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Location: Hybrid with base in Fareham, Hampshire or Sidcup, Kent Hours: Full-time Salary: £45,619 per annum Closing Date: Sunday 14th September Planned interviews: Tuesday 23rd September in person in Fareham, Hampshire (subject to any changes) Are you a passionate fundraising leader, driven by supporting others to create an inclusive society? At Avenues, and our subsidiary Autism Hampshire, we support autistic people, those with learning disabilities and complex needs to live full, meaningful lives. Following a period of growth, we are now looking for an experienced Fundraising and Communications Manager to lead our newly formed fundraising and communications team and function. The new role will shape the future of our fundraising strategy and be the external voice of Avenues and Autism Hampshire. This is your opportunity to take the lead in a high-impact, purpose-driven leadership role, where your ideas, energy, and expertise will amplify our message and fuel our mission. You ll be the driving force behind Avenues brand, communications, and fundraising. You ll develop and deliver creative campaigns, manage stakeholder engagement, and tell the stories that inspire people to support our work. What you'll bring: Proven experience in fundraising, communications or marketing, Exceptional written, verbal, and digital storytelling skills A strong record of delivering campaigns and managing budgets Confident leadership and relationship-building abilities A creative mindset and a proactive, can-do attitude Passion for the charity sector, ideally with experience in health or social care. For full details, check out the role profile. Why Avenues? You ll join a supportive, values-led organisation where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is tangible. We offer flexible working, meaningful perks that value your time, energy and wellbeing, and the chance to be part of something that truly changes lives. If you're excited by the opportunity to lead meaningful communications and fundraising that transforms lives, we want to hear from you. As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme , candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview stage. Ready to find out more? For an informal chat about the role, contact our recruitment team today or apply now and we will be in touch.

Are you a self-motivated and ambitious individual with experience of building lasting relationships that make a meaningful impact? We have ambitious growth plans for community fundraising and regional partnerships at British Heart Foundation (BHF), and we are recruiting a Fundraising Manager to support our work in Kent. We offer sector-leading benefits including private healthcare, excellent pension, and 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. BHF s vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory disease, conditions that will impact more than half of us in our lifetime. It s more important than ever that we build on our fundraising expertise to raise vital funds to save more lives. We're looking for a talented person to join our team from the private, public or third sector, who can demonstrate: Knowledge and experience of building relationships with a variety of diverse audiences- from individuals to senior corporate leaders - to achieve financial targets. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to motivate and inspire supporters. The ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities to meet deadlines. Excellent organisational skills with firm understanding of KPIs, targets, budgeting, and risk mitigation plans. Curious and data driven to provide insight and analysis to identify and nurture opportunities. Creative thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills. About the role Across your geographic area of Kent including some London Boroughs : Identify, develop, and steward supporter relationships with businesses, fundraising groups, and high value prospects. Understand supporter motivations, identifying opportunities across the Charity that inspire and engage, enabling them to achieve their fundraising goals and reach their potential. Identify and steward corporate prospects using a pipeline process resulting in applying for and converting opportunities. Be proactive within your area to identify opportunities for fundraising and raise awareness of the Charity. Manage supporters effectively using our CRM system (OneCRM) to provide excellent stewardship. Meet agreed financial targets, provide monthly financial progress reports, and put mitigation plans in place for any shortfall. Promote BHF s activities and campaigns to raise awareness and drive income. You'll be working in a region bursting with potential, offering the chance to forge new corporate partnerships that can be built and nurtured to drive income and impact. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced growing team, in an organisation that supports the nations hearts from their first heartbeat to their last. Working arrangements This is a Fixed Term Contract until Nov 2026 covering family leave. This role covers a wide area across Kent, including major towns such as Canterbury, Dover, Folkestone, Thanet, Ashford, Maidstone, Medway, Dartford, Sevenoaks, and Tunbridge Wells, as well as nearby rural and coastal communities. You will need to live in Kent or you must be able to relocate to this region. Regular travel within the area, and occasionally to other parts of the UK. You must have a full UK driving licence at the time of application with access to your own vehicle. There will be a requirement for flexible out of hours working to support occasional evening and weekend activity. You will be compensated for this with time off in lieu. What can we offer you? Our generous staff benefits include: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership. Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%. Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave. Life assurance. Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them. We have been recognised by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) for our Live Well. Work Well. Programme. Heart health is central to our mission, and that starts with you. We provide a programme. Interview process This will be two stage interview process. The first stage interview is planned for w/c 15th Sep 25 and second stage via MS teams. The second stage is planned for w/c 22nd Sep 25 at London office (NW1 7AW).

