Southend RNLI Lifeboat Station Fundraising Chair

We are looking for a forward thinking, enthusiastic Chair to lead our team of fundraisers for the next 3 years

Southend Lifeboat Station has a busy and very active fundraising team who work closely with the lifeboat crew and operational teams to fundraise to support the vital work carried out on the coast around Southend. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, drive and ideally experience in leading a team to take on the vital Chair role, and to drive income forwards.

You will act as the key contact for the team, working with central RNLI teams to help to develop the group. This is an inclusive, highly successful and welcoming team who really do make a difference, with this role being absolutely vital in helping sustain and grow activity in and around Southend.

Ideally you'll have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be able to motivate and lead and be confident with public speaking. We would like the role to be a fixed term post for 3 years, but are open to flexibility on this depending on the candidate.

Basic IT skills

Strong Communication skills

Strong Interpersonal skills

Leadership experience

Enthusiasm

Ability to motivate and organise

As the Chair of the fundraising team, you will be responsible for the overall direction and ambition of the team, with Central RNLI teams supporting you in enabling the team to grow income and awareness in and around Southend.