WHO WE ARE

The Irish Cancer society is a community of patients, survivors, volunteers, supporters, health and social care professionals and researchers. Together we are transforming the experiences and outcomes of people affected by cancer through our advocacy, support services and research.

At the Irish Cancer Society, we have a vision that by 2025, 3 out of 4 Irish cancer patients will survive their diagnosis and everyone affected by the disease will have access to world-class treatment, care and support.

In 2021 an estimated 44,000 people received a cancer diagnosis in Ireland. More people in Ireland are being diagnosed with cancer now than ever before. Our services and supports are more in demand and this will continue for the foreseeable future. The need for our work in research and advocacy is more important now as we try to find better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer.

Being told you have cancer can be devastating. The good news is that many people go on to live long lives after a diagnosis. There are now more than 200,000 cancer survivors in Ireland. This means that there is a growing need for the support that the Irish Cancer Society provides for survivors. With only 3% funding received from the State, our fundraising is vital to ensure we are able to continue to deliver key services, supports, advice and research to cancer patients and their families as we work towards our vision that, in future, no one in Ireland will die from cancer.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

You will work collaboratively within our Fundraising department, and beyond, to develop, deliver and drive growth for our corporate partnerships and corporate fundraising campaigns across Ireland.  In doing so you will play a pivotal role to raise awareness, raise funds and help achieve the Irish Cancer Society’s vision.

Main duties and responsibilities

New business & stewarding

• Work with the Corporate Partnerships Manager to delivery national fundraising campaigns such as Corporate Daffodil Day, Corporate Breast Cancer Awareness campaign, Corporate Christmas campaign and our “always on” fundraising campaigns.
• Identify and evaluate potential new corporate partners.
• Steward new and existing corporate partners, ensuring that all efforts are focussed on activities which maximise the potential for income and raising awareness through corporate partner site visits and events.
• Develop fundraising programmes for our corporate partners.
• Attend cheque presentations and networking events to continue to develop relationships with existing and new partners.

• Support our corporate partners with sponsorship programmes.

Administration and reporting 

• Ensure the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date corporate records on the Society Dynamics database.
• To respond to and resolve all corporate enquiries in a timely manner and to agreed standards.
• Write and edit correspondence, reports and proposals to support the Corporate Partnerships team.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date financial records are maintained.
• Administration of the corporate matching gift and grants programmes
• Ensure the Irish Cancer Society is represented in a professional, informed and energetic manner in the corporate industry. Be responsible for engagement, interaction and attendance at corporate events, equipped to convey the story and impact that our services have both at national and local level.   
• Attend partner fundraising or volunteering events and be the main point of contact for the partner. 

Corporate ambassador

Fundraising best practice and support

• Be fully conversant with all fundraising regulations, in particular the Charities Regulator, Guidelines for Charitable Organisations on Fundraising from the Public, and ensure that the Irish Cancer Society complies with all relevant requirements and that supporters and volunteers are made aware of their obligations.
• Keep up-to-date with current issues and developments in fundraising. Undertake training as necessary.
• Handle cash, banking of funds, acknowledgment and receipting of income in accordance with Society policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding supporter information at all times, and ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act.
• Provide occasional support in the event another team in the department has an urgent need.
• Assist with special projects as required or self-determined to enhance the Society’s fundraising capacity and/or program objectives.

WHO YOU ARE

The right candidate for this role is:

Passionate about raising fundsto ensure the continued delivery of key services, supports, advice and research to cancer patients and their families.

A people person: whether it is meeting a corporate partner at an event, working with colleagues and volunteers, or engaging with supporters, you understand what makes people tick, and create effective, lasting relationships.

A great communicator: you are able to communicate effectively across multiple channels (face-to-face, written, digital, presenting) and adapt your style to meet the audience where they are. 

Technologically savvy: you are comfortable using digital and technology tools, including digital marketing and social media content and identifying new ways that technology can support fundraising. You will have a high level of proficiency in MS Office suite, and experience of working with CRM systems and databases (experience with MS Dynamics an advantage)

An effective project manager: you have proven experience in managing projects, both strategic and operational, and are able to bring people together to achieve goals on time, on budget and to deliver impact, with an ability to effectively manage multiple projects at a time, to ensure the delivery of campaigns within their timelines.

An adaptable team player: you work flexibly and collaboratively within your direct team, and with colleagues across the organisation, building strong relationships.

An innovative self-starter with initiative, drive and an ability to work independently, think creatively, and identify opportunities

General

• All employees are required to be aware of their responsibilities towards health and safety and to adhere to fire regulations.
• The Irish Cancer Society operates a no-smoking policy, and the post holder must not smoke in the office or when on Society business outside the office.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times, and compliance with the Data Protection Act is an essential requirement.

Your qualifications and experience 

• Experience in identifying new business opportunities with demonstrated success outcomes.
• Third level qualification and/or relevant experience gained in the corporate, not for profit sector or customer service environment.
• 2 years’ relevant working experience in administrative or co-ordinator role. 
• Highly computer literate, excellent knowledge of Office 365 – particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel packages.
• Proficient in digital marketing and adobe illustrator.
• Strong preference for experience with working with Corporates.
• Experience in brand engagement/ marketing communications an advantage.

• Demonstrated success in working towards and achieving targets.

This job description is not exhaustive.  It merely acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the Society at any time after discussion with the post holder.

Some of our benefits:

• 23 days Annual Leave a year or Pro Rata equivalent, plus public holidays, Good Friday and Christmas Eve (if it falls on a working day) 
• Service Days - Additional days awarded to reflect long service with the Society.
• Sick Pay Scheme (following Probationary period)
• Flexitime
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (after 6 months)
• Group membership for VHI and HSF (health plans)
• Bus/Rail Ticket Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Death In Service Benefit (from commencement of employment)
• Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Adoptive, Force Majeure and compassionate Leave)
• Learning and Development Programmes
• Educational Assistance (Study and Examination Leave)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Optional Flu vaccine provided