Fundraiser

Position Summary

Under the direction of the CEO, you will contribute to the financing of the organization and its tasks by implementing fundraising strategies for various target groups: building, developing, and maintaining a network of donors and partners, companies, foundations, associations, public and cultural institutions, private donors, and major donors.
Area of work: German-speaking Switzerland and preferably also in French-speaking Switzerland.
Umsetzung der Fundraising- und Partnerschaftsstrategie

Key Responsibilities:
1. Implementation of the fundraising and partnership strategy
-Drafting and sending funding/partnership requests
-Creating presentation folders for the organization
-Organizing fundraising events and networking events
-Developing fundraising tools and campaigns in cooperation with marketing
-Building, maintaining, and nurturing a network of partners and "high-net-worth individuals"
2. Donor/Partner Management
-Establish a process for donor/partner retention
-Manage donor lists (monitoring updates, segmentation, etc.) using Microsoft Navision in collaboration with the CEO and partners who compile the programs
-Implement the fundraising strategy for the public in German-speaking Switzerland and preferably also in Romandy (French-speaking Switzerland)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Strong organizational skills and the ability to set priorities
2. Ability to listen and empathize
3. Goal-oriented and independent working style
4. Versatility/flexibility/agility in carrying out tasks
5. Strong interest in human contact and networking

6. Ability to prioritize ideas

7. Writing skills, extroverted personality with a passion for networking, versatility, creativity, team player, and a winning mentality

8. Education: Fundraising / Communication / Marketing
9. Experience: Fundraising / Marketing
10. Languages: German (native); English (at least B2); French is a clear advantage
11. IT: Office 365 + Navision (preferred)

What you can expect from us:

1.Open communication and flat hierarchies

2. Global network with international/interdisciplinary colleagues

3. Room for initiative and opportunities to help shape the organization

4. Open space office and small kitchen / home office possible

5. Meaningful work with a significant positive impact

6. Project visits on site are generally possible