Senior Foundations Fundraising Lead

CSEM; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working conditions

Zusammenfassung

CSEM is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Manager, Foundations, to develop and manage a portfolio of private and corporate foundations. You will secure six- and seven-figure gifts, translate research into compelling cases for support, and build lasting relationships with donors and internal partners.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will operate within a flexible Swiss-wide setting with on-site days at Neuchâtel and occasional travel, driving strategic fundraising initiatives and

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree or relevant qualification; familiarity with Swiss academic, innovation, and industrial landscape.
• At least four years demonstrated success raising funds from foundations; track record of six- and seven-figure gifts.
• Deep knowledge of the Swiss foundations landscape, private and corporate.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication; capable proposal writer and high standard copy-editing.
• Genuine affinity for science, technology and innovation; ability to grasp technical subjects quickly.
• Willing to travel and attend up to two evening events per month when required.
• Fluent German and English; understanding French is a prerequisite; fluent French is a strong plus.

Aufgaben

• Build and grow foundations fundraising within the Fundraising and Development office in collaboration with the CDO.
• Independently develop and manage a portfolio of private and corporate foundation prospects across the full cycle.
• Translate technical programmes into compelling cases for support with scientists and business units.
• Steward donors, meet reporting obligations and strengthen relationships; expand them financially.
• Co-write proposals, applications and reports tailored to each foundation’s priorities.
• Represent CSEM to foundations and at sector events.

Kenntnisse

Fluent German

Fluent English

French understanding

Ausbildung

Master’s degree or relevant qualification

Jobbeschreibung

CSEM is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Manager, Foundations, to develop and manage a portfolio of private and corporate foundations. You will secure six- and seven-figure gifts, translate research into compelling cases for support, and build lasting relationships with donors and internal partners.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will operate within a flexible Swiss-wide setting with on-site days at Neuchâtel and occasional travel, driving strategic fundraising initiatives and