FUNDRAISING OFFICER
**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**-MONTH CONTRACT
HYBRID APPROACH
ABOUT MDI:
Muscular Dystrophy Ireland (MDI) is a voluntary organisation that
provides support to people with neuromuscular conditions and their
families. Muscular Dystrophy Ireland envisages an Ireland that enables
people with neuromuscular conditions to fully participate in society
and reach their full potential.
OUR MISSION: Our mission is to support people with Muscular Dystrophy.
We do this, using a member-centred approach, by:
* Providing information and support to people with neuromuscular
conditions and their families through a range of support services.
* Advocating for services and entitlements for members, educating
and informing society about the conditions.
* Supporting researchers and clinicians to carry out quality
research into neuromuscular conditions.
ABOUT MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY:
Muscular Dystrophy is a collective name for a range of neuromuscular
conditions. It is characterised as a progressive weakening, wasting
and loss of _muscle_ mass over time. It can present at birth,
childhood or manifest later in life.
MDI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER
POSITION DETAILS
JOB TITLE: Fundraising Officer
CONTRACT TYPE: *-month contract
LOCATIONS: Hybrid Approach with a minimum of 2 days per week at MDI
National Office, * Lucan Road, Chapelizod,
Dublin *
SALARY: € *, * pro rata
HOURS: 8-hour day, * hours per week, one hour
paid break. Some evening and weekend work may be required during
fundraising events or campaigns.
REPORTS TO: MDI Fundraising Support / CEO
ROLE DESCRIPTION
As a Fundraising Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting
our organisation's fundraising strategies. This position offers an
opportunity for individuals interested in gaining practical experience
in fundraising while contributing to the overall mission of MDI. You
will work closely with the Fundraising Support and CEO to execute
various tasks aimed at increasing donor engagement, raising funds and
awareness of MDI, and promoting our services and initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assisting with general administrative work relating to fundraising
events and campaigns, ensuring participants and donors have everything
they need.
* Maintain donor databases and ensure the accuracy of donor
information.
* Maintain organised files and documentation related to fundraising
activities.
* Assist in drafting fundraising materials and communications
including website content and social media posts relating to
fundraising events and campaigns.
* Conduct research and support the development of fundraising
opportunities and strategies for MDI.
* Represent MDI at fundraising events and cheque presentations.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Participate in internal supervision with the line management.
* Attend team meetings and staff training as required.
* Any other duties that may be required by the organisation to full
fill the needs of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
1.1 ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS
* 2 years’ experience in busy office setting
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
and familiarity with social media platforms
* Excellent organisation and time management skills
* Proven ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Empathy
* Attention to detail
* Full, clean drivers’ licence is essential
1.2 DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
* Experience of working with people with disabilities
* Experience working in a community / voluntary organisation
* Experience in event planning or communications
1.3 KEY BEHAVIOURS:
* Organised and focused
* Empathy and personable
* Determination and flexibility
* Commitment to the aims and goals of Muscular Dystrophy Ireland.
1.4 SPECIAL CONDITIONS
* * days annual leave (pro rata)
* Parking available on office days
* This post is subject to Garda Clearance and a two-day induction
period.
PLEASE EMAIL YOUR CV AND COVER LETTER TO: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
The closing date is **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH AUGUST **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**.
Shortlisting will be applied; phone interview screening may be
applied, and interviews will be held in early September.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
