Senior Fundraiser (80-100%)

About the job

We are looking for a proactive, engaging, and strategically minded individual as a Senior Fundraiser (80-100%) starting 1 January 2027 or by arrangement.

To ensure our services reach the people who need them, visibility, trust, and sustainable financing are essential. With a high degree of autonomy, professionalism, and expertise, we secure the financial resources for our humanitarian commitment and aim to safeguard and expand it in the long term. As a Senior Fundraiser, you will play a central role in financing our programmes in the canton of Zurich. You will maintain reliable relationships with foundations and major donors, develop funding partnerships further, and work together with the specialist departments to ensure our services are secured in the long term. In doing so, you will bring new impulses and support the further development of our fundraising activities.

Senior Fundraiser (80-100%)

Your area of impact

• You develop the fundraising strategy in the area of foundations and bring new ideas for sustainable funding partnerships

• With sensitivity and negotiation skills, you maintain existing relationships with funding foundations and attract new supporters for our projects and services

• In close collaboration with programme managers, you write funding applications and accompany the process from submission to reporting

• You manage individual major donations from private individuals and create long-term bonds with our organisation

• With your expertise, you actively shape direct marketing measures for major donors and bring creative ideas for new approaches

• You take responsibility for the planning and implementation of fundraising events and ensure a professional appearance

• With clear budget management and cross-departmental collaboration, you make an important contribution to the overall impact of fundraising, marketing, and communication

Your profile

• Education at university of applied sciences level or equivalent, relevant further training is an advantage

• At least 5 years of experience in relationship marketing in the NPO environment or private sector with a focus on customer retention and key account management

• Additional qualification in fundraising (e.g. CAS Fundraising Management, CAS Fundraising Strategies) is an advantage

• Linguistic fluency and excellent written German skills

• You proactively approach people and bring projects to completion with initiative and determination

• An authentic, inspiring personality who builds trust and actively and sustainably maintains relationships

• Strong intrinsic motivation for the humanitarian Red Cross values and identification with our locally active aid organisation

What to expect

A fruit basket, modern working environment, and 6 weeks’ holiday? That has long been standard with us! In addition to generous employment conditions, we also offer internal training formats, joint activities, and wonderful colleagues in a dynamic team. Above all, you will be engaged in a meaningful role with direct human and societal impact.

How to apply

We look forward to receiving your complete online application with a photo.