Interim Director Of Fundraising And Communications

Interim Director of Fundraising and Communications

· 0.6 WTE (21 hours)

· Specific purpose contract

· Board of Directors funded

· Based in Harold’s Cross

The overall high-level purpose of the job is to:

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Interim Director of Fundraising and Communications to lead our development efforts during a critical transition period. This role will provide leadership, continuity, and strategic oversight of fundraising and communications initiatives while we conduct a search for a permanent Director of Fundraising and Communications. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on development professional with the ability to maintain donor relationships, manage ongoing fundraising and communications / marketing activities, and support a smooth handover to the permanent hire.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications:

· Hold a professional relevant degree level qualification in Business or related discipline

Experience:

· A minimum of 3 year’s managerial/leadership experience within the last 5 years.

· Substantial fundraising and marketing experience.

· Experience of strategic plan development and implementation.

· In depth knowledge of the various fundraising /communications disciplines including knowledge of communication tools and media/press relations.

· In depth knowledge of related fields (branding and public relations).

· Excellent knowledge of financial planning and budgetary procedures.

· Strong knowledge of fundraising management information systems.

· In depth knowledge of the voluntary and charity sector.

Desirable Requirements

Experience:

· Background in major gift donor recruitment.

Informal enquiries for this recruitment panel advertisement are most welcome. Please contact Eleanor Flew | Director of Fundraising and Communications| 01 491 2512 | eflew@olh.ie

A detailed Job Description & Person Specification can be downloaded below or by contacting the HR Department | hr@olh.ie | (01) 491 2594.

Latest date for receipt of applications is 10am 27th July 2025.

Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services is an equal opportunities employer and supports a smoke free environment.