Job ID: 71562

Philanthropy Advisor

Medair

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Apply by: 19 Oct 2026

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Administration, HR, Management, Accounting/Finance

Philanthropy Advisor

Working closely with the Engagement team, particularly the Institutional Philanthropy team, this role supports Medair's mission by raising funds from foundations in German-speaking Switzerland. It manages a portfolio of foundations that makes a significant contribution to annual fundraising targets and growth, and develops high-quality proposals and reports. Position based in Zurich, Switzerland; Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland. 100%, starting December 2026. Responsibilities include: managing a portfolio of foundations, municipalities and cantons, identifying potential projects and submitting high-quality proposals and reports; maintaining relationships with foundation representatives; coordinating with International Programs, Finance and field locations; using Salesforce (CRM) for donor journeys; acquiring new foundations and governmental organizations through research and networking; writing funding proposals and reports in German and English; contributing to philanthropy strategy; and providing administrative support to the Zurich office. Requirements: excellent German and English language skills (written); ability to simplify complex information; analytical skills; strategic thinking; experience in proposal writing and philanthropic account management; demonstrable success in fundraising, sales or communications/marketing; minimum 2-5 years of relevant work experience; previous experience in philanthropy or sales is an asset.

Application deadline: October 19, 2026

HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, go to this vacancy on our Medair page. Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
https://www.medair.org/jobs/all/