Membership Officer

About The Wheel
The Wheel is Ireland’s national association of community and voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises. We are a registered charity in Ireland and are unique in our role as a ‘one-stop-shop’ for anything related to the charity and non-profit sector.

‘Our Vision is a thriving community and voluntary sector at the heart of a fair, just and inclusive Ireland.’

We are an authoritative and trusted voice for the sector, and we are committed to transparency, accountability, and the highest standards of practice and governance. Together, we work to ensure that the sector is recognised and respected, adequately resourced and appropriately regulated.

Details

  • Paid
  • Full-time
  • Administration
  • Other
  • Job Type Administration, Other
  • Employer The Wheel
  • Location Dublin & Remote
  • Reporting to Director of Finance & Operations
  • HoursFull-timeFull-Time (36 hours – 5 days a week) or Part-time (30 hours – Monday to Thursday)
  • Duration Permanent
  • Salary €36,000 to €48,100
  • Application closes 23 Oct 2026

Summary of the role

Role Purpose

This role is a key interface with members ensuring that their administration is carried out effectively and efficiently. As a first point of contact for members the person in the role coordinates and effects member applications and renewals, answers first line queries, and compiles reports. The role supports the compliance function through identifying associated risks and implementing recommended changes to policies.

The ideal candidate will be a professional with customer support experience, is analytical, and possesses the relevant skills to work with databases such as Salesforce. They will be motivated to ensure a smooth and frictionless member experience and that transactions follow all relevant legal and internal guidelines.

Responsibilities of the role

Key Responsibilities

Membership Recruitment, Support, and Renewal

  • Act as a first point of contact for member enquiries and support requests on inbound and outbound calls.
  • Support the recruitment of new members across charities, community organisations, social enterprises and individual members.
  • Manage end-to-end membership applications, renewals and membership enquiries.
  • Carry out invoicing, and support finance and related administrative processes.

Database Maintenance and Information Integrity

  • Maintain accurate membership records, CRM data and reporting systems.
  • Comply with GDPR and Data Compliance policies.
  • Participate in the organisation’s Salesforce progression project

Reporting and Member Sentiment

  • Monitor renewal activity and implement retention initiatives to maximise member satisfaction and renewal rates.
  • Gather member feedback and identify opportunities to enhance the member experience.
  • Support the production of membership reports, case studies and member success stories.
  • Track membership growth, engagement and retention metrics.

Compliance

  • Identify risks in the member administration area.
  • Implement, review and recommend changes to policies.

Person Specification

Skills Required
  • Strong customer service and relationship management abilities
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Proficiency in CRM systems
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Experience

  • Essential
    • Two years’ experience in membership services, stakeholder engagement, customer service, community development, administration or a related role
    • Experience managing databases, CRM systems and administrative processes. Salesforce experience highly desirable
  • Desirable
    • Experience working in the charity, community, voluntary or social enterprise sector
    • Experience with digital communications and email marketing
      Education
      • Desirable but not essential
        • Certificate, Diploma or Technician qualification in a related business area

      Key Behavioural Competencies

      The Wheel uses a Behavioural Competency Framework as a key cornerstone of its performance management processes. The priority behavioural competences identified for this role are:

      • Collaborative Working: Co-operates with others and participates outside of own work area, seeks to understand fully the work of the organisation, willingly offers support where needed. Creates a friendly work environment where any conflicts can be resolved amicably.
      • Open Communications: Listens attentively, speaks clearly and to the point, and responds positively to questions. Uses relevant building/linking to improve on what has been said.
      • Positivity: Displays an affirming outlook and ensures that commitments are kept.  Tackles difficulties with good humour and purpose, willing to give time and energy to completing work.
      • Adaptability: Understands, accepts and adapts to change quickly, finding new ways of working while continuing to be productive and effective; Responds with enthusiasm & communicates clearly.

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