Generous Giving Manager Canterbury, Kent £36,397 pa plus excellent benefits 35 hours per week The Generous Giving Manager is a very exciting and influential role at the Diocese, as you will build on the strong and energetic foundations within our two-person Generous Giving Team to strengthen the financial sustainability of local churches by encouraging generosity in time, talents and financial giving. Working closely with deaneries, parishes and their leadership teams, you will identify local challenges and opportunities for generous giving, sharing innovative giving practices to help parishes and deaneries develop creative and effective ways to resource their mission. Communicating clearly and inspiringly the principles of Christian giving to diverse audiences, you will keep up to date with National Church resources, promoting and supporting a wide range of giving methods such as the Parish Giving Scheme (PGS), online and contactless giving. You will also offer guidance to parish officers for resources on giving campaigns, legacies and grant funding. This is an ideal role for someone with a good understanding of church life, a passion for helping local churches thrive, a strong commitment to community engagement and an understanding of generosity grounded in Christian teaching. With demonstrable experience in fundraising or parish ministry, you should bring an awareness of the financial and missional challenges facing churches today, particularly in rural contexts. With an understanding of the Church of England s structures, ethos, and range of traditions, you will have the proven ability to plan, advise on and lead giving or fundraising programmes in a not-for-profit or charitable context. You should also have a clear understanding of the teaching which underpins the Christian principles of giving. Your motivational and collaborative approach across a variety of settings, combined with your outstanding interpersonal skills and natural ability at rapport building will ensure you are able to generate and develop creative, solution-focused ideas, engaging and inspiring individuals and groups, both in person and online. Typically, you will operate during office hours but will need to adjust your working pattern in order to meet with parishes in the evenings and/or occasionally attend their Sunday worship, so the ability to travel to remote locations and work flexibly is a necessity. Canterbury Diocese is the oldest diocese in England, stretching from Maidstone to Thanet, the Isle of Sheppey to the Romney Marsh. We have 350 miles of coastline with historic ports and seaside resorts, alongside rural communities, market towns and commuter-belt urban developments. Affluent areas often sit alongside pockets of major deprivation, offering an exciting and challenging mission context. At the heart of all we do is a vision of transformation for ourselves and our communities: no one can encounter God and remain unchanged. In the Diocese of Canterbury, we want to increasingly become a Christian community transformed through encounter with Christ, growing and overflowing to transform and bless the families, homes and communities we serve: Changed Lives, Changing Lives. Closing date: 21 September 2025, 11.59pm.

