Fundraising and Communications Manager

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 14th SeptemberPlanned interviews: Tuesday 23rd 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 […]

We’re hiring: Fundraising and Communications Manager

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)

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