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Title: Head of Fundraising
Reports to: Director of Fundraising and Marketing
Contract type: Specific Purpose Contract - Maternity Cover
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week) Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm
Flexibility required, there will be regular travel, including evening and weekend work as required.
Location: The Society operates a hybrid working model with a combination of remote and in-person (Dublin office) working. Office attendance days are Wednesday & Thursday.
WHO WE ARE
Every three minutes, someone in Ireland hears the words ‘You’ve got cancer’. At the Irish Cancer Society, we understand the physical, emotional and financial impact a cancer diagnosis brings. And we are determined to do everything we can to help.
As Ireland’s leading cancer charity, we work across every area of cancer – from prevention and early detection, through to end-of-life care. We make a positive impact for people affected by cancer every day: investing in life-saving and life-changing research; providing practical, financial and emotional supports; and driving improvements in public cancer services.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Significantly contribute to the development and delivery of an effective fundraising strategy to help deliver on the Society’s goals.
Deliver a cohesive common fundraising vision, philosophy and working practice across our corporate, community, national campaign and grant based fundraising activity.
Identify new potential income streams, develop an income generation strategy and oversee a coordinated income pipeline across Corporate, Community and National Campaign fundraising.
Ensure an integrated approach to all fundraising campaigns and activities, identifying and effecting opportunities to leverage the full organisational capability to maximise returns.
Develop a KPI framework and enhanced reporting systems, and effectively manage fundraising performance, including financial controls and effective measurement of return on investment.
Oversee fundraising processes for corporate, community, grant and campaign based fundraising, and ensure continual improvement and optimisation.
Effectively engage with the wider organisation, ensuring cross-organisational support for fundraising initiatives.
Develop a pipeline of new fundraising channels, drive creativity and innovation and explore opportunities to convert all projects into sustainable income.
Oversee grant programmes and support funding proposals and applications.
Support and work with fundraising managers to optimise and build on funding relationships, identify gaps and opportunities in the campaign calendar, and grow the reach and impact of our fundraising.
Foster cross-functional integrated programmes in partnership with the Communications team.
Develop assets to communicate the Society’s initiatives to partners and donors.
Work with finance to deliver financial controls, reporting and analysis.
Stay informed of new fundraising trends and development, especially digital.
Engage with legislative requirements and codes of practice for fundraising.
Represent the Society at events across the country, including key fundraising events.
Leadership and people management
Manage and empower a team to meet strategic goals and grow income.
Lead, motivate and inspire the team, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
Contribute to the overall strategy and team development, identifying prospects and opportunities.
WHO YOU ARE
The right candidate is:
Passionate about raising funds to support cancer services, advice and research.
A people person: skilled in creating effective, lasting relationships.
An excellent leader and motivator with high emotional intelligence.
A great communicator across multiple channels.
Results-focused with the ability to drive high performance.
An effective project manager experienced in managing multiple campaigns.
An adaptable team player, collaborative and relationship-oriented.
An innovative self-starter, proactive and creative.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Understanding of the Irish fundraising environment and potential opportunities.
Substantial commercial leadership experience.
Experience leading and coaching high-performing teams.
Track record of revenue growth and developing partnerships.
Experience in fundraising or marketing strategy development.
Knowledge of fundraising governance and best practices.
Managerial experience in a not-for-profit organization.
Application deadline: 5pm Monday 16th June 2025.
Please note: All CVs are processed through a third-party system.
The Irish Cancer Society is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusivity.
We do not require the assistance of agencies.
Benefits include:
23 days annual leave, public holidays, and additional days for long service.
Sick pay scheme, flexitime, pension scheme, health plans, travel schemes, and other benefits.
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