Foyle Hospice has a vacancy for a Fundraising Officer, based in Omagh. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with a wide range of donors and securing fundraising support through effective engagement and communication.
At least one years’ experience in a paid role in fundraising or sales with a clear track record of achievements is essential as are a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (or equivalent). Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and the ability to plan and deliver fundraising activities effectively and safely are also required. A positive proactive approach with flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends is also essential.
The successful candidate will enjoy a range of benefits including generous annual leave entitlement, contributory pension scheme and access to a Health Care Plan.
Key responsibilities include:
Strategic Priorities
1. Lead on Foyle Hospice Fundraising activity, adhering to budgets to maximise engagement from new and existing Foyle Hospice Supporters.
2. Contribute to the development and delivery of the overall Foyle Hospice strategic plan and fundraising strategy.
3. Represent Foyle Hospice in groups, networks and at events in Northern Ireland and across the UK, as required.
Operational Responsibilities
1. Manage the development and delivery of Fundraising operational plans against agreed targets, including monitoring, evaluation and reporting, as required.
2. Develop and grow the Foyle Hospice income from Foyle Hospice Events, Raffle Sponsorship, Volunteering and Fundraising through delivery of excellent stewardship and donor care.
3. Work in collaboration with the Community & Events Fundraising Officers and PR, Marketing and Communications to develop materials and messages to support the donor marketing programme.
4. Create and produce innovative proposals, briefings, reports and presentations to attract new donors and retain existing ones.
5. Work with Supporter/Donor Care administrators to support Corporate Giving Marketing Fundraising initiatives and provide the highest standards of donor care.
6. Undertake any other special projects or duties, which may from time to time be requested and which are commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the post.
7. Meet financial targets and KPIs as agreed.
8. Build awareness of Foyle Hospice through presentations and public speaking using PowerPoint and other presentation methods.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Management Reporting
9. Ensure donor database (Donorflex) is up to date and accurate.
10. Provide regular management information reports including financial and outcomes against KPI’s to the Director of Income Generation as required.
Quality and Safety
11. Adhere to quality assurance standards and codes of practice in line with changing requirements, legislative compliance and best practice in relation to the activities under your remit.
12. Ensure that all activity is carried out in full compliance with Foyle Hospice, GDPR and Fundraising Regulator, Foyle Hospice financial and administrative policies and procedures and all other legal requirements.
13. Ensure the efficient and effective use of all our resources (staff, financial and physical).
14. Adhere to all organisational policies and procedures.
15. Manage your own well-being and support interventions for employees in line with organisational needs.
16. Ensure adherence to all Health and Safety Regulations applicable to the working environment and adhere to same.
Personal Development
17. Maintain high professional standards and keep abreast of relevant issues and continue own personal and professional development. Foyle Hospice will provide relevant education and development opportunities where it is deemed appropriate.
Pay: From £31,049.00 per year
Work Location: In person
