Regional Fundraising Delegate South Asia
- 04 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- English (Fluent)
About the job
Financial sustainability is becoming increasingly important for the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (RCRC) in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC). As international funding decreases while humanitarian needs increase, national societies are expanding their fundraising through local private donors. To support them in this, the Swiss Red Cross (SRC) is seeking a Regional Fundraising Delegate for South Asia starting 1 January 2027 or by agreement. The role includes professional advice and practical support to the SRC’s national sister societies, especially in Bangladesh and Nepal, in building sustainable fundraising systems and their capacities for resource mobilisation.
Place of work: Dhaka (Bangladesh), with regular travel to Nepal and the region
Regional Fundraising Delegate South Asia
Join us in working towards a more humane world!
Financial sustainability is becoming increasingly important for the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (RCRC) in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC). As international funding decreases while humanitarian needs increase, national societies are expanding their fundraising through local private donors. To support them in this, the Swiss Red Cross (SRC) is seeking a Regional Fundraising Delegate for South Asia starting 1 January 2027 or by agreement. The role includes professional advice and practical support to the SRC’s national sister societies, especially in Bangladesh and Nepal, in building sustainable fundraising systems and their capacities for resource mobilisation.Place of work: Dhaka (Bangladesh), with regular travel to Nepal and the region
What you can achieve
- Advising and supporting RCRC societies in the APAC region to strengthen their financial sustainability, fundraising strategies, and resource mobilisation capacities
- Supporting the Red Crescent in Bangladesh and the Red Cross in Nepal in developing and implementing sustainable fundraising systems, focusing on fundraising and donor retention
- Managing fundraising teams in areas such as acquisition, care and retention of private donors, fundraising planning, donor communication, corporate partnerships, and management of digital campaigns
- Leading the implementation of fundraising infrastructures such as CRM systems, donation platforms, websites, and digital payment solutions
- Supporting the recruitment, care, and skills development of fundraising staff and promoting collaboration between teams from fundraising, communications, finance, IT, and management
- Contributing to regional initiatives in fundraising and financial sustainability in close cooperation with the SRC headquarters, IFRC, and other RCRC partners
- Monitoring progress, sharing experiences, and contributing to project reporting and knowledge exchange within the region
What you bring
- University degree in marketing, communications, or fundraising with at least five years proven experience in fundraising from private donors in a non-profit organisation
- Proven experience with at least one of the following online or offline tools: individual donations (direct marketing), digital fundraising (donor communication, donation campaigns), face-to-face fundraising (regular donations), key account management for high-net-worth individuals or companies
- Familiarity with CRM systems for fundraising activities including implementation of donor journeys
- Confidence in project management with multiple stakeholders, communication and coordination skills, leadership qualities
- Excellent command of English, both spoken and written; knowledge of Bengali or Nepali is an advantage
- Professional experience within the RCRC movement and international work experience in South Asia are advantages
What to expect from us
- 12-month fixed-term contract
- Contributions to social security, travel and accommodation costs
How to join us
We look forward to receiving your complete online application by 15 November addressed to Mr Andrea Niederberger.
