This role can be based in either Belfast or Dublin.    For Belfast the salary is £32,017 and for Dublin €41,334.   Hybrid working is available.  The role is fixed term for two years but may be eligible for extension. 

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.

Learn about our vision, mission and values

About the role

Christian Aid Ireland’s Fundraising and Supporter Engagement Team works on an all-island basis to build a movement of individuals, churches, coalitions and other organisations to work with us for the world we want to see, where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. The team currently consists of 14 team members. The Partnerships & Philanthropy team works closely with the other four sub-divisions – Supporter Care, Digital, Church & Community and Individual Giving.

This new role is a key part of the Partnerships and Philanthropy sub-division and will play a vital role in supporting the Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager in driving forward our strategy of both excellent stewardship and effective acquisition, in order that we can grow the impact we have on our projects around the world. The Partnerships & Philanthropy Officer will support the Manager with developing the mid and major donor programme, and in reporting to our denominational and trust partners. You will develop and lead on in memory and legacy marketing campaigns, and provide administrative support in legacy estate processing.

As the Partnerships and Philanthropy Officer, you will work collaboratively with colleagues across Ireland and Christian Aid globally to gain a sound knowledge of Christian Aid’s programmes, strategy, mission and vision.

About you

· Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience

· Three years’ fundraising, marketing or supporter/customer service experience

· Demonstrable experience and knowledge of either mid value, legacy and trusts and foundations fundraising.

· Experience of producing high quality and compelling donor facing proposals, reports and other materials.

· Proven ability to communicate complex messages creatively and effectively to diverse audiences through a range of different media, including face to face and in writing.

· Knowledge of the principles of good donor management or customer care, and understanding of the principles of relationship building.

· Ability to work flexibly, manage a number of activities simultaneously, and maintain a varied and busy portfolio, responding promptly to changing priorities when needed.

· Experience of working both under pressure and unsupervised to meet agreed deadlines and standards of work.

· A proactive and enquiring approach to work, and an instinct for investigative work.

· Superior attention to detail

· Ability to work flexibly, manage a number of activities simultaneously, and manage a varied and busy portfolio, responding promptly to changing priorities when needed.

· Experience of using a CRM database.

· Fluent written and spoken English

· Commitment to Christian Aid Ireland’s culture and values of, dignity, equality, justice and love.

· Experience of working within the fundraising or international development charity sector

· Fundraising qualification

· Marketing qualification / equivalent experience

· Experience in legacy administration

· Experience of undertaking prospect research within the charity sector

· Knowledge of GDPR and data protection relating to fundraising

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. To discuss this role in greater detail, please contact   rcooke@christian-aid.org

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, please refer to the benefits booklet for your location to see our full list of employee benefits. 

• Salary (full time):£32,017
• Type of contract:Fixed Term
• Contracted hours:35
• Contract length:2 years
• Location:Belfast, Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
• Closing date:9 November 2025
• Interview date:20 November 2025

Documents for Application

Further Information

As a volunteer, you will receive:

• Support and supervision from a named contact within Christian Aid
• Appropriate induction and training for your volunteering role.
• Out-of-pocket expenses as agreed.
• Our regular volunteers e-newsletter
• Access to our Volunteers’ Hub for all our latest news, events and resources

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