A complete list of events can be found here on the Kent CAN events calendar.
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The KM Charity Team is accepting requests from organisations wishing to have blocks of places at its shared fundraising events. In 2012 the KM Charity Team will stage three abseils and two sponsored bike rides at various Kent locations. It will also stage the KM Dragon Boat Race at Mote Park, Maidstone and the Kent Water Zorbing Championships in Herne Bay. All seven events can be used by any charity or good cause to raise funds for themselves. All of these receive media publicity through KM Group newspapers, kmfm radio stations and Kentonline website.

There is no cost to your good cause for taking up places at a collaborative event. KM Charity Team handle all aspects of the event ticketing, staging, sponsorship forms, stewarding and check-in – and will supply a promotional toolkit to help you let your supporters know about the event. The KM Team will stage a photocall with your local KM Group editor where you will receive the sponsorship raised. You can use these high profile fun events to beef up your fundraising calendar in 2012.

To find out how your good cause can benefit from these successful collaborative events call Simon Dolby on 0844 264 0291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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External Resourcing Officer (part-time) – 18½ hours per week

Salary Range: £ 36,003 to £ 40,746 per annum, pro rata

Do you have a proven track record in securing external funding and grant applications?

Can you help us secure external funding to meet our priorities?

Dover District Council is offering an exciting part-time opportunity for an experienced external resourcing officer to drive forward a strategic approach to external funding across the Authority, by identifying and securing funding to achieve a range of important corporate outcomes.

You will be up to date with a broad range of potential sources of funding and be able to advise the authority on how best to secure external funds to meet its priorities. You will have plenty of experience of securing major funding, be able to use your strong knowledge and networks to lead this important area of work through challenging financial times. The authority and partners already have a history of securing major funding and we are looking for somebody able to build on this track record.

Download: Job Description & Personal Specification

For an informal discussion on this post, please contact Brinley Hill, Alternative Service Delivery Manager on (01304) 872246.

Closing Date For Applications: Wednesday 18 April 2012

Interview: Thursday 3 May 2012