Job Title: Communications & Grants Executive

Reports to: Financial Controller and CEO

Location: Cork City – On Site

Contract: Fixed Term / Part Time (25 hours per week)

Salary: Negotiable, DOE

Role Purpose

The Communications & Grants Executive will play a pivotal role in promoting the charity’s mission and securing funding to support its work. This role combines proactive communications, storytelling, and digital engagement with the preparation and management of grant applications, helping to raise the charity’s profile and income.

Key Responsibilities

Communications

• Assist in creating engaging content for digital channels, newsletters, social media, website, and print materials
• Support campaigns that raise awareness, engage supporters, and promote fundraising initiatives
• Collaborate with colleagues to capture stories and case studies that demonstrate impact
• Monitor and report on communications performance metrics
• Ensure all communications reflect the charity’s brand, values, and tone of voice

Grants & Trusts

• Research, identify, and maintain a pipeline of grant funding opportunities
• Prepare and submit high-quality grant applications, working with teams to gather impact data and project information
• Manage deadlines, reporting requirements, and relationships with funders
• Track grants income and produce monitoring reports as required
• Maintain records of all grant applications, approvals, and reports

Collaboration & Administration

• Work closely with team leads to deliver integrated campaigns
• Support the production of newsletters, reports, and promotional materials for stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant fundraising and data protection regulations
• Contribute to team meetings and share ideas to improve communications and fundraising performance

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience in communications, marketing, or fundraising (paid or voluntary)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Passion for the charity sector and its mission

Desirable

• Experience with grant writing and working with trusts and foundations
• Knowledge of social media platforms, digital marketing, and analytics tools
• Understanding of impact measurement and reporting

Values & Behaviours

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Collaborative and proactive approach
• Professional, creative, and solution-focused

Applicants must have proven experience in grant writing.