NI Hospice

Employer Location: ANTRIM
Phone Number: 02890781836
Email: HR@nihospice.org
Web: https://www.nihospice.org/

Job description

We’re currently recruiting a Community Relationship Manager to help raise vital funds and awareness for Northern Ireland Hospice. In this rewarding role, you’ll be the friendly face of the charity across your region; engaging local supporters, empowering volunteers, and helping ensure families facing life-limiting illness get the care they need. Whether you come from a fundraising, sales, or community-focused background, if you're passionate about what you do and want to use your skills to create real impact in your community, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement an annual fundraising plan with the Community Outreach Manager and wider team.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of fundraising opportunities and help deliver regional and national campaigns.
• Inspire, support, and guide local fundraisers, helping them turn ideas into successful fundraising activities.
• Recruit new supporters and build lasting relationships within the community.
• Support, organise, and attend NI Hospice-led events in the region.
• Identify in-kind donations and opportunities for volunteer involvement.
• Grow and support local fundraising groups and volunteers, ensuring their experience is meaningful and valued.
• Recruit and induct fundraising volunteers, empowering them to take an active role in their community.
• Recognise and celebrate volunteer contributions to build long-term commitment.
• Collaborate with other teams to maximise potential from community relationships.
• Achieve income targets and accurately record supporter activity using the Raiser’s Edge database.
• Prepare reports as needed and ensure all income is processed in line with financial procedures.
• Represent the Hospice at events, share updates across channels, and work with teams and supporters to raise awareness.
• Communicate with families and care teams with sensitivity and respect.
• Support the wider fundraising team during busy periods.
• Be open to stepping in where needed to help deliver on fundraising goals.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• A minimum of 5 x GCSEs Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• 1 years’ experience and knowledge of fundraising/direct sales.
• To have a track record of planning and delivering successful events, managing budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Proficient in the use of IT to include MS Office packages and knowledge of using fundraising databases or CRM systems and relevant social media packages.
• Hold a full current driving licence valid for use in the UK and Ireland and have access to a suitable vehicle on appointment.

Further Information

The closing date for applications is Monday 29th September 2025 at 4 pm. We recommend that applications are submitted at least 15 minutes prior to the closing time to ensure technical difficulties are not encountered. Please note all correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form. Please ensure to check your 'junk spam' folder as due to personal email security settings, emails can sometimes appear here. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.