JOB DETAILS
TITLE: Community Fundraising & Events Executive (CFEE)
DURATION: Permanent, Full Time
SALARY: € *, * -
€ *, * p.a.
REPORTING TO: Corporate Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager (CPPM)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The Irish Red Cross Society (IRC) is part of the world’s largest
independent humanitarian network, the International Red Cross and Red
Crescent Movement. The IRC is committed to and bound by its
Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality,
Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality.
The vision of the Irish Red Cross is to be a leading humanitarian
organisation, providing impartial services and support to vulnerable
communities both at home and abroad. Our mission is to identify and
deliver humanitarian assistance to those who are most in need.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
The Community Fundraising & Events Executive is responsible for
delivering funds from members of the public and community groups who
wish to participate in activities or events for the purpose of raising
funds for the Irish Red Cross.
The CFEE will act as the liaison between the IRC National Office and
its branch network, for the purpose of supporting and building
awareness of local branch activities and their fundraising efforts.
The CFEE will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of
annual IRC events.
We are seeking a dynamic individual with exceptional motivation and
networking skills to drive this critical and expanding area of Irish
Red Cross fundraising.
This is an exciting role for a self-starting individual who wants to
make a difference working with one of Ireland’s most respected
charity organisations.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and
be able to pro- actively engage with donors and IRC branches on a
routine basis. This candidate will also have the capacity to draft
concise and articulate proposals and operational plans and be
comfortable delivering presentations and programme updates in informal
and formal settings.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
* In this role, the Community Fundraising & Events Executive will:
* Develop new short and long-term community relationships in support
of the Irish Red Cross
* Take the lead on Community Donor Engagement - including events, PR
& promotion.
* Nurture, develop and manage key fundraising relationships with
existing community groups and schools’ relationships.
* Maximise income from Community & Events fundraising streams.
* Create fundraising materials for the IRC branch network, community
groups and schools.
* Assist in the organisation of community and branch fundraising
events as required.
* Work with IRC branches nationwide to support and build awareness
of branch fundraising activities.
* Develop quality fundraising proposals and project plans, and
timely donor reports.
* Promote awareness about the work of the Irish Red Cross and its
branch network.
* Assist with national fundraising activity.
* Work actively towards the achievement of Irish Red Cross goals.
* Undertake training and development as required.
* Abide by and uphold the Principles of the International Red Cross
Red Crescent Movement.
* Undertake any other reasonable work-related duties and
responsibilities assigned by the relevant line manager that are
consistent with the nature of the job and level of responsibility.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* A minimum of 3 years proven and relevant experience in fundraising
and/or business development
* All levels of education will be considered. However, good
communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
* Competency of engagement with established social media channels.
* Strong reporting & IT skills – including CRM Databases, MS
Office.
* Full clean driving license – and vehicle.
* Flexible approach to working hours in response to the varying
demands of the office.
* Good administrative and organisational skills
* Ability to speak and write fluent English.
* A track record of meeting deadlines and targets.
* Excellent attention to detail.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
* Confident networker with the ability to forge strong working
relationships.
* Experience in Community fundraising and relationship management is
desired.
* Experience of dealing with sensitive information in a discreet
manner
* Flexibility and adaptability and a willingness to take on
additional duties.
* A keen interest and understanding of the not-for-profit sector and
fundraising principles.
* Committed interest in the work & principles of the Irish Red Cross
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Ability to respond to a varying workload in a busy environment.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The Irish Red Cross is an equal opportunities employer. We value
diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome
applications for people from all sections of the community,
irrespective of gender, civil status, family status, sexual
orientation, religion, age, disability, race or membership of the
Traveller community. This role requires applicants to have the right
to work in Ireland.
This role is in the Irish Red Cross “Admin & Development” job
family.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this role, please forward a copy of your CV, together
with a cover letter setting out how you meet the essential and
desirable criteria for this role to: *
Applications should be in .pdf or MS Word format, and with file names
in the following format:
*
*
The closing date for applications is August 9th **Apply on the
website**.
Shortlisting for interview will be on the basis of the essential and
desirable criteria for this role.
Please note that there may be a second round of interviews
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