We're hiring: Fundraising and Communications Manager Location: Hybrid with base in Fareham, Hampshire or Sidcup, Kent Hours: Full-timeSalary: £45,619 per annum Closing Date: Sunday 14 SeptemberPlanned interviews: Tuesday 23 September in person in Fareham, Hampshire (subject to any changes) Lead change. Inspire support. Transform lives. Are you a passionate fundraising leader, driven by supporting others to create an inclusive society? At Avenues, and our subsidiary Autism Hampshire, we support autistic people, those with learning disabilities and complex needs to live full, meaningful lives. Following a period of growth, we are now looking for an experienced Fundraising and Communications Manager to lead our newly formed fundraising and communications team and function. The new role will shape the future of our fundraising strategy and be the external voice of Avenues and Autism Hampshire. This is your opportunity to take the lead in a high-impact, purpose-driven leadership role, where your ideas, energy, and expertise will amplify our message and fuel our mission. You'll be the driving force behind Avenues' brand, communications, and fundraising. You'll develop and deliver creative campaigns, manage stakeholder engagement, and tell the stories that inspire people to support our work. What you'll bring: Proven experience in fundraising, communications or marketing, Exceptional written, verbal, and digital storytelling skills A strong record of delivering campaigns and managing budgets Confident leadership and relationship-building abilities A creative mindset and a proactive, can-do attitude Passion for the charity sector, ideally with experience in health or social care. For full details, check out the role profile. Why Avenues? You'll join a supportive, values-led organisation where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is tangible. We offer flexible working, meaningful perks that value your time, energy and wellbeing, and the chance to be part of something that truly changes lives. If you're excited by the opportunity to lead meaningful communications and fundraising that transforms lives, we want to hear from you. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview stage. Ready to find out more? For an informal chat about the role, contact our recruitment team today or apply now and we will be in touch.

At Imago Community, we believe in creating change together and we re looking for a creative, confident, and people-focused Fundraising Manager to help us grow our income and inspire more people to support our work. You ll be joining a friendly, supportive team who share ideas and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to make a positive impact. In this varied and exciting role, you ll take the lead on developing and delivering imaginative fundraising initiatives, events, and campaigns, both in-person and online. You ll connect with new supporters and nurture existing relationships, building a community of people who are passionate about making a difference. From planning engaging events and writing compelling funding applications, to exploring new digital opportunities and telling stories that inspire, you ll play a key part in ensuring Imago can continue to deliver vital services. We re looking for someone who is: a natural relationship-builder confident, engaging, and comfortable making the ask for support experienced in fundraising or a related field like charity communications, marketing or event and project management creative, organised, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines skilled at telling stories that demonstrate impact and turning great ideas into successful fundraising initiatives motivated to achieve results while working collaboratively as part of a supportive team. You ll also need excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong IT abilities, and a commitment to compliance with fundraising regulations and GDPR. The role is based at our head office in Tunbridge Wells (moving to Lamberhurst in 2026). A Full UK Driver s Licence and access to a car are essential as you will visit our other offices, activities and events. If you re excited by the idea of inspiring generosity, building lasting connections, and helping us grow our impact, we d love to hear from you. We offer our employees: Inclusive values-based environment Competitive remuneration package Workplace pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays Opportunities for hybrid working Benenden Health Care Death in Service Benefit Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Supported Volunteering scheme Development opportunities and more Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please either submit your CV with a short covering note or visit our website for full details. Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion, and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities. Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.

We are delighted to be working in partnership with a much loved national Charity to recruit them a Relationship Manager to cover the South Coast - Kent, Southampton, Dorset, Hampshire and Sussex. About the role You will be joining a friendly and face paced fundraising team to identify, support and retain regional supporters. You will be responsible for; Driving engagement across your region (and beyond) to proactively identify, support, and retain supporters. Working with the wider Regional Fundraising Team and collaborate on relationships that might be across the UK You'll be generating a strong network of community and corporate supporters to secure sustainable income for the charity. You'll also be building a pipeline of prospects of community and corporate to ensure future support. About you To be successful in this role you must have Demonstrable knowledge of what it takes to proactively identify, develop, and cultivate supporters to maximise income and deliver against KPIs, objectives and the Community Team business plan. A good knowledge of the fundraising landscape and opportunities in the UK Experience of building and account managing/stewarding a personal portfolio of high value supporters & corporate partners, volunteers and in aid of events to achieve your financial target. Please note that this is a home based role with travel across the South Coast. You will need access to a car and have a valid driving licence. Please note that the closing date is the 1st September. For more information please contact Laura Iliff on (phone number removed). Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

