Your newpany
We are working exclusively with Children in Crossfire, a respected international development charity founded in 1996 by Richard Moore. His personal story of resilience andpassion continues to inspire the organisation’s mission and global impact. Children in Crossfire envisions apassionate world where every child can reach their full potential. Their mission is to work with others to tackle the injustices of poverty affecting children, and they live by the values ofpassion, Accountability, Partnership, and Equality. The organisation delivers Early Childhood Education (ECE) programmes in Tanzania and Ethiopia, and Global Citizenship Education (GCE) across Ireland through its “Educating the Heart” initiative. With a strong foundation in the North West, they are now expanding their fundraising footprint into Greater Belfast and you could be at the heart of that growth.
Your new role
As Fundraising Co-ordinator, you will lead the development and delivery of a strategic fundraising plan focused on the Greater Belfast area. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising andmunications, you’ll engage with corporate partners, churches, and schools, while organising high-impact fundraising events and cultivating supporter-led initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Building and nurturing relationships with corporate prospects andmunity organisations
2. Developing and delivering a schools fundraising strategy across Northern Ireland
3. Organising high-return fundraising events and supportingmunity-led fundraising groups
4. Collaborating with internal teams to maximise engagement and impact
5. Managing budgets, reporting on progress, and maintaining CRM records
What you'll need to succeed
6. Minimum 3 years’ paid experience in a fundraising role
7. Proven track record of meeting ie targets
8. Strong relationship-building andmunication skills
9. Ability to manage volunteers and work independently
10. Confidence using CRM systems (Access CRM preferred)
11. A proactive, organised, and mission-driven approach
12. Willingness to travel across NI and occasionally work evenings/weekends
13. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
14. Alignment with Children in Crossfire’s values:passion, Accountability, Partnership, Equality
What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation with a supportive and friendly culture. In return for your contribution, you will receive:
15. Salary: £34,834 per annum
16. Hybrid Working: 4 days from home, 1 day per week in the Derry office (flexible day)
17. Annual Leave: 25 days plus 10 bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
18. Birthday Leave: Half day off on your birthday
19. Private Healthcare: Provided through Aviva
20. Half-Day Draw: Regular staff draw for an additional half day off
21. Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and values-led working environment
22. Purpose: A meaningful role contributing to global change and child-focused development