Head of Fundraising - Mid West Simon Community Limerick Full time, Hybrid.
About the job Mid-West Simon Community is a long-established and fast-growing charity working to end homelessness across Limerick, Clare and North Tipperary.
Following the development of an ambitious new Funding Strategy, we are now recruiting a Head of Fundraising to lead the next phase of our growth.
This is a senior role, reporting to the CEO and sitting on the Senior Management Team, with responsibility for building a high-performing fundraising function with a particular focus on corporate partnerships, individual giving, and major/philanthropic donors.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving income diversification, increasing unrestricted funding, and supporting the launch and growth of innovative initiatives such as our Social Grocery project.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a fundraising programme with real regional impact, helping to ensure Mid-West Simon can continue to respond to rising homelessness while building long-term sustainability.
This role will be a key driver of Mid-West Simons ambition to increase non-government and unrestricted income over the coming years.
*Make a difference * Drive Positive Change * Create Lasting Impact Responsibilities ? Ownership of Funding Strategy delivery, income growth, diversification, and reporting.
? Senior-level relationship management.
? Lead the implementation and ongoing development of Mid-West Simons Funding Strategy, aligned to organisational goals.
? Contribute to organisational strategy and culture as a member of the Senior Management Team.
? Build, manage and grow the fundraising function, including team leadership, systems, and processes.
? Lead and motivate a small fundraising team (currently 1.25 FTE, with planned expansion).
? Drive income growth across corporate, individual, and philanthropic giving, including major donors.
? Develop and manage senior-level donor and corporate relationships, including stewardship and renewals.
? Ensure a culture of excellent donor care, data integrity, and impact reporting.
? Work with the CEO on high-value partnerships and strategic funding opportunities.
? Collaborate with programme teams to develop compelling cases for support and donor communications.
? Collaborate with other Simon Communities on joint initiatives where appropriate.
? Ensure all fundraising activity complies with governance, regulation, and best practice.
? Work with colleagues and external providers to ensure consistent, high-quality communications.
Person Specification Essential: ? Proven experience (minimum 35 years) in a senior fundraising role, with a track record of delivering income growth.
? Demonstrable experience in corporate, individual, and/or major donor fundraising.
? Experience building and stewarding long-term donor relationships.
? Strong leadership and people-management skills.
? Strategic mindset with the ability to translate strategy into action.
? Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
? Experience using CRM systems and managing fundraising data.
? Strong alignment with Mid-West Simons mission and values.
Desired: Experience managing or scaling a fundraising team.
Experience working with Boards and senior leadership.
Experience in campaign-led fundraising or income diversification.
Knowledge of the Irish charity fundraising landscape.
Experience of charity retail (advantage, not essential).
Reporting to: CEO Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with an excellent flexible and hybrid working package.
To apply: Please submit your CV, cover letter, and any other relevant documents by clicking in the apply button below by 14 April 2026.