Partnerships Support Officer – Permanent Contract
Join Cork & Southeast Simon Community and Make a Difference
Cork & Southeast Simon Community's goal is to prevent and end homelessness across the southern region of Ireland. We work to support people in addressing the challenges that may have contributed to homelessness, while helping them access secure and affordable housing.
Our Fundraising Team plays a critical role in sustaining this work by raising the vital funds needed to deliver life-changing services. We are now seeking a Partnerships Support Officer to join the team.
Why Work With Us?
We value and support our employees, offering:
* 35 hour working week (we will consider a reduced working week of 28 hours for the right candidate)*
* Option to work one day from home
* Time off in lieu (TOIL) system in place
* Annual Leave – 5 weeks per year
* Pension Scheme – 5% employer contribution after 6 months.
* Death in Service Benefit – twice annual salary.
* Optional Health Insurance Scheme – with group discount.
* Excellent Training & Peer Support – structured induction, realistic milestones, and ongoing development.
* Positive Workplace Culture – a welcoming, supportive and mission-driven environment.
*See the Recruitment Pack for more information.
About the Role
As a Partnerships Support Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting Cork & Southeast Simon's Corporate and Community Fundraising activities. You will ensure excellent donor care, coordinate logistics for events and campaigns, and support strong, long-term relationships with our donors, fundraisers, volunteers, and partners.
You will work closely with the Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer, the Senior Community Partnerships Officer, and report to the Head of Partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
* Donor Care – Provide excellent donor care by responding to queries, maintaining accurate donor records, acknowledging contributions, and implementing donor journeys.
* Administration – Fulfil the administrative requirements of partnerships activities, ensuring compliance with policies, GDPR, and fundraising guidelines.
* Coordination & Logistics – Organise materials, stock, and logistics for donor engagement activities, fundraising events, and campaigns.
* Relationship Building – Maintain long-term relationships with donors, volunteers, and fundraisers, acting as a first point of contact for new and prospective supporters.
* Teamwork – Collaborate with colleagues across the Partnerships Team, Fundraising Department, and wider Simon Community to achieve fundraising objectives.
About You – Essential Criteria
* Experience: Minimum 2 years in fundraising, customer service, administration, project coordination, sales, or marketing.
* Skills: Strong customer service and relationship-building skills, excellent administration and organisational skills, attention to detail, numeracy, IT and CRM/database skills, and confidence on the phone.
* Attributes: Team-focused, flexible, accurate, solution-oriented, with initiative and ownership of workload.
* Other: Leaving Certificate, full driving licence, and access to a car.
Desirable: Salesforce CRM experience, third-level qualification, experience in fundraising or voluntary sector, knowledge of financial systems, homelessness, or social issues.
How to Apply
Are you ready to make a difference? You can apply by accessing the Recruitment Pack and Application Form below, visiting our website at, or requesting it via email at or by phone at
Closing Date: 12 noon, Tuesday 21st October 2025.
Cork Community is committed to equality of opportunity.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: €32,745.00-€38,957.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* Sick pay
* Wellness program
* Work from home
Licence/Certification:
* full clean EU driving licence and access to a car (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Blackpool, Cork, CO. Cork