Job Title Community Fundraiser Responsible to: Community & Events Fundraising Manager Hours per week: 35 hours Mon Fri Location: NICHS HQ, 21, Dublin Road, Belfast however extensive travel around NI will be required Hybrid Working arrangements are available Salary:£ 31, 586 (NJC point 20) Contract: Full Time Permanent KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Job purpose: An exciting opportunity has arisen within NICHS Income Generation to join our Community Fundraising team.
Working within a small team, and reporting to the Community and Events Fundraising Manager, the post holder will proactively develop and retain support for NICHS across Northern Ireland, maximising both income and return on investment across various campaigns, events and activities.
The key duties of the post holder will be to develop meaningful relationships and to raise funds and awareness of NICHS at a grass-roots community level.
Key Tasks Active Fundraising To work with the Community & Events Fundraising Manager and the team to initiate, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate a broad range of activities to maximise net income and improve Return On Investment (ROI).
This will include: Initiating contacts and developing fundraising relationships and activities with: Families and individuals Community groups and membership organisations, including sports clubs and religious institutions Schools Local businesses Third-party Event participants and HQ-organised Event participants Funeral Directors Providing extremely high quality support and adding expert value and advice for all community-led fundraising events Supporting the promotion and marketing of Donations In Lieu Of Gifts (DILOG) across communities and developing ongoing relationships.
To participate in building new strongholds of support, targeting specific, agreed geographical areas.
This will include working with the team to proactively identify, cultivate and steward new volunteers to support fundraising activities.
To manage and develop relationships with a core group of voluntary community ambassadors across NI Marketing and communications To build strong relationships with NICHS services staff to provide a focus for local fundraising.
To ensure the timely and effective marketing of all Community Fundraising activities to maximise participation, net income and ROI.
To work with the team to deliver social and digital media plans for events and activities to maximise online engagement, marketing and awareness.
Stewardship & Accountability To achieve or exceed targets through a vibrant programme of fundraising activity and by managing resources within the agreed expenditure budget.
To account for, forecast, and report on all expenditure and income and be aware of ROI.
To provide activity reports as agreed with the Community & Events Fundraising Manager.
To ensure effective use of the Raisers Edge database in monitoring income and reporting on each campaign and activity.
To ensure that the highest standards of donor care are provided to all fundraisers and volunteers.
To ensure compliance with all relevant fundraising policies and legislation Other Duties To be innovative and creative in seeking new fundraising opportunities for NICHS and to test new activity within agreed parameters of risk.
To network within the local area, working hard to open up new opportunities for NICHS and to boost NICHSs profile.
The post holder should be prepared to attend meetings/events in the evenings and at weekends.
Time off in-lieu will be given for such out-of-hours work.
Any other duties requested by the Community & Events Fundraising Manager which fall within the scope of the post To comply with all NICHS policies, processes and procedures, ensuring delivery of a professional service that aspires to achieve the most significant impact.
To contribute and collaborate proactively and positively with all NICHS teams and staff to align with our values and culture and achieve our strategic plan, mission, and vision.
To fully engage with our values and culture.
To promote and practice a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Person Specification Essential Criteria Educated to A-level or equivalent A minimum of 2 years paid experience in a fundraising-related or business development role.
Valid UK driving licence and access to a car Proven experience of building and sustaining relationships with key stakeholders and audiences.
Proven experience of planning new activities or events and taking them through to successful completion.
Proven experience of working towards, and achieving, targets or KPIs (financial or non-financial).
Proven experience in using a range of computer packages including MS Office, particularly Word, Power Point and Excel.
Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills to meet tight deadlines, with the ability to juggle a diverse workload.
Proven communication skills to include confidence in public speaking as well as excellent written communications.
Desirable Criteria At least 3 years proven fundraising experience (paid or voluntary) Proven experience of working with volunteers Proven experience in using a CRM database, such as Raisers Edge Knowledge of the work of NICHS.
It is a requirement of the role that the post holder is prepared totravel as required and occasionally work outside of normal office hours.
SUMMARY OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS Annual Leave: The post-holder will be entitled to 25 days annual leave.
This is exclusive of 10 bank and public holidays.
The annual leave year runs from 1 April to 31 March.
Pension: Organisations contributory pension scheme (% employee Contribution will be matched by % employer contribution) Car Mileage: The post-holder will be reimbursed for any business mileage under the Car Mileage Scheme.
Health Scheme: You will be eligible to join the health scheme provided by the organisation.
Death in Service: You will be eligible to join the death in service scheme provided by the organisation.
References: All offers of employment are subject to two satisfactory written references All applicants will be required to produce: Evidence of relevant academic and professional qualifications Evidence of relevant vehicle documentation Successful applicants must evidence their right to work in the UK (under the Asylum and Immigration Act).
This will be evidenced in the first instance by a passport or other forms of identification that will be outlined if no passport is available.
This job description is not intended to be restrictive or definitive.
It is important to note that the responsibilities if the post may change to meet the requirements of the evolving services that the charity provides.
NICHS is an Equal Opportunities Employer How to Apply Applications must be submitted using the official application form.
CVs will not be accepted.
Applications must be received by 12 noon on Tues 27 May 2025.