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Direct Marketing Coordinator (Donor Development)
SUMMARY OF ROLE:
- To support the Individual Giving team of the Irish Red Cross (IRC) with specific focus on developing and implementing the organisation's programme of individual donor development. Primary attention will be given to the area of existing donor engagement & retention.
-To assist as necessary with enquiries from donors and the public.
-To contribute to the work of IRC as a member of the IG team.
Main tasks & responsibilities:
-Work with the IG Manager and team to achieve the mission of the Irish Red Cross.
-Support the IG Manager and the broader fundraising department through the planning and implementation of direct marketing (DM) campaigns as well as agreed new income streams and other fundraising initiatives in order to realise established targets.
-Coordinate a programme of regular (and, where required, emergency) direct mail and email appeals, newsletters, digital marketing and telemarketing to expand monthly giving and single-gift contributions in support of the Irish Red Cross.
-Assist in maintaining database and analysing fundraising information as required.
-Prepare budgets and reports for the IG Manager and members of the fundraising department as agreed.
-Research and share awareness of developments in the external environment, as well as any relevant and appropriate research, with the IG Manager and fundraising department as agreed.
- Keep upto date with the legal requirements and codes of practice for fundraising generally.
-Other tasks as appropriate.
Essential Experience & Skills:
-Minimum of two years' experience in a similar role in a fundraising or marketing environment.
-Competence in MS Office applications and email marketing software.
-Experience of using a database/CRM in a fundraising or marketing environment.
-Intermediate or advanced skills in MS Excel.
-Understanding of donor care and direct marketing principles and techniques.
-Knowledge of fundraising and the charity sector.
Contract terms:
-Salary range €30,000 - €40,000 .
-35 hours/week Mon-Fri
-Grade: Administration & Development Level 2.
-Location: Irish Red Cross, 16 Merrion Sq., Dublin 2
TO APPLY:
Please forward your CV and cover letter, reference DMC, to Charlie Lamson, Head of Fundraising - clamson@redcross.ie by 5pm on January 7th 2022.
THE IRISH RED CROSS
The Irish Red Cross is looking for an interim Direct Marketing professional to assist with the ongoing growth and implementation of its expanding Individual Giving Programme. This six-month maternity-cover contract will provide the opportunity for the successful candidate to directly contribute to the IRC’s direct mail programme as well as electronic appeals and communications and participate in the strategic growth of this critical fundraising programme.
RESPONSIBLE TO
Individual Giving Manager.
WORKS WITH
IG Manager, DM Coordinator – Development, IG Executive – Donor Care, Database Coordinator and fundraising department in general.
External providers, e.g. creative agencies, printers, call centres, etc.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
This is a fixed term (six-month) contract to provide interim maternity cover for the Irish Red Cross Direct Marketing Coordinator.
Key responsibilities to include :
To support the Individual Giving (IG) team of the Irish Red Cross (IRC) through the acquisition and welcoming of donors, primarily through direct marketing (DM) – both through planned and emergency appeals as they arise.
To manage IRC's Tax campaigns including direct mail, telemarketing and admin.
To assist where necessary to process donations and enquiries from donors and the public.
To contribute to the work of IRC as a member of the IG team.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with the IG Manager and IG team to achieve the mission of the Irish Red Cross..
Support the IG Manager and the fundraising department by planning and implementing direct marketing (DM) campaigns that meet the targets for donor acquisition and tax support.
Support the IG Manager and team in achieving the targets set for new income streams and other fundraising initiatives as agreed.
Coordinate a programme of direct mail, DRTV, telemarketing and digital marketing to support acquisition of regular giving and one-off gifts.
Coordinate a programme of direct mail, telemarketing, digital marketing, email, SMS, etc to maximize completion of tax forms by donors.
Process completed tax forms and assist in preparing claims to Revenue.
Assist in maintaining database and analysing fundraising information as required.
Prepare budgets and reports for the IG Manager and members of the fundraising department as agreed.
Research and share awareness of developments in the external environment, as well as any relevant and appropriate research, with the IG Manager and fundraising department as agreed.
Keep up to date with the legal requirements and codes of practice for fundraising generally.
Provide cover occasionally for other members of the fundraising team – as required.
