Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPP) SpecialistNew

Drives ICRC private fundraising by developing a major-donor strategy and managing high-value relationships in Switzerland and priority markets. The role secures sustained support through donor research, tailored engagement, fundraising products, events and strategic partnership development.

• Develop and implement the global major-donor strategy and action plan
• Manage and grow major-donor relationships in Switzerland and priority countries
• Plan targeted donor engagement and monitor relationship opportunities
• Develop tailored fundraising tools and products for multi-year support
• Prepare concept notes, proposals and fundraising-event content
• Research and qualify prospective donors using databases and external sources
• Identify fundraising trends, risks and opportunities for assigned markets
• Develop engagement and funding models aligned with humanitarian priorities

• University degree in marketing, business administration, fundraising, communication, international affairs or social sciences, or relevant equivalent professional experience
• Five to eight years of professional experience in business development, major-donor fundraising or a related discipline
• Native German or Swiss-German and fluent English
• Computer proficiency
• Understanding of fundraising principles for high-net-worth charitable donors
• Ability to manage a substantial account-management portfolio

• Major Donor Fundraising
• Private Partnerships
• Donor Relationship Management
• Prospect Research
• Proposal Development
• Fundraising Strategy
• Account Management
• Philanthropic Research
• Negotiation

• CRM Systems
• Internal Databases

• Open-ended contract at 100% activity rate
• Teleworking may be available within ICRC guidelines
• Evening event work and travel within Switzerland or other relevant countries may be required