FUNDRAISING EXECUTIVE (CIFRE/1224)

Interested candidates should complete the attached application form and the separate monitoring form. These should be emailed together with a short cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to vacancies@cooperationireland.org.

Key Responsibilities

1. Relationship Management:

• Manage and cultivate relationships with existing corporate supporters to ensure ongoing engagement and increased support. 
• Act as the primary point of contact for corporate donors, providing regular updates on the impact of their contributions and opportunities for further involvement. 
• Liaison with programme delivery teams to support appropriate engagement with donors supporting programme delivery.

2. Corporate Donor Development:

• Identify, research, and approach potential new corporate donors. 
• Develop tailored proposals and presentations to secure new funding partnerships. 
• Work closely with senior business leaders to understand their corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives and align them with Co-operation Ireland's mission. 

3. Fundraising Strategy:

• As part of the funding team contribute to the development and execution of the organisation's corporate fundraising strategy. 

4. Proposal and Grant Writing: 

• Prepare compelling and persuasive funding proposals, grant applications, and reports for corporate partners.
• Collaborate with the programme and communications teams to ensure all proposals accurately reflect Co-operation Ireland’s work and impact. 

5. Event Coordination:

• Plan and coordinate fundraising events, including corporate networking opportunities, to engage potential donors and raise awareness of Co-operation Ireland’s initiatives.

6. Reporting and Analysis

• Monitor and report on fundraising performance, providing regular updates to the Director of Fundraising & Communications and senior management. 

7.  Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior business leaders, CSR managers, and other key stakeholders in the corporate sector. 
• Represent Co-operation Ireland at corporate events, conferences, and meetings, confidently promoting our work and securing support.