JOB TITLE: Philanthropy Manager
JOB PURPOSE: To manage the Donor Care team and ensure excellence in
donor care and philanthropic services.
DURATION: Fixed Term Contract (2 year) on Full Time Basis
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REPORTING TO: Head of Grants, Donor Care and Impact
DIRECT REPORTS: Yes
JOB LOCATION: 3rd Floor Phibsborough Tower, Phibsborough Road, Dublin
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We are currently operating a hybrid arrangement of in-person and
remote working due to the Covid **Apply on the website** pandemic.
Applications are welcomed from candidates residing outside of Dublin
on the understanding that travel to the Dublin office will be required
on a regular basis
TRAVEL/ DRIVING LICENSE REQUIRED: No
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR IRELAND
The Community Foundation for Ireland believes in a fair, caring and
vibrant Ireland for now and the future. We work with individuals,
families, corporates and other trusts and foundations to translate
giving in the moment to giving that is strategic and impactful. We
respond to Ireland?s complex needs by building deep relationships
with non-profit organisations working at the coal face. We build
platforms with local communities and collaborate with the public
sector. We use our knowledge to help donors translate their
aspirations of giving back into effective investments of their
experience and resources. We have been providing grants since **Apply
on the website** and to date we have distributed over ?**Apply on
the website** million to communities in Ireland and abroad. We have a
dedicated and committed staff; they have extensive experience of
grant-making from working with over 4,**Apply on the website**
non-profit organisations at a national, regional and local level
throughout Ireland and overseas. With over 1,**Apply on the website**
community foundations globally, the community foundation model is
proven and effective model for social change.
Our team is growing over recent years and we are recruiting for an
experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our Grants, Donor Care and
Impact function to provide leadership and ensure excellent donor care
is at the heart of what we do. The central function of the Donor Care
team is to ensure high-quality philanthropic advice, grant-making
services and to effective communications to our donors, which include
families and individuals, Trusts and Foundations and corporate
organisations.
This is a diverse and dynamic role, offering the opportunity to lead a
team of dedicated professionals and ensure each donor to the Community
Foundation for Ireland is stewarded to the highest possible standard
and supported to maximise their philanthropic giving. It is a unique
opportunity to play a key role in developing philanthropy in Ireland,
learning and networking across the community and voluntary sector in
Ireland.
THE PHILANTHROPY MANAGER WILL PLAY A PIVOTAL ROLE IN LEADING THIS WORK
AND THEIR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
STRATEGIC INPUT
* Play key role in enacting the organisation?s overall Strategy
with a focus on excellence in Donor Care
* Enhance and implement overall Donor Care framework for the
organisation
* Be informed of best practice in donor care and philanthropy in
Ireland and internationally
* Support the development of internal policies as required
* Prepare management reports on key issues as required
* Contribute annually to the preparation of The Community Foundation
for Ireland budget process
* Ensure impact is at the forefront of our thinking and communicated
effectively to donors
DONOR CARE & PHILANTROPHY
* Working closely with the Head of Grants, Donor Care & Impact,
oversee management of donor advised funds and CFI donors to ensure
excellent donor care and philanthropic impact are to the fore
* Contribute to the development of grant-making plans and strategies
for donor funds
* Management of key donor funds and fund stakeholder relationships
* Responsibility for meeting team targets to maintain and grow
existing funds
* Working closely with the wider team to ensure grant-making is
carried out effectively and that donors are informed of opportunities
to create social impact
* Working closely with Communications team to ensure high quality
donor communications and key outputs
* Developing donor education and stewardship programmes
* Work closely with the Development team in implementing the donor
care framework, allocating new accounts and building strong
relationships with donors spanning grantmaking and fund development
objectives
* Organising and supporting events and visits which showcase our
work and impact and encourage donors to invest.
TEAM MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
* Line Management of a team of Grants and Donor Care Executives
* Recruitment and training of new staff for this team as required
* Support team to ensure coordination of activities and approaches
* Monitor team progress against targets and take necessary steps to
manage and support staff to ensure objectives are achieved
* Provide ongoing coaching, support and on the job training
* Support staff in identifying their personal and learning and
development needs
* Linking with HR in relationship to practices and processes and
wider strategy
All staff are required to:
* carry out their work in accordance with the organisational values
and ensure that their behaviours are in keeping with our values.
* be aware of, understand and comply with all of the Foundations
policies and procedures.
* maintain at all times the confidentiality of information received.
* Identify opportunities for personal development and learning.
* carry out such other appropriate tasks and work as requested.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
The ideal candidate will have:
* Prior experience in a people management role
* At least 3 years donor care and/or high-value relationship
management experience
* High standards in customer care and attention to detail in a busy
environment
* Experience of philanthropy and the charity sector in Ireland and
challenges and opportunities in progressing greater equality and
social change in Ireland
* Excellent written and spoken English, with strong communication
and presentation skills
* High levels of proficiency in the application of Salesforce or
similar CRM system
* Excellent data management and analytical skills
* An ability to multitask and prioritise
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
* Experience or knowledge of grant making processes
If you are interested in applying for this role, please e-mail your CV
and covering letter to **Apply on the website** no later than 5 p.m on
**Apply on the website**th November **Apply on the website**.
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