Account Manager Foundations

Account Manager Foundations

• You manage a portfolio of foundations primarily in the German-speaking part of Switzerland within a team and ensure the financing of projects domestically and in the International Cooperation of the Swiss Red Cross
• You acquire and maintain relationships with foundations, ensure applications and reporting, and further develop collaboration
• You participate in cross-team and cross-department projects, also take on organizing events or editing applications, and work closely with the Corporate Foundations team and the Corporates team

• A degree in marketing, business administration, fundraising, or social sciences, or a comparable education
• At least 3 to 5 years proven experience in fundraising with foundations or public authorities in an international context or in communications
• Entrepreneurial thinking and the ability to present strategies and projects convincingly both orally and in writing
• Experience in development cooperation and/or the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is an advantage
• Convincing appearance with strong customer orientation and high communication skills
• Participation in the introduction of Salesforce and digitalization in the department
• Good editorial skills and experience in using databases
• Careful working style with a high quality standard
• Willingness to occasionally work outside regular hours
• Fluent German (C2), good French (B1-B2), and good English (B2+) spoken and written

• Meaningful work, appreciative environment, and good working atmosphere
• Support in training and further education
• Modern office facilities within walking distance from the train station
• Possibility for part-time remote work

We look forward to receiving your complete online application (cover letter, CV, work certificates, and diplomas) addressed to Ms. Doris Goldschmid.

For further information, Ms. Dorothea Bergler, Head of Department Partners and Institutional Engagement, is available at 058 400 42 88.