We are seeking suitably qualified candidates located in the West of Ireland to facilitate engagement with management and periodic in-person Board meetings.Helplink Mental Health (www.helplink.ie) provides a range of accessible counselling, information and educational mental health services. In addition to offering a comprehensive online counselling service, we provide in-person mental health counselling services via a panel of qualified professional counsellors in Galway & Mayo. In 2024, we delivered over 9,000 counselling sessions under a variety of headings including couples, youth, addiction, bereavement and general counselling. We also offer play and art therapy.The Role:Helplink is now looking to expand its Board of Directors. The Board roles are voluntary, and expectations of Board members / Trustees are as follows:Members are required to become Directors of the Company.You will regularly attend Board meetings – sharing your knowledge and skill. Board meetings are held 10 times a year, plus AGM, and are a mix of in-person and remote sessions.You will commit to participating actively in committees, including initiating and accepting strategic assignments, and will build effective relationships with other Board Members to ensure the successful operation of the Board.Responsibilities:We are seeking someone with proven knowledge/experience in the area of Fundraising to add to the experience of our existing Board of Trustees.The successful candidate will be able to evidence a comprehensive knowledge of marketing best practices and possess a mix of relevant skills including:A track record in fundraising from state and state-supported bodies, as well as private industry/donors,Experience of sourcing and successfully managing sponsorship relationships with industry,An aptitude for marketing services in the not-for-profit sector,A proven ability to harness social media in support of both fundraising and service delivery promotion.
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