Job Title: Community Fundraising Operations Manager
Reporting to: Head of National Community Fundraising
Location: Hybrid – One set weekday weekly in Dublin Head Office (Christchurch, Dublin 8); monthly in-person team meeting in Dublin; otherwise home-based
Salary: €53, pro rata
Contract Type: Interim (week-to-week) via CPL
A well-established not-for-profit organisation is currently recruiting for an Interim Community Fundraising Operations Manager through CPL. This vital role sits within the National Community Fundraising Team and is responsible for overseeing the efficient delivery of all community fundraising activities, ensuring strong income performance, supporter engagement, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
1. Oversee the delivery and tracking of multiple community fundraising income streams
2. Develop and deliver quarterly and annual operational plans
3. Maintain and update income trackers, CRM systems, and financial reports
4. Monitor performance and proactively manage risks and opportunities
Team Supervision
5. Supervise and support Community Fundraising Executives and Officers
6. Set team goals, manage performance, and provide mentoring and support
7. Encourage a collaborative and high-performing team culture
Schools Engagement
8. Lead the implementation of the Schools Fundraising Programme nationwide
9. Develop annual plans and school calendars to increase participation
10. Build and manage relationships with school stakeholders
11. Monitor and analyse school fundraising performance
Collaboration & Communication
12. Work closely with the Head of National Community Fundraising to align with strategy
13. Collaborate with digital, branding, and supporter care teams
14. Represent the organisation at community and school events as required
Financial & Compliance Management
15. Monitor budgets and ensure activities deliver value for money
16. Ensure timely processing of income, acknowledgements, and CRM updates
17. Provide regular income reports and variance analysis
18. Ensure compliance with GDPR, fundraising codes, and charity legislation
Essential Requirements
19. Minimum 3 years' experience in fundraising, income generation, or operations management
20. Proven experience managing or supervising a team
21. Strong planning, organisational and reporting skills
22. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
23. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
24. Full clean driving licence and access to transport
25. Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends
26. A strong commitment to the mission and values of the not-for-profit sector
27. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a national team
28. Enthusiasm for contributing to wider organisational initiatives and culture
29. Experience in schools or educational fundraising
30. Third-level qualification in business, fundraising, community development or marketing
Working Arrangements
31. Hybrid model: one fixed day per week in Dublin Head Office (Christchurch, Dublin 8)
32. Monthly in-person team meetings in Dublin
33. Home-based flexibility outside of scheduled office days
Get in Touch
For further information please contact Fiona Ralph on or call 01
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