Manager, Donor Engagement 80%-100% (m/f/d)

About the job

LGT is the world's largest private banking and asset management group owned by an entrepreneurial family. As the family office of the Princely House of Liechtenstein, we impress you with many years of experience in managing large fortunes.

About LGT Venture Philanthropy

LGT Venture Philanthropy (LGT VP) is an independent non-profit foundation established in 2007 by the LGT Group Foundation and shares the vision of the Princely Family of Liechtenstein to make a sustainable, positive contribution to people and the environment. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with regional offices in Kenya and India, our mission is to improve the quality of life for disadvantaged people, contribute to healthy ecosystems, and build resilient, inclusive, and prosperous communities. LGT VP works within long-term partnerships with locally rooted organizations that provide effective, scalable solutions in health, education, and the environment.

At the heart of LGT VP's current strategy are three solution portfolios, each supported by LGT VP and a coalition of donors: Ahadi (community-led conservation in East Africa), SIRA (early childhood development in India), and Blue Oceans (global marine and coastal protection). These bring together project sponsors, donors, and policymakers to tackle complex social and ecological challenges on a large scale. Since 2007, LGT VP has supported 83 organizations and enabled 29 million people to access better quality services by 2024. In 2027, LGT VP will celebrate its 20th anniversary – a milestone of acceleration and ambitious growth and an exciting time to join the team.

Acquisition and Relationship Management (30%)

Conduct acquisition research and maintain a well-organized, up-to-date pipeline of potential donors in Salesforce for all solution portfolios and other key initiatives

Support the CEO, Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO), Director Partnerships and Communications, and others in preparing donor meetings, including background research, briefing notes, and talking points

Coordinate contact activities, including donor communication, scheduling, and follow-up of all active relationships with potential donors

Presentation Materials and Proposals (20%)

Develop and maintain high-quality presentation materials, proposals, and X-pagers for solution portfolios and other key initiatives in close collaboration with the MarComms team and regional leaders

Ensure all materials are current, compelling, and tailored to various donor target groups, including family offices, foundations, LGT Bank clients, and external partners

Support the development of customized proposals for discussions with major donors

Coordination of Learning Journeys (20%)

Responsible for the entire guest experience at all LGT VP Learning Journeys, including guest experience, communication, events, logistics, and follow-up (in coordination with local teams)

Serve as the primary contact for Learning Journey guests before, during, and after the trip

Develop follow-up plans after Learning Journeys in coordination with the Chief Business Development Officer and regional teams to maximize conversion and deepen relationships

Donor Onboarding (15%)

Lead, maintain, and update onboarding documentation and ensure consistent application of LGT VP's donor acceptance policy across all portfolios

Act as the daily coordination point between potential donors and the LGT VP team

Support the donor onboarding process, including coordinating due diligence, KYC, risk management documentation, and signing of legal agreements

Maintain and update LGT VP's donor onboarding framework and related templates in coordination with the team

CRM and Digitalization (15%)

Maintain accurate and timely CRM records for all customer and donor engagement activities in Salesforce

Support the implementation of the CRM system across the team, ensuring consistent standards for data entry and definitions of pipeline stages

Continuously create, maintain, and improve dashboards for donor engagement reporting to provide the CBDO and management with real-time transparency over the pipeline

Work closely with the Operations and Finance Director to ensure CRM and dashboard results align with LGT VP's overall financial and operational reporting

Bachelor's degree in Non-Profit Management, International Relations, Business Administration, Communication Sciences, or a related field. Master's degree is an advantage

At least 5 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, business development in the non-profit sector, philanthropy, or professional services

Excellent written communication skills in English, with experience translating complex program information into compelling, audience-appropriate materials such as proposals and informational documents

Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously

Experience in creating high-quality presentations, proposals, or materials for donors

Very good knowledge of Salesforce or a comparable CRM system

Very good knowledge of Microsoft 365, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams

Confident use of AI tools and experience participating in digitalization projects

Experience organizing high-profile events or experiences for a senior audience is an advantage

Experience in a fast-paced international and intercultural environment

Fluent in English and German. Additional languages are an advantage

Genuine interest in and commitment to LGT VP's mission

Please note that we cannot consider applications for this position through recruitment agencies.

A great place to work – a great place to have impact: LGT promotes diversity among its employees. We believe that an inclusive and appreciative corporate culture is the driver for a great workplace and offers the opportunity to create a unique and successful team. Therefore, our employees can also benefit from many additional benefits.

Transparency and integrity are important to us. Therefore, you will find everything you need to know about us on our website before deciding whether career opportunities at LGT align with your values. For example, about the history of the Princely Family, which is closely linked to our history.