Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPP) Specialist

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a global strategy and action plan for major donors, including UHNWIs, family foundations, and family offices.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors in Switzerland and priority countries to ensure long-term financial support.
• Plan and execute targeted engagement actions and monitor donor interactions to advance relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design tailor-made fundraising tools and products for multi-year funding.
• Identify, research, and qualify new major donor prospects using internal databases and external sources.
• Contribute to the development of concept notes, proposals, and content for fundraising events.

Requirements

• University degree in marketing, business administration, fundraising, communication, international affairs, or social sciences.
• 6 to 9 years of professional experience in business development, major donor fundraising, or a related discipline.
• Native German or Swiss-German speaker with full professional proficiency in English.
• In-depth knowledge of philanthropic ecosystems and fundraising principles for HNWIs.
• Proven ability to manage a robust account management portfolio.
• Strong CRM management skills and computer proficiency.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French or Italian.
• Experience drafting complex communication and engagement strategies.
• Ability to summarize complex humanitarian subjects into compelling concepts for diverse audiences.

About the Company

Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence. We deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families, and locate missing people, helping those who need it most regardless of their location or affiliation.