Job opportunity: Head of Philanthropy in Europe

L’Arche Bruxelles ASBL; France; À distance; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

L’Arche International is seeking a Head of Philanthropy in Europe to enhance fundraising and partnerships across the region. The candidate should have extensive experience in philanthropy and effective communication skills in both French and English. This primarily remote position is a key role in supporting L’Arche’s mission of inclusion for people with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in philanthropy or wealth management.
• Experience with international service organizations preferred.
• Success in funding initiatives and project monitoring.

Responsabilités

• Develop private and public funding support.
• Advance strategic partnerships in Europe.
• Travel regularly within Europe for partnership development.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Philanthropy knowledge

CRM proficiency

Formation

Higher education in business/communications/marketing

Outils

Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva)

Description du poste

Job opportunity: Head of Philanthropy in Europe

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Looking for meaning in your job? Join a team working to help advance a major movement – the inclusion of people with disabilities in the world. L’Arche International is recruiting a Head of Philanthropy in Europe to support its actions at the international level.

The Position

The role of Head of Philanthropy in Europe is situated within the Partnerships Department of L’Arche International, responsible for the development of private and public funding to support the work of L’Arche International worldwide and the development of L’Arche’s actions around the world, particularly in economically under-resourced environments. The professional in this position will be a key player in advancing strategic partnerships in Europe.

Contract & location

• Position based in France, Belgium, or Germany, primarily remote
• Regular travel, primarily within Europe
• Compensation commensurate with experience

Education and Experience

• Higher education (business school / communications / marketing)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the field of philanthropy with international service organizations. foundations, or in wealth management
• Successful experience in the field of fundraising
• Experience with the monitoring of projects on an international scope an asset
• Prior experience with the mission of L’Arche is an asset

Skills

• Strong knowledge and understanding in areas of economy and philanthropy
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to different audiences
• Motivated by challenge and the opportunity to contribute to impact
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English. Additional languages considered an asset.
• Proficiency in office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva)
• Ability to evaluate practices, develop new tools and improve methods
• Ease with progress indicators, the use of a CRM, and data analysis

Qualities

• Empathy, active listening, dedication, strong work ethic, attention to detail, team player, collaboration and sense of service
• Autonomy, strong initiative, ability to manage several projects simultaneously and to adapt to a constantly changing environment
• Passion for social innovation and international solidarity

How to apply

To apply please email resume, cover letter, and two professional references to Franziska Bulle, Director of Human Resources, at [e-mail]