About St James's Hospital Foundation

At St. James's Hospital Foundation, we are dedicated to supporting one of Ireland’s leading hospitals in providing world-class care and improving patient outcomes. As a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we pride ourselves on being driven by our core values of compassion, integrity, and collaboration. These values guide everything we do, from the way we engage with donors and stakeholders to the impact we have on the lives of patients and healthcare professionals.

Our work ethic is built on a foundation of excellence and transparency. We are committed to building lasting, meaningful relationships with our supporters and the wider community, ensuring that every donation, large or small, is used to its fullest potential to enhance the hospital’s services, infrastructure, and cutting-edge research.

Looking to the future, St. James's Hospital Foundation aims to expand its impact through innovative fundraising, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to excellence. With a strong foundation in place, including CII Triple Lock compliance, a new strategic plan, an expert board and a robust team, we are poised to continue our work in transforming healthcare, improving lives, and making a lasting difference for patients and staff alike.

Job Description: Trust & Foundations Officer

Role Purpose 

The Trust & Foundations Officer will be a key member of St. James's Hospital Foundation’s growing fundraising team. The purpose of this role is to manage and grow income from charitable trusts, foundations, and institutional donors. With the Foundation’s recent strategic developments, including a renewed relationship with the hospital and the implementation of a new CRM, this role offers an exciting opportunity to secure funding for transformative healthcare projects and enhance patient care. The role involves identifying, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with funders, ensuring alignment with funding priorities, and maximizing grant income to support the foundation’s key projects and initiatives.

Key Objectives

1. Secure annual income targets from trusts and foundations to support hospital programs and initiatives.
2. Develop compelling funding proposals aligned with hospital priorities and donor objectives.
3. Maintain and expand a pipeline of prospective funders through research and engagement.
4. Establish strong, long-term relationships with current and potential funders.
5. Work collaboratively across the Foundation team to ensure accurate reporting and impactful donor stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify trust, foundation, and institutional funding opportunities.
• Write persuasive funding proposals and grant applications tailored to funder requirements.
• Develop and manage a calendar of funding application deadlines and reporting schedules.
• Collaborate with hospital staff to gather data and case studies for compelling applications and reports.
• Maintain accurate records of funder engagement and income pipelines using the CRM system.
• Prepare stewardship reports detailing the impact of funding received.
• Represent the Foundation at external meetings and events, fostering strong relationships with funders.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven track record in securing income from trusts, foundations, or institutional donors.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, compelling narratives.
• Strong research and analytical skills to identify and prioritise funding opportunities.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Team player with a collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• Passion for healthcare and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

This roles represent an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team in a period of growth and transformation, contributing to impactful projects that directly benefit patients, staff, and the wider community.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary with annual pay review
• Generous Annual Leave
• Free staff parking
• TaxSaver Commuter Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Training and Development Budget
• Flexible Working Hours
• Social and Team-building Activities