We are delighted to be working in partnership with a much loved national Charity to recruit them a Relationship Manager to cover the South Coast - Kent, Southampton, Dorset, Hampshire and Sussex. About the role You will be joining a friendly and face paced fundraising team to identify, support and retain regional supporters. You will be responsible for; Driving engagement across your region (and beyond) to proactively identify, support, and retain supporters. Working with the wider Regional Fundraising Team and collaborate on relationships that might be across the UK You'll be generating a strong network of community and corporate supporters to secure sustainable income for the charity. You'll also be building a pipeline of prospects of community and corporate to ensure future support. About you To be successful in this role you must have Demonstrable knowledge of what it takes to proactively identify, develop, and cultivate supporters to maximise income and deliver against KPIs, objectives and the Community Team business plan. A good knowledge of the fundraising landscape and opportunities in the UK Experience of building and account managing/stewarding a personal portfolio of high value supporters & corporate partners, volunteers and in aid of events to achieve your financial target. Please note that this is a home based role with travel across the South Coast. You will need access to a car and have a valid driving licence. Please note that the closing date is the 1st September. For more information please contact Laura Iliff on . Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number . Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Rochester Airport, Kent Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday 37 hours Job Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent We are Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), and we fight every day to save lives. We are Team KSS, a close-knit team of dedicated, skilled, sector-leading experts with an incredible level of expertise. We are passionate about what we do which drives us to always deliver our very best. We re driven by our purpose of saving lives and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients. Last year alone we responded to over 3,000 incidents. We are fearless and tireless in fighting to save every life. Our charity headquarters and forward operating base are located at Rochester Airport, with our aircraft hangar and maintained at Redhill Aerodrome. When the call comes, we can reach any part of Kent, Surrey or Sussex in under 30 minutes. Key Responsibilities: Our new Individual Giving Manager will manage all day-to-day activities related to cause-led individual giving, in collaboration with the Head of Individual Fundraising. The post holder will engage both new and existing supporters, develop and test new approaches, and initially focus on Direct Debit recruitment with the support of pre-established third-party agencies. Inclusion and Diversity KSS is committed to creating an equal, diverse and truly inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome and able to be their authentic selves. We believe that everyone has the right to live without fear or prejudice, and be treated fairly, and with respect and dignity regardless of race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, social class, religion and belief. We reserve the right to close the position early if the role is filled. Benefits package is correct at the time this advert was published. Benefits: 33 days annual leave rising with service Occupational/Enhanced Sick Pay Enhanced Parental Leave Access to the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Events Access to the Wellbeing Hub Money Purchase Pension Scheme Group Life Assurance Cover Group Income Protection Cover Critical Illness Cover Employee Assistance Programmes Hybrid working Development opportunities REF-220039

The vacancy We are looking for a talented and ambitious Senior Trust Fundraising Manager with proven experience in trust fundraising, and management, to lead our successful Trust Fundraising Team. The role is based full time at RBLI's HQ in Aylesford, Kent and provides the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the life and impact of the charity across support for homeless veterans, disability employment and older care. The postholder line manages two Senior Bid Writers and one Trust Fundraiser, as well as freelancers, securing over £1m annually for varied revenue projects. The projects include: Lifeworks - RBLI's award-winning national employability support for unemployed veterans STEP IN - RBLI's holistic support for veterans overcoming homelessness SBMC and BBMC - RBLI's outstanding social enterprise factories employing 70% workers with disabilities and health conditions The post holder will lead on the creation of persuasive grant applications and sponsorship proposals, mainly for charitable trusts, lottery and statutory funding opportunities, but also works with the wider fundraising team to support and co-ordinate with major capital, corporate and HNWI approaches. The company Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) is a national charity that has been helping those in need for over 100 years, providing support to the Armed Forces community, those with disabilities and those who have found themselves unemployed. Each RBLI division offers a service to help veterans live an independent life with whatever support they require resulting in the successful delivery of a full-care pathway on-site to help veterans of any age or background from across the three services.

