Strategic Partnerships Officer (New Business)

Refugees; Genf; Hybrid; CHF 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Switzerland for UNHCR (CH4U) seeks a Strategic Partnerships Officer (New Business) for a six‑month maternity leave cover in Geneva. The role focuses on expanding fundraising, driving strategy implementation, and building relationships with corporations and foundations in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

Working under the New Business Lead, you will grow the donor pipeline, develop proposals, and coordinate with the CH4U team to position UNHCR as the go‑to charity among private funders in

Qualifikationen

• 3 - 5 years’ relevant work experience.
• Experience working for an international non-profit is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of the Swiss fundraising context.
• Excellent written and oral communication in French and English.

Aufgaben

• Identify and develop new business opportunities with corporates and foundations.
• Prepare proposals and pitches for high-value partnerships.
• Research prospects and deliver cultivation and stewardship.
• Coordinate with the Partnerships and Philanthropy Team.
• Maintain donor pipeline and track opportunities in CRM.

Kenntnisse

Donor relations

Prospect research

Partner strategy

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Tools

Salesforce

Jobbeschreibung

Strategic Partnerships Officer (New Business) - Maternity leave cover

Contract Type: Temporary, up to 6 months, 100%

Starting date: As soon as possible

Department: PPH (Partnerships and Philanthropy)

Location: Geneva

Make your next job one with purpose

Do you believe in a world where everyone has a safe place to call home?

Do you thrive in engaging donors, building meaningful relationships, and crafting campaigns that inspire lasting support?

Switzerland for UNHCR (CH4U), the Swiss Foundation supporting the UN Refugee Agency, is looking for a Strategic Partnerships Officer (New Business) - Maternity leave cover .

We are not just another nonprofit. We are part of a global humanitarian movement, working every day to support people forced to flee war, conflict, and persecution. And we need passionate people like you to expand our impact.

What you will do

This is a maternity leave cover for a maximum period of six (6) months.

The Strategic Partnerships Officer (New Business) will contribute to further develop and expand fundraising and marketing of the organisation, drive the strategy implementation,undertake prospect research and maintain the prospect and donor pipeline.

Working under the guidance of the Corporates/Foundations New Business Lead and in close coordinationwith the rest of the Partnerships and Philanthropy Team, the Strategic Partnership Officer willidentify andconnectwithcorporations and trusts/foundations in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

He/she willcultivate and managerelationshipswithprospective donorsand helpsecureincomeforUNHCRprograms through the Swiss Foundation.

He/she reports to the New Business Lead / PPH Operations Manager

Your main tasks include, but are not restricted to:

• Initiate and participate in the development of specific new business opportunities with Corporates and Foundations, in line with the fundraising strategy.
• Develop proposals and pitches for potential new private sector partnerships, prioritizing high-value (6- and 7-figure financial contributions) and multi-year commitments.
• Research new prospects, deliver best-practice cultivation and stewardship to prospects.
• Ensure an appropriate strategic and tactical response to prospects in the event of humanitarian emergencies.
• Keep aware of the fundraising and business environment and proactively develop new opportunities for UNHCR in Switzerland, appropriately influencing the organization to explore new models of partnership.
• Work within UNHCR’s due diligence screening policy and processes for Private Sector Partnerships.
• Monitor and track interactions with prospects and progress of opportunities through the tools used by the team (Salesforce-based CRM environment, active pipeline management spreadsheet).

Support CH4U team’s efforts to position UNHCR as a “go-to” charity brand for the private community in Switzerland.

What You bring

We are looking for a versatile and hands‑on individual with proven relevant experience and a strong alignment with our humanitarian values, as well as a genuine interest in the humanitarian sector, with :

Experience

• 3 - 5 years’ relevant work experience
• Experience working for an International non‑for‑profit agency/organization is considered a strong asset

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure to meet deadlines
• Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates strong judgment and problem‑solving competencies
• Excellent analytical skills
• Well organized and structured with close attention to detail and process‑oriented
• Very good written and oral communication and interpersonal skills in a fast‑paced, multicultural, and multilingual environment
• Good capacity to work autonomously as well as a team player
• Ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders
• Relevant experiencein building solid partnerships withcorporations, foundations and other potential donors
• A track record of securing significant cash donations from foundations, corporations and/or High Net Worth Individuals
• Knowledge of the Swiss fundraising context
• Exceptional presentation, communication and persuasion skills; able to convey UNHCR’s mission and impact in a compelling, concise manner tailored to a sophisticated philanthropic audience

Other requirements

• Knowledge, interest and a strong commitment to the work and mission of UNHCR and the refugee cause
• Excellent oral & written command of French and English; other Swiss national languages (DE/IT) are an asset.
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Office applications
• Experience in using Salesforce is a strong plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work for a cause that truly matters
• Collaborate with a motivated, supportive, and mission‑driven team
• Be part of an agile and growing Foundation
• Get exposure to international humanitarian operations
• Enjoy a flexible and hybrid work environment

Switzerland for UNHCR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds (including those who have personally experienced displacement) and are committed to supporting others forced to flee.