Zurich-Based Institutional Philanthropy Fundraiser

Medair; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Medair in Zurich, Switzerland, is seeking a fundraising professional to join the Engagement team. The role focuses on raising funds from foundations in German-speaking Switzerland, managing a portfolio and submitting high-quality proposals and reports.

The position is based in Zurich, 100%, starting December 2026. You will collaborate with Institutional Philanthropy and International Programs, using Salesforce to track donor journeys and report progress to the team lead.

Qualifications

• Excellent German and English language skills, both written and spoken.
• Ability to present complex information concisely for proposals.
• Experience in fundraising, advocacy, or communications.

Responsibilities

• Fundraising with foundations & governmental institutions: manage a portfolio, identify projects, submit proposals and reports.
• Copywriting: write high-quality funding proposals and reports in German and English.
• Philanthropy strategy and engagement: contribute to strategy, monitor trends, report on targets.
• Administrative support: assist Zurich office with general admin tasks.

Skills

German

English

Proposal writing

Fundraising

Relationship management

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Medair in Zurich, Switzerland, is seeking a fundraising professional to join the Engagement team. The role focuses on raising funds from foundations in German-speaking Switzerland, managing a portfolio and submitting high-quality proposals and reports.

The position is based in Zurich, 100%, starting December 2026. You will collaborate with Institutional Philanthropy and International Programs, using Salesforce to track donor journeys and report progress to the team lead.