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Cystic Fibrosis Ireland are recruiting for the following vacancies:

FUNDRAISING MANAGER

About CFI

Cystic Fibrosis Ireland (CFI) is the national organisation, founded by parents in 1963, dedicated to improving the lives of people with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and their families through advocacy, support services, awareness raising, fundraising, research and stakeholder engagement.

We are supported by fundraising and voluntary contributions and are solely concerned with the well-being of people with Cystic Fibrosis.

The Position

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Senior Management team, the Fundraising Manager will lead the development and delivery of an ambitious fundraising strategy and provide strategic and operational leadership across all income-generating activity.

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

LOCATION: Based in the CF Ireland office, Lansdowne Road, Dublin 4, Moving to new premises in the new year.

CONTRACT: Full-time position, hybrid working model

SALARY: €70,000

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and deliver a multi-year fundraising strategy with diversified income streams across Community, Events, Corporate partnerships, Philanthropy, Digital, Individual giving, trusts and foundations.

· Develop, manage and grow corporate and philanthropic partnerships.

· Review the skills, resources, fundraising structure, and support required across the organisation to deliver this income growth and implement any changes.

· Lead and inspire the fundraising team and volunteers.

· Provide strong governance and oversight of fundraising activity, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, fundraising standards, organisational policies, financial controls, data protection requirements, brand guidelines and safeguarding processes.

· Foster a culture of collaborative working, building effective relationships with colleagues and the wider organisation so that fundraising activity reflects organisational priorities and makes best use of local knowledge and connections.

Experience Required

· Proven ability to build and lead a high-performing fundraising team, including P&L ownership and clear accountability.

· Experience of strategy development to deliver income growth.

· Proven experience of managing a significant income portfolio in a mixed-funding environment with the ability to meet or exceed fundraising goals.

· Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and stakeholder groups, make sound decisions under pressure and maintain attention to detail.

· Ability to lead, inspire and empower fundraisers, partners and volunteers.

· Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, both written and in person.

· Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally, strong influencing skills, ability to act as an effective senior external ambassador for CFI.

· Understanding of charity trends, legislation and best practise in fundraising

· Collaborative team approach and willingness to support activities across the organisation as appropriate.

What You Will Need

· At least five years’ relevant experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, including substantial experience with event management, and leadership.

· Good digital skills and confidence using CRM systems, Microsoft 365 and online meeting tools and a commitment to accurate record keeping.

· Reasonable flexibility in working hours to meet the needs of the role, including some evening and weekend activity.

· Weekly presence in our head office in Dublin for Fundraising and Staff/Management Team meetings, team leadership and other duties as required.

· A full driving licence and the ability to travel regularly across Ireland.

Benefits

· Hybrid Working arrangements

· 21 days annual leave plus extra days when office is closed (Good Friday & Christmas)

· 5% matched contribution to your pension.

· Paid Sick Leave Policy

· Paid Maternity Leave Policy

· Bike to Work Scheme

· Commuter Travel Tax Savers Ticket.

How To Apply

Please submit a CV and Cover letter to hr@cfireland.ie by 5pm Monday 30th November 2026

Shortlisting will be in progress throughout the period that the vacancy is live, so you may be called for interview prior to the closing date.

Commitment to equality

We are an equal-opportunity employer and believe that diversity and inclusion help us achieve our greatest potential. We strongly welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to Respect, Equality, Inclusion and Diversity in all we do.

RESEARCH AND POLICY SENIOR CO-ORDINATOR

About CFI

Cystic Fibrosis Ireland (CFI) is the national organisation, founded by parents in 1963, dedicated to improving the lives of people with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and their families. Through advocacy, support services, awareness raising, fundraising, research and stakeholder engagement we work to ensure that the voices and experiences of those we support are at the centre of policy, practice and research.

The Position

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Research and Policy Senior Co-Ordinator to lead the development and implementation of our research and policy agenda. This is a strategic role that will strengthen the organisation's influence, build research partnerships, promote person-led research, and ensure that the lived experiences of people with CF and their families inform research priorities and policy development.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with people with CF, researchers, academics, healthcare professionals, funders and policymakers, as well as internal colleagues across member services, communications, awareness and advocacy functions.

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

LOCATION: Based in the CF Ireland office, Lansdowne Road, Dublin 4, Moving to new premises in the next year.

CONTRACT: Full-time permanent position, hybrid working model

SALARY: €50,000

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of a new organisational Research Strategy.

· Promote and embed person-led research principles across all research activities.

· Lead the planning, commissioning and delivery of a large-scale member survey and associated consultation activities to gather evidence on member experiences, needs and priorities.

· Analyse survey findings and research data and ensure they are translated into actionable recommendations to inform organisational strategy, policy development, service planning, advocacy and future research priorities.

· Conduct policy analysis and prepare briefings, submissions and consultation responses.

· Oversee research funding processes, including the issuing of research funding calls, commissioning of research projects, undertaking peer review, managing research funding decision processes, issuing contracts and overseeing grant payments and reporting.

· Establish, coordinate and facilitate PPI panels and advisory groups.

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with academic institutions, researchers, healthcare professionals and research networks.

· Represent the organisation on relevant research, policy and stakeholder forums and at conferences and events nationally and internationally.

Experience/Skills Required

· Third level qualification in a relevant discipline such as health sciences, social sciences, public health, policy, psychology, or a related field.

· Minimum of 5 years' experience in research, policy, or a related role.

· Proven experience of data generation to inform and influence policy activities

· Experience developing and implementing research programmes and strategies.

· Experience managing research grants, funding applications, and reporting processes

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a key aspect of this role is communicating research work to a diverse range of stakeholders.

· Proven experience of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.

· Collaborative team approach and willingness to support activities across the organisation

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, online meeting tools, and CRM software