We are entering an exciting period, with a relatively new CEO in place, and to enable us to make the step change we need, we are seeking a new part-time Fundraising Manager to be part of our team. This role will report to the CEO and work closely with the Senior Management Team and others to support us to develop and deliver our ambitious 'people and nature' programmes by identifying and securing the necessary funds to achieve our vision. We are a small organisation with a culture of 'can do' and everyone mucking in. We currently do not have a fundraising team but anticipate the Fundraising Manager will build such a team on the back of increased income generation. The fundraising manager will use expert communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to identify fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. The fundraising manager will have overall responsibility to grow and deliver our fundraised income, focusing primarily on developing and submitting applications for grants from trusts and foundations, as well as supporting funder relationships. The role will focus initially on bid writing and grant applications to Charitable Trusts and Foundations, supporting individual giving initiatives and developing our Friends and Patrons Schemes. By coordinating events, writing proposals, and recruiting and leading volunteers, the fundraiser will hone speaking, writing, and leadership abilities while moving the Commonwork Trust closer to its financial goals. The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organised with a strong track record of successful fundraising. We're looking for someone who believes in the mission of the Commonwork Trust and has exceptional drive for furthering our fundraising efforts as well as strategising and delivering on new ones. This role is for 3 days per week (flexible working considered). Application Deadline: 31st March 2025

ellenor is a charity and a specialist palliative care provider for adults and children in Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley, and for children across the London Borough of Bexley. The Organisation has In-patient, Community, Wellbeing and therapeutic services at Northfleet. Join us as Project Co-Ordinator to help launch an exciting art trail across North Kent for a great cause! Working with our Project Manager, you ll deliver our first-ever Wild in Art sculpture trail, set for Summer 2026. Collaborate with artists and stakeholders to bring this inspiring project to life, raising vital funds and awareness for the hospice. If you're passionate about making a difference and want a rewarding role, we d love to hear from you! We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes, a generous annual leave allowance, and much more. Key Responsibilities of the role include: Manage the artists engagement including key dates for design submissions, workshops and sculpture deadlines. Provide administrative support to the Project Manager to deliver the project plan, timelines, income and expenditure budget etc. Assist in planning, developing and delivering public engagement events, fundraising activities and the final Farewell Auction. Be a key point of contact for all project enquiries to deliver all aspects of the project. Collaborate with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure highest levels of engagement and project delivery. Essential Requirements: Experience in assisting with the planning and delivery of large-scale impactful events. Proven experience in project co-ordination. Excellent communication skills, capable of representing the organisation at all levels. Creative and resilient approach to problem solving/issue resolution using creative flair to produce pro-active solutions to challenges. Access to a vehicle and a valid driving license with business insurance. This post is subject to Standard DBS clearance Vacancy Closing on: 28th February 2025 Interviews on: 6th and 11th March 2025 Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Therefore, if you are interested, kindly submit your application as soon as possible, as the vacancy may close prior to the closing date. At ellenor, we are committed to acknowledging and celebrating our differences, fostering an inclusive environment for all. Join us in building an outstanding and diverse team dedicated to supporting our patients and their families during one of life's most challenging times.

Are you passionate about landscapes, heritage, and communities? Do you have the skills to lead a transformative project celebrating and protecting one of the UK's most unique environments? Our client is seeking a Project Manager to deliver the National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported Whose Hoo project. Whose Hoo Scheme Manager Reference: JAN Location: Northward Hill, ME3 with some flexibility Salary: £32,022.00 - £34,377.00 Per Annum Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: 46 months Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance and Annual Leave This initiative engages communities, landowners, and volunteers to create a lasting legacy for the Hoo Peninsula's rich landscape and heritage. The role includes line managing a Community Engagement Officer and Fundraising Officer. About the Role As Project Manager, you will: Lead collaboration across 18 partner projects to ensure a cohesive, impactful scheme. Deliver the Whose Hoo programme to agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards, adhering to the employer's and National Lottery Heritage Fund frameworks. Coordinate a partnership Steering Group and work with heritage, cultural, and community organisations, landowners, volunteers, and local groups to achieve project goals. Act as the primary contact for the project, fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including funders and contractors. Promote the Hoo Peninsula's heritage to a wide audience, building the foundation for long-term success. Oversee progress monitoring, budget management, and reporting, ensuring compliance with funder and organisational standards. What this employer is looking for They need a driven, organised, and collaborative individual who can: Demonstrate project management experience, ideally in heritage, conservation, or community contexts. Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including landowners, volunteers, and local groups. Communicate effectively, inspiring support for the project and the Peninsula's heritage. Manage budgets, timelines, and reporting processes. Show passion for making a difference to landscapes and communities. What's in it for You? Join this leading nature conservation charity to play a pivotal role in a ground-breaking project that connects people with nature and heritage while safeguarding a unique landscape for future generations. You will work with a passionate team and partners, making a tangible impact on conservation and community engagement. This role is made possible through the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Flexibility is offered, but regular visits to the Hoo Peninsula (2-3 times per week) are required. Let's celebrate the Hoo Peninsula's remarkable heritage together! Closing date: 23:59, Sunday, 9th March 2025 This employer is looking to conduct interviews for this position from 17th March 2025. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). This charoty is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This emploter is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve their vision of creating a world richer in nature, they need more people, and more diverse people, on nature's side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, they are particularly interested in receiving your application. No agencies please.

