The key objectives of the assignment: 

1. Development of comprehensive relationship-based Major Donor engagement and acquisition strategy designed to build meaningful, long-term relationships with major gift donors (€5,000+) and high potential prospects, leading to increased financial support for the Irish Red Cross. 

2. Database review to identify potential major donor prospects and develop personalised engagement strategies, collaborating with IRC’s established Individual Giving programme and database team. 

3. Provide training and active support of ongoing face-to-face Major Donor outreach and engagement – in collaboration with the Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager, the Major Gifts Coordinator, the Head of Fundraising, and other IRC staff as/if required. 

4. Establish internal processes and best practices to ensure continued major donor growth. Scope and Deliverables To be primarily based in the Irish Red Cross offices in Merrion Square, the consultant will work directly with the fundraising team on the long-term strategic development of the Irish Red Cross Major Gift programme. 

A successful result of this consultation will be the establishment of a strong internal foundation for Major Donor fundraising within the Irish Red Cross including a clear pipeline of engaged prospects and donors, well-trained staff, and a Major Donor programme framework for long-term growth. 

Timeline: Approx six months engagement, starting April 1 (circa). 

Cost: The tendered price should not exceed €50,000 including vat.

Applications and queries should be submitted to Charlie Lamson, IRC Head of Fundraising (clamson@redcross.ie). 

Deadline: Tuesday, March 18 @ 10:00. Late applications cannot be considered