Senior Fundraising & Communications Leader

Balmer Dawson Executive Search; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Pension contributions and employee福利

29 days annual leave

Time off in lieu

Job summary

Balmer Dawson Executive Search, on behalf of Age Action, seeks an accomplished Head of Fundraising and Communications in Dublin. You will lead fundraising growth, diversify income streams and shape a compelling case for support, while driving a proactive communications strategy to raise Age Action’s profile.

Reporting to the Chief Executive and as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will manage five staff, build partnerships, and engage with donors, corporate partners, trusts and major

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in fundraising with 3+ in a senior role.
• Relevant third-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience across multiple income streams (corporate, individual giving, trusts, major gifts).
• Strong leadership, team development and board engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising and communications to grow and diversify income.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategy and priorities.
• Strengthen corporate partnerships, major gifts and donor relationships.
• Lead a five-person team and ensure delivery of objectives.
• Oversee communications strategy and public engagement.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Strategic communications

Budgeting & financial acumen

Education

Third-level qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Balmer Dawson Executive Search, on behalf of Age Action, seeks an accomplished Head of Fundraising and Communications in Dublin. You will lead fundraising growth, diversify income streams and shape a compelling case for support, while driving a proactive communications strategy to raise Age Action’s profile.

Reporting to the Chief Executive and as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will manage five staff, build partnerships, and engage with donors, corporate partners, trusts and major