As Church Partnerships Manager (Republic of Ireland), you will play an important role in growing Compassion’s impact by building strong, meaningful relationships with churches across the Republic of Ireland. Through engaging presentations, trusted partnerships, and a heart for the Church, you will help connect church leaders and congregations with Compassion’s mission to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name.
This is a varied and outward-facing role, combining relationship-building, public speaking, sponsorship growth, and fundraising. You will work closely with colleagues across Events, Engagement, and Philanthropy to maximise opportunities, deepen partnerships, and support sustainable growth.
This is a home-based role within the Republic of Ireland, with frequent travel across the region and occasional overseas travel. Because regular in-person engagement is a key part of the role, applicants must be based in the Republic of Ireland, or able to relocate there by the start date.
If you are passionate about the Church, confident in building relationships, and motivated to see lives transformed, this is an opportunity to make a lasting difference
In this role, you will:
- Build and grow church partnerships across your designated area in the Republic of Ireland.
- Inspire churches and congregations to respond to Compassion’s mission through sponsorship and fundraising.
- Represent Compassion through church visits, events, and presentations.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Compassion UK & Ireland to achieve shared objectives.
- Actively maintain and promote Compassion’s Christian ethos and values
We are looking for someone who brings a strong combination of relational confidence, self-motivation, and a genuine heart for the Church.
You will likely bring:
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills, ideally within church or Christian event contexts.
- A good understanding of church leaders and church culture, with empathy for the realities of ministry and leadership.
- Confidence in public speaking, including speaking or preaching in church settings.
- Sales or fundraising experience, including lead generation, relationship management, and achieving targets.
- Strong self-management, time management, and the ability to work independently.
- Good administrative and IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- A personal commitment to the Christian faith, as there is an occupational requirement for the role holder to be a practising Christian.
It would also be helpful, although not essential, if you have experience using a CRM or similar system and experience managing or supporting volunteers.
Home-based role within the Republic of Ireland (frequent travel within the Republic of Ireland, along with occasional overseas travel).
Hours
Full-time | 35 hours per week over a flexible working pattern with an estimated 24 weekend activities per annum.
Key dates
Apply by 10 am on 25 June 2026
Interviews are expected to start week commencing 29 June, 2026
- Please note these timings are intended to help with planning and may be subject to change.
Additional requirements: A high level of flexibility is needed, along with a
full driving licence and access to a car for work purposes. Mileage expenses are paid.
Please submit your application as early as possible, as Compassion UK & Ireland reserves the right to close this vacancy early. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, prior to the closing date. We also reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable applicant before the closing date.
Recruitment process
It’s not uncommon for us to hold multiple rounds of interviews, depending on the role and the stage of the process. We value authenticity, so please use your own voice in your application and ensure that any examples and achievements you describe are genuinely your own.
Assessment tasks
As part of our recruitment process, you may be asked to complete an assessment task.
If you progress beyond the shortlisting stage, we’ll provide details of the task, which may be completed either ahead of your interview or on the day itself. This helps our panel gain a fuller understanding of your approach and suitability for the role.
What we offer in return
Please explore our
candidate pack (attached) to learn more about Compassion's benefits and what it means to live and work in accordance with Compassion’s
Statement of Faith, Core Values, Ethos Statement, and other policies, including
our commitment to Child Protection.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please contact the People & Culture Recruitment team.
Contact us
Please reach out to the People & Culture Recruitment team for any additional information or questions at
[email protected]
Compassion UK & Ireland isn't able to offer visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must have the right to work in the UK & Ireland without sponsorship.
Compassion UK is committed to ensure everyone who comes into contact with us or our work is protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. As such, Compassion UK expects all staff to share this commitment and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which will include Disclosure and Baring Service checks. Compassion UK also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we'll request from the job applicant's previous employers information about any findings of sexual misconduct - such as sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment - during employment. We'll also request information of incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. When someone submits a job application with us, they'll be confirming that they understand these recruitment procedures.
To comply with our obligations under the Immigration, Asylum, & Nationality Act 2006 we cannot consider applicants who do not presently have permission to work in the United Kingdom. We are only able to consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work visas.
