Location Global Support Office (GSO) position based in Zurich, Switzerland. Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland, can apply.
Starting Date & Initial Contract Details
As soon as possible. 80-100%, 6-12 months.
Role Overview
The Philanthropy and Partnerships Intern supports the Institutional Philanthropy team mainly in the German-speaking part of Switzerland in the following areas:
identification of prospective partners (foundations and municipalities, individual major donors and corporates)
development of compelling and customised funding applications and the creation of marketing material
support the organisation of donor meetings and possibly events
keeping administrative records and data up to date
supporting Philanthropy Advisors in their portfolio management
Project Overview
The Zurich office is responsible for promoting the work of Medair to German-speaking Switzerland, and to raise the funds needed to run our life-saving programmes around the world. The Philanthropy team manages a portfolio of foundations, cantons and municipalities, individual major donors and corporates that contribute significantly to supporting the implementation of our humanitarian projects.
Key Activity Areas
Identification and qualification of prospective partners
Desk research on existing individual donors
Desk research on new potential partners (Foundations, municipalities, individuals and corporates)
Identification of potential partners’ area of interest
Support acquisition of municipalities
Data cleaning and preparation of digital and mailing campaigns
Support with mailings, calls, emailing
Support the development of compelling and customised proposals, reports and other donor materials
Support the development of personalised communication material (incl. PowerPoint presentations, applications for funding, brochures, etc)
Drafting of letters to partners
Proofreading, translation and layout of proposals and reports
Keeping records up to date in Salesforce (CRM) and support with administrative tasks
Updating touch-points with donors (prospects) in our CRM (Salesforce)
Completing donors’ (prospects’) profiles in our CRM (Salesforce), in terms of giving potential, interest and communication preferences
Creating tracking and priority reports in our CRM (Salesforce)
Support in diverse administrative tasks and processes
Event organisation and awareness activities
Support project leaders with the organisation of donor meetings, events and diverse fundraising and awareness activities
Team Spiritual Life
Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts.
Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement.
Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair’s international prayer network.
This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
Demonstrate prior experience in a working/professional environment; prior internships.
Excellent written and spoken German (native level).
Excellent working knowledge of the English language (speaking and writing).
Experience
Competent user of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong desk research skills
Proofreading skills
Salesforce knowledge is a plus
Organized
Multitasking skills
Open-minded and willing to learn
Thorough and detailed oriented
Ability to work autonomously
Collaborative team player