Head of Welfare needed to manage the welfare services available in Kent. Your new company Hays are working in partnership with a UK based Housing Association/Charity to recruit for a senior leadership role. Due to internal restructuring, we are now recruiting for a new Head of Welfare. The Head of Welfare will be responsible for the following area's: Housing and Tenancy services, supported accommodation and floating support, community services and financial inclusion. The right person for the role with have the following attributes; Leader and motivator Operationally focussed Accountable Decision maker Team player Your new role Main responsibilities To be responsible of the effective management of welfare services in the dedicated village in Aylesford Kent including a supported accommodation and floating support across the village to vulnerable veterans. To provide support and guidance to the Veterans and their families and dependents on the village to support their transition to sustainable independent living beyond the village when appropriate. To develop and deliver a welfare framework appropriate to our beneficiaries that provides support and guidance to residents in a safe and empathetic way to tackle complex needs and also ensure that staff have appropriate skills and are supported to work safely with supervision. To build and maintain partnerships with external agencies who can support the needs of veterans. Key Responsibilities Responsible to develop a deliver an appropriate framework for the welfare provision e.g Psychologically Informed Environments or Trauma Informed. To develop a performance management framework and culture and lead continuous improvement in key operational performance. Take a strategic lead in welfare issues with key partners e.g. COBSEO housing group, Kent Housing Group, Local Authority partners and other housing providers and referral partners. Work closely with the Heads of Service to ensure that veterans and appropriate housed and supported to progress from supported to independent accommodation. Take part in the recruitment and selection of new staff. Contribute to the preparation of the annual plan for Living and the Welfare service identifying unmet need on the village, in the wider sector and future opportunities for development. Oversee the completion of concise and accurate performance reports for senior management and the boards and sub-committees to report and progress and facilitate appropriate strategic decisions. Deliver and implement a service user involvement strategy and ensure that residents have an input and influence in the design, delivery and evaluation of services. Support Services Support the welfare team to review, deliver and develop the STEP-IN support programme. To provide STEP-IN and wider floating support to veterans and their families. Ensure that outcomes of support and effectively recorded and reported including statutory reports and reports to funders. Work with the fundraising team to identify areas of need to support bids for new work and to ensure that reports for current funding are completed accurately and promptly. Work with referral partners to ensure that homeless and vulnerable veterans are identified. Oversee the delivery of benefits advice to residents and work closely with local authority and national partners to ensure that veterans access the support they are entitled to. Oversee the development and delivery of a range of community activities across the village to support the range of residents on the village and ensure there are supportive peer engagement opportunities Oversee the development of a range of community activities around education, training and employment including our horticulture and fitness activities in the welfare team. Work with the Director of Living and the fundraising team to identify new community services, facilities or activities that support the wellbeing of veterans and their families. Ensure systems are in place to protect beneficiaries and that staff are trained and experienced in identifying and reporting concerns. Establish an appropriate supervisory programme for staff dealing with complex beneficiary cases. Financial Management Control all income and expenditure within the agreed annual budget and ongoing forecasts to achieve successful cost control and income streams leading to successful financial management. Ensure that funding reports and returns are completed promptly and accurately. Communication Enthuse and inspire the Welfare Team to deliver excellent services to veterans Develop and foster good working relationships and communication with Head of Property Services, Health and Safety Manager and care managers across the village. Ensure effective and clear communication with residents and allow feedback from residents Develop plans to maximise the use of technology to deliver more effective and efficient services to residents. People Management Undertake all HR related activity and processes as requested by the HR Department and SMT including but not limited to line management of your direct reports, absence management, performance management, investigations, disciplinary and grievance hearings and annual appraisals. Undertake recruitment as and