Participate in performance appraisal with IG Manager or other person as agreed.
Other tasks as appropriate.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role in a fundraising or marketing environment
Experience of direct marketing through both offline (e.g. direct mail, DRTV, press and telemarketing) and online (e.g. web, email, social media) channels
Competence in MS Office applications
Experience of using a database/CRM in a fundraising or marketing environment
Intermediate or advanced skills in MS Excel
Understanding of donor care and direct marketing principles and techniques
Knowledge of fundraising and the charity sector
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
A relevant third level qualification would be an advantage
Experience of other areas of fundraising, including online tools – e.g. Facebook ads, MailChimp, UTM tracking - would be an advantage.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
All levels of education and experience will be considered. However, good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Committed interest in the work & principles of the Irish Red Cross.
Good administrative and organisational skills
Ability to speak and write fluent English
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to respond to a varying workload in a busy environment and to step up where necessary
Ability to meet deadlines and targets
Excellent attention to detail
CONTRACT TERMS
Salary - €30,000 - €33,000 p.a.
35 hours/week, Mon-Fri
Term: Six months: March – August 2022
Location: Irish Red Cross, 16 Merrion Sq., Dublin 2 and, where agreed, remotely
TO APPLY
Please send CV and cover Cover note in an email titled “Direct Marketing Coordinator – Acquisition” to Eleonora Menghetti emenghetti@redcross.ie
The closing date for applications is 5pm on January 26th 2022.
RESPOSIBLE TO:
Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager, Head of Fundraising
SUMMARY OF ROLE:
Fundraising Executive (Corporate Partners) is responsible for delivering funds from Corporate donors. We are seeking a dynamic individual with exceptional motivation and networking skills to drive this critical and expanding area of Irish Red Cross fundraising. This is an exciting role for a self-starting individual who wants to make a difference working with one of Ireland’s most respected charity organisations. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and be willing pro-actively engage with donors on a routine basis. This candidate will also have the capacity to draft concise and articulate proposals and be comfortable delivering presentations and programme updates in informal and formal settings.
MAIN TASKS & RESPOSIBILITIES:
- In this role, the IRC Fundraising Executive will:
Develop the IRC’s programme of corporate partner recruitment and engagement, including through:
- Identification, research and cultivation of new and potential fundraising opportunities.
- Solicitation and development of new short and long-term corporate partnerships in support of the Irish Red Cross
- Donor engagement - including events, PR & promotion
- Development of quality funding Proposals and timely donor reports
Work with the Corporate Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager, the Irish Red Cross Partnerships & Philanthropy team and the Head of Fundraising to achieve the mission of the Irish Red Cross
Provide regular reporting and feedback on fundraising progress to Head of Fundraising
Represent Irish Red Cross for fundraising activity and/or at events where required
Other duties as assigned by the Head of Fundraising
Ensure all activities comply with Irish Red Cross’s policies and procedures, relevant professional codes of conduct and standards, regulation and legislation governing charity activities
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
A minimum of 3 years proven and relevant experience in fundraising and/or sales
Experience in Corporate fundraising and relationship management is desired
Confident networker with the ability to forge strong working relationships.
Competency of engagement with esablished social media channels.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong Report writing & IT skills – including CRM Databases, Word, Access, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Full clean driving license.
Experience of dealing with sensitive information in a discreet manner
Flexibility and adaptability and a willingness to take on additional duties
Flexible approach to working hours in response to varying demands of the office
A keen interest and understanding of the not for profit sector as well as fundraising principles
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
All levels of education and experience will be considered. However, good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Committed interest in the work & principles of the Irish Red Cross
Good administrative and organisational skills
Ability to speak and write fluent English
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to respond to a varying workload in a busy environment
Ability to meet deadlines and targets
Excellent attention to detail
CONTRACT TERMS:
Salary - €25,000-€30,000 p.a.
35 hours/week, Mon-Fri
Term: Two Year Contract
Location: Irish Red Cross, 16 Merrion Sq., Dublin 2 and, where agreed, remotely
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV and Cover Note in an email titled “Fundraising Executive (Corporate Partnerships)” to Frank Phelan FPhelan@redcross.ie by 5pm on Friday, January 28.