Brogdale Collections is a charity working to provide the public with access to and education about the National Fruit Collection (NFC), which is situated at Brogdale, near Faversham, Kent. It is one of the largest and most important fruit collections in the world. We are seeking a part-time Fundraising Manager who will contribute to delivering the Charity’s objectives by securing funds for its core activities, projects, and development. These aim to enhance the visitor experience, public access, and information on the National Fruit Collection and Brogdale in general and to significantly increase our visitor numbers and reach, including the number of schools and children. The position is permanent, working two days a week in the Faversham office. (Some home working may be possible.) Fundraising Manager Key Areas of Responsibility Developing strategies and setting goals for fundraising targets Sourcing new organisations and opportunities to raise funds Creating and nurturing relationships with potential providers Keeping in touch with existing donors and stakeholders Writing proposals and applications for grants Preparing and giving presentations on our activities and our charitable objective Providing regular reports for the Trustees Liaising with the operations team Completing successful donor reports to deadlines and meeting their criteria Overseeing related fund-raising events and campaigns Skills Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Good public relations and networking skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Numeracy and an understanding of the charitable sector Able to work both in a team and individually Plan & manage their own time to ensure delivery of KPIs and targets Accurate, organised and on - time reporting & results delivery Experience & Qualifications Experience in the charitable sector Experience in sourcing new revenue streams and funding opportunities Experience in successfully completing grant applications Knowledge of sponsorships and other commercial fundraising would be an advantage Experience in managing multiple tasks to deadline and prioritising own workload Brogdale Collections has enabled visitor access to the NFC since the start of their curation in 2008. The charity offers a range of opportunities for the public to enjoy the collections, including daily guided tours, fruit days, festivals and events, and Key Stage 1 & 2 Education Days, with almost 2000 schoolchildren visiting each year. Practicals Location – Brogdale Farm, Faversham, Kent Some home working is possible