when necessary in order to ensure that a balanced, skilled and flexible workforce is maintained now and in the future. Ensure that training needs are assessed, implemented and monitored for all team members where appropriate Implement Investors in People in the division as part of a Company-wide initiative. Ensure a safe working environment for all employees, providing training as appropriate and health and safety measures as required in order to comply with legislative requirements Promote good data protection and information security principles within your team General Show courtesy and respect to tenants/residents and relations at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of life, respect and confidentiality. During day to day activities such as visits to tenant's homes, report any concerns to the Director. Be aware of and always comply with, all relevant company policies and procedures and all relevant statutory responsibilities including fire arrangements, Health and Safety issues including moving and handling, COSHH regulations, maintaining records diligently and accurately as required. Friendly, courteous, and efficient manner and promote positively at all times in the local community. Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings. Participate in the supervision and appraisal process. Advise immediately any defects in plant or equipment used for the care and safety of tenants / residents and their relations as well as staff health and safety. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills Relevant qualification Social Work, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist or similar with management experience. Experience of developing and delivering welfare support services Track record in empowering teams to deliver excellent performance Understanding of the needs of veterans with a empathy for their experiences Excellent planning and organisational skills Able to challenge and take action to address poor performance Ability innovate and transform services to become user focussed Excellent understanding of the regulatory framework around welfare and support services in England Desirable Skills Management qualification Knowledge of charity or private sector Working with local authorities Risk Management Passionate about supporting veterans of the armed forces What you'll get in return What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 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Great Fundraising Manager opportunity that will see you working across all streams of fundraising to create new approaches. TPP Fundraising and Development team are lucky enough to be working with an amazing health charity as they look to recruit a Fundraising Manager. This is a key position within their charity in raising their profile through identifying new opportunities for them to grow their income, creating new and engaging ways to fundraise. You will lead a team of fundraisers to grow income in line with budgets and successfully implement a strategy you developed. You will also be part of the management team, having a real say in the direction the charity and fundraising team take. Job title: Fundraising Manager Charity type: Health charity Salary: £40,000 Location: Sidcup, Kent They are looking for candidates who have experience working within a senior fundraising role, successfully securing income from a range of funding channels. You will have devised a fundraising strategy, creatively thinking about new income steams the charity could take. You will have led a team, supported in their personal and professional development. If you feel you have the necessary skills to succeed in this role and want to hear further information then please do apply within. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Corporate Relations Officer Location: Rochester Airport Salary: £19,000 - £21,000 Application Deadline: 10th December 2021 Job Summary Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) provides world-leading pre-hospital medical services to critically ill or injured patients wherever they are, whenever they need it. We serve a population of 4.8 million people plus a transient population of 90 million people, making us one of the busiest Air Ambulances in the UK. We are at the forefront of utilising technology and innovation to save lives and improve patient outcomes. To support our service, we are looking for a highly engaged and organised Corporate Relations Officer who will provide a high level of stewardship to our ever-expanding portfolio of corporate supporters within our communities. Although this is a fixed-term maternity cover position, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering the stewardship and fundraising activities that we offer to our corporate supporters. