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The Vacancy

New Business Fundraising Executive

Fundraising Department
Full time, 37.5 hours a week (applications for four days a week will also be considered)
10-month fixed-term contract, expected to begin around 1 December 2026

At Hospice in the Weald, we are committed to providing outstanding care for people facing life-limiting illness and supporting their families. The generosity of local businesses, schools, community organisations, faith groups, clubs and networks is vital to helping us fund and develop our services, and we are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Fundraising Team.

About the opportunity

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive New Business Fundraising Executive to join us on a 10-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated relationship builder to identify and secure new supporters for Hospice in the Weald, including donations, fundraising, sponsorship, events, Gifts in Kind and volunteering.

Based at the main Hospice in Pembury, Kent, the role involves regular travel across West Kent and East Sussex, with up to 40% of time working from home. You will spend much of your time out in the community, building a strong pipeline of prospective supporters and securing new business before handing established partnerships to fundraising colleagues.

Who we're looking for

The right candidate will be confident approaching potential supporters in person and by phone, enjoy building professional relationships and be motivated by achieving results. You will have experience in business development, fundraising, sales, account management or partnership development, alongside a proven ability to generate income, secure partnerships or develop new opportunities.

You will be organised, proactive and comfortable managing a pipeline, delivering presentations and representing the Hospice at networking and community events. A full driving licence and access to a car are required. Just as importantly, you will share an empathy for the work of Hospice in the Weald and be committed to delivering an excellent supporter experience as part of a fun and supportive team.

About You

• Identify, research and secure new fundraising opportunities with businesses and community organisations.
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospective corporate and community supporters.
• Secure sponsorship, donations, charity partnerships and fundraising opportunities against agreed targets.
• Deliver persuasive presentations and pitches, and confidently network with new contacts.
• Provide excellent supporter care and ensure timely follow-up with prospects.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and report on income, activity and progress.
• Work independently, use initiative and collaborate effectively with fundraising colleagues.
• Follow relevant legislation, safeguarding requirements and the Code of Fundraising Practice.

If you are an enthusiastic, personable and self-motivated relationship builder who would enjoy creating new partnerships in support of local hospice care, we would love to hear from you.

We look forward to hearing from you.

The Company

Hospice in the Weald was founded in 1980 as a small home-care service in West Kent, born out of local community effort to support people with life-limiting illnesses.

Over the decades it has grown from those humble beginnings into a vital palliative care charity serving West Kent and northern East Sussex, expanding its services to include an in-patient ward, day services, outreach and counselling support, all free of charge.

Today, more than 40 years on, Hospice in the Weald continues to provide compassionate, personalised care to patients and their loved ones, celebrating life and offering dignity at the end of life for thousands in the local community.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AND JOBS PAGE TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION DIRECTLY AND TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOSPICE IN THE WEALD.