and ensure data and evaluation processes support continuous improvement.

Whether you are a strategic leader or a skilled organiser, these are exceptional opportunities to join a growing team at the RCA.

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