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised individual who can manage a range of multiple tasks at once. Previous experience within corporate fundraising would be desirable, however the role may provide an opportunity for interested applicants who want to commence a career within corporate fundraising and/or business development. Duties to include: - Co-ordinate the delivery of corporate fundraising activities to meet income targets, working collaboratively with teams across the organisation to ensure high quality outcomes - Provide appropriate stewardship to businesses and their employees. Communicating in a timely and professional fashion either by email, telephone, letter or face to face, taking into consideration charity guidelines and values - Assist the Head of Corporate Relations in expanding KSS's portfolio. This may include supporting new initiatives or developing compelling pitches and proposals for Charity of the Year partnerships or other funding opportunities - Collaborate with the Events Team to support the successful delivery of KSS fundraising events (e.g. the annual Golf Day), considering sponsorship opportunities and business participation - To record and maintain accurate information on corporate relationships within the charity's database system - Provide support to organisations to maximise income or staff fundraising. Log and arrange disbursement of any gifts in kind from corporate organisations to ensure maximum benefits to the KSS - To manage the network of collection boxes, exploring and proposing new opportunities to grow cash income through collections, including how sites could be expanded or the contribution of volunteers improved - Maintain an awareness of KSS's strategy and vision for the future and how corporate fundraising might play a role in supporting with funding opportunities - Understand and keep up to date on all relevant fundraising regulations and best practice guidelines - as set out by KSS's internal processes, policies and procedures - Work closely with colleagues within the broader Income Generation and Marketing and Communications Team to ensure consistency of the KSS brand and messaging within the department's activities - Develop relationships with the Operational and Clinical Managers to support corporate activities such as base visits and HEMS Insight Days Please be aware that KSS will look to conduct interviews in early December, however this vacancy will continue to be advertised until a successful candidate has been appointed. So, if you're seeking your next challenge as a Corporate Relations Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Other organisations may call this role Relations Officer, Corporate Relations Manager, Fundraising Officer, Senior Relations Officer, Corporate Relations Comms Manager, or Corporate Relations Co-ordinator.

This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced fundraising lead with skills across income generating channels and a hands-on approach, to be involved in establishing and growing a fundraising culture and service in a respected patient organisation charity. Allergy UK is the only national charity that provides support services for the breadth of the allergic community across the UK. With your expertise and innovation our charity can diversify and grow its income generation through a range of fundraising opportunities, which will enable us to ensure that we can deliver even more support and services to the estimated 21 million allergic community across England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. Allergy UK's "new ambition" is a vision where 'no-one should die from allergy' and our mission is 'for everyone in the UK to take allergy seriously'. At the core of our 5-year 'strategy for change' is the exciting opportunity for an experienced Fundraising Manager to lead the development and implementation of an income generation strategy and the establishment of Allergy UK as a fundraising charity. The Fundraising Manager will play a key role in raising our national profile, identifying opportunities for growing our income through creating new approaches to fundraising. The postholder will be responsible for raising and growing revenue in line with budget expectations and will lead and implement a strategy to increase diversification of income. They will grow and lead a team of fundraisers and be a member of the management team reporting to the CEO. Candidates should have a track record of achievement and leadership at a senior level in income generation, preferably with expertise in the not-for-profit sector. Key responsibilities are: * Senior member of the Operational Management Team with the responsibility for bringing about and embedding an internal cultural change and focus on income generation across the charity. * Creating, implementing, and delivering a sustainable Income Generation Strategy that is aligned to the charity's strategic objectives, building support, generating income, and raising the profile of the charity across the UK. * Working closely with teams across the charity and its trading subsidiary service areas to deliver an implementation plan that supports the Income Generation Strategy and creates a sustainable model for the organisation. * Developing and monitoring fundraising data to inform and report on return-on-investment performance. Benefits * Competitive salary depending on experience. * Excellent annual leave allowance: 28 days per annum (plus the 8 Bank Holidays) * Pension Scheme, 5% employee, 3% employer. * 35-hour week; Monday-Friday, 9-5 (1 hour for lunch). * Allergy education/training provided. * Role based in Sidcup, Kent. * Free Parking