Fundraising Executive

Description:

Fianna Fáil is seeking a motivated and experienced Fundraising Executive to manage and grow its national fundraising efforts. The successful candidate will take the lead in organising the Party’s annual Superdraw and coordinate fundraising events across Ireland. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and enthusiastic fundraiser with strong organisational and communication skills, and a passion for political engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Superdraw Management (Annual raffle style fundraising, ran nationally)

• Plan, promote, and manage the Fianna Fáil Superdraw campaign.

• Liaise with constituency organisations, public representatives, and members.

• Manage all aspects of ticket distribution, reporting, and reconciliation.

• Develop and implement a calendar of fundraising events nationwide.

• Coordinate logistics, venues, guest lists, suppliers, and promotional activities.

• Ensure events are delivered within relevant internal and external guidelines.

• Provide guidance and resources to constituency fundraising teams.

• Work with Party staff and elected representatives to support shared fundraising goals.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in fundraising, event management, or campaign organising.

• Proven track record of coordinating successful fundraising campaigns or events.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills—verbal and written.

• Ability to motivate and work with volunteers, members, and public representatives.

• Competent in using fundraising databases, MS Office Suite, and digital fundraising tools.

• Understanding of fundraising compliance, ideally within an Irish political or nonprofit context.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, and travel nationally as required.

• Passion for politics and commitment to Fianna Fáil’s values and mission.