Job Title:Corporate Fundraiser Reports to:Corporate Fundraising Co-ordinator Hours per week:35 hours per week Mon - Fri Location:21 Dublin Road, Belfast, HQ (hybrid working arrangements are available) Salary:£32,597 (NJC scale Point 20) Full Time, Permanent Overview of Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke: Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke is a leading local health charity which aims to prevent chest, heart and stroke illnesses in Northern Ireland and care for those affected by them. NICHS depends hugely on the generosity of local businesses. This support helps fund NICHSs prevention and care services as well as research into chest, heart and stroke illnesses, in the areas of prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care. All funds that are raised in Northern Ireland are used within Northern Ireland. Job Description: Summary: To maximise income and achieve all set targets, as well as raise both awareness and the profile of NICHS through the delivery of a Corporate Fundraising programme, which includes income from Corporates, Trusts, Foundations and Major Donors. KEY TASKS: Fundraising To work closely with the Corporate Fundraising Co-ordinator to develop an innovative and creative action plan with supporting targets and KPIs which maximise funds from relevant income streams To achieve or exceed set financial targets, whilst efficiently managing resources within agreed budget and ensuring value for money To monitor progress against set targets and KPIs, and to analyse and regularly report on related income and expenditure To keep abreast of competitors as well as changes within the sector, responding and adapting plans accordingly to ensure an innovative and cutting edge fundraising proposition Stewardship & Donor Development To manage and pro-actively support and engage stakeholders in order to build and strengthen valuable relationships To develop and manage a pipeline of prospects through a variety of research tools and through pro-active networking and cultivation opportunities To cultivate and nurture relationships with potential and current supporters keeping them both informed and engaged To pro-actively network across the business sector in NI To display an excellent standard and range of both verbal and written communication skills with all internal and external stakeholders To ensure all supporters are appropriately acknowledged and establish donor recognition opportunities for donors Data Management To ensure the effective use of the fundraising CRM database, making sure all records are both up to date and accurate, and to monitor income and produce accurate reports on income and activity against set targets and across different income streams Communication & Marketing To produce effective, creative and inspiring marketing materials to support fundraising events, mailings, campaigns and initiatives within the agreed budgets To devise and implement effective marketing techniques and tools to maximise engagement, support and income To communicate persuasively to prospective donors by preparing well targeted applications, pitches and presentations To work with the Comms team to ensure that all supporters and partnerships get appropriate PR support, press coverage and recognition through all communication platforms Other Duties The post holder should be prepared to attend meetings/events across Northern Ireland. Some meetings/events may be during evenings or weekends. Work across the fundraising department and wider organisation as an effective team player to maximise all opportunities This job description is not intended to be either restrictive or definitive. It is important to note that the responsibilities of the post may change to meet the evolving needs of fundraising. Person Specification Essential Criteria: A minimum of 2 years in a corporate fundraising OR similar role where you have demonstrated ability to deliver, achieve growth targets and generated income Demonstrable knowledge of either the business and/or Third sector in NI Proven track record in account management with key partners Educated to A Level Experience of working with and understanding budgets and reporting Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent presentation skills Experience in managing a diverse workload coupled with excellent prioritisation and organisational skills Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Full driving licence and access to a car Desirable Criteria Experience of successfully securing funding from Corporate partners Proven experience and knowledge across social media platforms Experience of marketing and PR Knowledge of the work of NICHS and a desire to work in the charity sector Experience in using a CRM Database system Experience of customer relationship management and development It is a requirement of the role that the post holder is prepared to travel as required and occasionally work outside of normal office hours. NICHS reserves the right to upgrade one or more desirable criteria to essential should the volume of applications so warrant. SUMMARY OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS Annual Leave:The post-holder will be entitled to 25 days annual leave. This is exclusive of 10 bank and public holidays. The annual leave year runs from 1 April to 31 March. Pension:Organisations contributory pension scheme (% employee Contribution will be matched by % employer contribution) Car Mileage:The post-holder will be reimbursed for any business mileage under the Car Mileage Scheme. Health Scheme:You will be eligible to join the health scheme provided by the organisation. Death in Service:You will be eligible to join the death in service scheme provided by the organisation. References: All offers of employment are subject to two satisfactory written references All applicants will be required to produce: Evidence of relevant academic and professional qualifications Evidence of relevant vehicle documentation Successful applicants must evidence their right to work in the UK (under the Asylum and Immigration Act). This will be evidenced in the first instance by a passport or other forms of identification that will be outlined if no passport is available. This job description is not intended to be restrictive or definitive. It is important to note that the responsibilities if the post may change to meet the requirements of the evolving services that the charity provides. NICHS is an Equal Opportunities Employer How to apply PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY Your application pack contains information about NICHS, the job vacancy and the person required. You should read these carefully. You must complete the application form fully and accurately. If there is insufficient space for your answer, continue on a separate sheet. If typing your application form, the boxes will expand as you type. It is your responsibility to ensure that sufficient information is given on the application form to enable the shortlisting panel to assess your suitability for this post. PLEASE SHOW CLEARLY IN SECTION 4 OF YOUR APPLICATION HOW YOU MEET THE ESSENTIAL AND DESIRABLE CRITERIA OUTLINED IN THE PERSON SPECIFICATION ENCLOSED. THE SHORTLISTING PANEL WILL REFER TO THIS SECTION ONLY WHEN DECIDING WHETHER YOU HAVE PROVIDED SUFFICIENT EVIDENCE TO DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU MEET THE CRITERIA. Please do not assume that because you have mentioned something in an earlier section of the form, that the panel will accept this as evidence that you meet the criteria. You must clearly describe in Section 4 the example you are relying on to demonstrate your skills and experience. Your application form will not be shortlisted if you do not describe the specific actions you took for each example you cite. Applications, CVs and attached sheets: Applications will only be accepted on the official application form (enclosed) Attached CVs will not be considered, either in lieu of the application form or in conjunction with it. Attached sheets will only be considered where they are continuation sheets of a section of the application form where insufficient room was available to include all the necessary details. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure an email or signed hard copy of the complete forms, together with the completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Questionnaire, (please put in a separate envelope marked Monitoring Officer) is returned by Mon 11 May 2026. Application forms received after this time and date will not be accepted. Under section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all successful applicants must provide Documentary evidence of their identity for verification and photocopying. Completed applications should be returned no later than 12 noon on Monday 11 May 2026.