Head of Partnerships & Major Gifts

Focus Ireland; Dublin; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Focus Ireland is seeking a Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy to lead major gifts, corporate partnerships, trusts & foundations, and legacy giving across the country. You will set vision, build pipelines, mentor a team of 12 fundraisers, and drive multi‑million euro campaigns in support of homeless prevention and housing services.

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Marketing, you will manage budgets, KPIs, and donor stewardship, while developing strategic partnerships that deepen

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the nonprofit sector.
• Proven experience in high‑value donor acquisition, development, and retention, with a track record of securing significant gifts.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing high‑performance teams.
• Strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with a data‑led approach to donor development.
• Experience managing tight budgets and delivering cost‑effective fundraising.
• Ability to champion collaborative working and lead organisational change.
• Ability to work effectively at all levels of the organisation, managing up and across.
• Excellent professional communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and unsociable hours when required.

Responsabilités

• Lead the strategic vision and delivery of Corporate Partnerships, Major Donors, Legacy Giving, and Trusts & Foundations, with accountability for generating over €7 million in 2027 and driving sustained year‑on‑year growth.
• Manage budgets, KPIs, and performance across all philanthropic income streams, ensuring disciplined planning, forecasting, and reporting.
• Lead a high‑performing team of 12 fundraisers, empowering them to deliver exceptional donor experiences, build strong pipelines, and secure transformational gifts.
• Play a senior leadership role across the Fundraising Department, contributing to organisation‑wide campaigns and cultivating long‑term partnerships.
• Develop and implement strategies that deepen supporter relationships, improve donor retention, and increase lifetime value.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of 12 fundraisers, including two direct reports.
• Foster a collaborative, values‑driven culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and shared success.
• Empower the team to use insights, initiative, and creativity to deliver solutions and maximise donor impact.

Connaissances

Nonprofit experience

High-value donor acquisition

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Collaborative leadership

Stakeholder communication

Flexible hours

Description du poste

Focus Ireland is seeking a Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy to lead major gifts, corporate partnerships, trusts & foundations, and legacy giving across the country. You will set vision, build pipelines, mentor a team of 12 fundraisers, and drive multi‑million euro campaigns in support of homeless prevention and housing services.

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Marketing, you will manage budgets, KPIs, and donor stewardship, while developing strategic partnerships that deepen