JOB TITLE: COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING MANAGER
LOCATION: Rathmines (Hybrid)
REPORT TO: Commercial Director
The Irish Heart Foundation is a community of people who fight to
protect the cardiovascular health of everyone in Ireland. Together we
are working to eliminate preventable death and disability from heart
disease and stroke, and to support and care for those living with
these life-changing conditions. We work to achieve this by:
* Caring for and speaking out for people in the community living
with heart conditions and stroke, and their families.
* Innovating and leading in health promotion and prevention to
change health behaviours and reduce cardiovascular risk.
* Building a nation of lifesavers through CPR training.
* Campaigning and advocating for policies that support people to
live healthier lives.
* Information provision.
Our team currently is approx. * employees and
up to * volunteers working towards the
Foundation’s vision of a future where no hearts are broken by
preventable heart disease.
THE ROLE
The COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING MANAGER IS responsible for developing and
implementing a strategy that aims to evolve the Foundation’s
approach to fundraising within the community. A key skill set for the
role is rallying and building a strong community of fundraisers, in
person and online, inspiring them to help fix all broken hearts.
Leading the Community Fundraising Team and managing two direct
reports, this role comprises of five distinct areas:
* In Person national fundraising event(s) that will promote the
charity, increase brand recognition and awareness of need for support
while also growing income.
* Third party events and challenges.
* Supporter led fundraising (individuals, community groups &
committees).
* School partnerships (working closely with our Children and Young
People team).
* Support/fulfilment function for Digital/ Facebook challenges
(working with the digital team).
The Community Fundraising Manager will work to achieve pre-set income
targets and agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and maintain
accurate records on our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT:
* Develop and execute a multi-year Community Fundraising strategy to
identify, cultivate, and secure income generating opportunities on a
regional and national level that align with our brand, mission, and
values.
* Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications teams to maximise
awareness of and engagement with Community Fundraising activities.
* Establish and maintain relationships with individuals, community
groups, committees and schools ensuring their ongoing commitment and
support.
* Conduct research to keep informed of emerging trends in Community
Fundraising. This may include new fundraising initiatives for either a
broad base or niche of public supporters that will encourage
participation and loyalty to the Foundation.
* Create supporter journeys in collaboration with other fundraising
teams and the Digital Team, using insight and data to drive a
high-level of activation and retention.
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PERFORMANCE AND REPORTING:
* Work to pre-set income targets and agreed KPIs, regularly
reviewing progress and adjusting strategies and activities as needed.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of campaigns and events
in the CRM system as well as digital tools across a variety of
third-party fundraising platforms, i.e. JustGiving, Facebook, Idonate,
to drive fundraisers’ revenue.
* Prepare and present reports on Community Fundraising activities to
the Commercial Director and senior management on a monthly basis or as
required.
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TEAM MANAGEMENT:
* Work as a key member of our passionate Fundraising Leadership
Team, collaborating for the betterment of the whole organisation and
its mission.
* Lead on strategy and planning for the Community Fundraising team.
* Manage the Community Fundraising Executive and Intern, providing
leadership and guidance in their roles and support in their personal
development.
* Ensure delivery of high-quality supporter care and administrative
tasks across all Community Fundraising activities.
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DISPOSITION:
* Superb leadership and interpersonal skills, a high level of
energy, emotional intelligence and enthusiasm for both their role and
the work of the Foundation.
* They will be able to connect with fundraisers and service users in
a warm, supportive, and effective manner through a variety of mediums
(face to face, phone, email etc.)
* Positive and proactive outlook and approach, with a real interest
in maintaining our excellent team culture.
* Occasional travel will be required as a public-facing voice for
the Foundation, presenting to raise the profile and generate support
and much needed funding.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Commitment to the mission and values of the Irish Heart
Foundation.
* A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.
* Degree in business, Marketing, or a related field (desirable but
not essential).
* Line management of at least one person.
* Able to develop, implement and monitor business plans, present
budgets and interpret financial information.
* Excellent experience in customer service and/or supporter care.
* Experience of using social media & other digital platforms to
drive revenue.
* Able to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to
the wider team and organisation strategy.
* Excellent negotiation skills.
* Natural problem solver and multiple tasker.
* A proven track record of success in leading and managing a team of
comparable size and complexity, to deliver high quality results to
deadlines.
* Experience of using a CRM system for effective analysis of
campaigns and trend giving patterns.
* Full driver’s licence.
The above is a guide to the nature of the work required. It is not
exhaustive. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis in line
with business needs.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH IRISH HEART FOUNDATION:
Flexible working with our hybrid working model, our team enjoy more
flexibility working from home and our Head office location in
Rathmines.
We provide benefits to help you protect your health and financial
security; and give you peace of mind.
* Pension scheme with employer contributions, from day 1 of service
* Life assurance of 4 times base salary with immediate effect
* Income continuance/disability benefit, at no cost to you from day
1 of service
* Paid Maternity leave
* Company sick pay
* Company health checks
* Generous annual leave policy including additional company days
* Bike to Work Scheme, Travel Saver Tickets, Excellent public
transport links
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* A wonderful office we are proud of with excellent working, kitchen
and changing facilities
* Events organised by social club and Health and Well-being
Committee
* CPR Training for all employees
* Ongoing Training and Development initiatives to help you grow your
career with us
DETAILS OF ROLE AND APPLICATION PROCESS
This is a full-time, Monday to Friday. To apply please provide an
up-to-date curriculum vitae and cover letter outlining how you suit
the post by email to Klara O’Malley, HR Manager.
EMAIL: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
The closing date for this position is *th of
February
_The Irish Heart Foundation is an equal opportunities employer._
_The Irish Heart Foundation has a strict no smoking policy._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
