Requirements at a glance

Swiss work permit (Required)
German and English (Required)
2-5 years work experience (Required)
Proposal writing (Required)
Philanthropic account management (Required)
Salesforce (Required)
Humanitarian context knowledge (Preferred)
Philanthropy or sales experience (Preferred)

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Philanthropy Advisor - Zurich

Application deadline November 13, 2026

Start date December 1, 2026

Published Date October 30, 2026

Starting Date / Initial Contract Details December 2026, 100%, 12 months

Role Summary 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.

Project Overview Medair Global Support Office (GSO) provides operational guidance for country programmes, along with both technical and compassionate support for our relief workers. Within GSO, the Engagement Department promotes the work of Medair and raises funds needed for our programming. Within our headquarters and affiliate offices, we are also responsible for promoting the work of Medair to the world, to raise and manage the funds needed to run our lifesaving and sustaining programmes, and to recruit international and GSO staff.

Workplace & Conditions Position based in Zurich, Switzerland, Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland. 100%, starting in December 2026.

Responsibilities

Fundraising with foundations & governmental institutions: Manage a portfolio of foundations, municipalities and cantons, identify potential projects and submit high-quality proposals and reports in a timely manner as per solicitation plan. Maintain personal contact with representatives of foundations and build positive and sustainable relationships. Coordinate internally with International Programs, Finance and the field locations to identify projects adapted to partners’ requirements. Keep up to date information and plan donor journeys using Salesforce (CRM). Acquire new foundations and governmental organization using desk top research, networking, planning and organizing acquisition campaigns. Plan, track and analyse personal targets and results, and report to team leader and manager. Develop tools and processes to optimise operations.